KKR vs SRH: Eden Gardens Showdown: Knights Roar vs Sunrisers Fire – A Finalists Face-Off!

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The stage is set at Eden Gardens as last season’s finalists, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), lock horns in a high-stakes clash in IPL 2025. Both teams are coming off disappointing losses, making this encounter a battle of redemption. While KKR will look to capitalize on their home advantage, SRH have an extra motivation—revenge! After falling short in the IPL 2024 final, the Sunrisers will be eager to settle scores and get back to winning ways. Will the Knights continue their dominance, or will the Sunrisers rise with vengeance? Expect fireworks in this epic rematch!

Match Overview

1. Event: Indian Premier League 2025 (Match 15).

2. Teams: Kolkata Knight Riders vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad.

3. Date & Time: April 3, 2025, at 7:00 PM Local Time.

4. Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata.

Head-to-Head in IPL

Matches Played	KKR Wins	SRH Wins
28	19	9

Head-to-Head in Last 5 Matches

Matches Played	KKR Wins	SRH Wins
5	4	1

Key Players to Watch

1. Quinton de Kock (KKR) - KKR’s Explosive Opener Ready to Fire!

Kolkata Knight Riders explosive opener and wicketkeeper, Quinton de Kock, has been in sublime form this season. With 102 runs in 3 matches, including a breathtaking 97 knock*, he has already shown his ability to take the game away from the opposition. His aggressive approach at the top will be crucial for KKR, especially against SRH’s formidable bowling attack. If De Kock gets going, he can provide the perfect start and put his team in the driver’s seat early in the match. Sunrisers will have to find a way to contain him if they want to keep KKR’s batting firepower in check.

2. Sunil Narine (KKR) - KKR’s X-Factor with Bat and Ball!

A proven match-winner, Sunil Narine brings the perfect balance of aggression and control to KKR. Whether it’s giving a flying start as a pinch-hitter in the powerplay or breaking partnerships with his mystery spin in the middle overs, Narine is a game-changer. His fearless batting can put SRH’s bowlers under pressure early, while his ability to pick crucial wickets makes him a threat in any phase of the game. With his all-round skills, Narine is all set to play a key role in KKR’s battle for redemption at Eden Gardens.

3. Travis Head (SRH) - ‘Head’-ache for KKR – SRH’s Powerplay Wrecker!

If there’s one batter who can turn the game on its head within a few overs, it’s Travis Head. The aggressive SRH opener has been in red-hot form, smashing 136 runs in 3 matches at an explosive strike rate of 191.55, with a top score of 67. His fearless approach in the powerplay can dismantle any bowling attack, making him a massive threat for KKR. If Head finds his rhythm early, SRH could gain a dominant start, putting immense pressure on the hosts. KKR’s bowlers will need a solid plan to contain this Aussie powerhouse before he takes the game away!

4. Pat Cummins (SRH) - SRH’s Leader Ready to Bounce Back!

SRH skipper Pat Cummins hasn’t quite hit top gear yet, but Eden Gardens could be the stage where he regains his form. Known for his clever variations, his slower bouncers could prove deadly on this surface, especially in the middle overs. While his all-round abilities make him a valuable asset, it’s his leadership that SRH will rely on to guide them back to winning ways. A strong performance from Cummins with the ball—and possibly the bat—could be the game-changer SRH needs to turn their fortunes around. Will the Aussie star rise to the occasion?

Pitch Conditions

Pitch Condition	Batting Condition	Bowling Condition
Batting friendly pitch; Pitch will slows down as game is going on.	Expect 170-180 score in 1st inning; Hard to chase total.	Bowlers can expect lower bounce and spinners get turn in middle overs.

Past Performance at the Venue

The last time KKR and SRH clashed at Eden Gardens (March 23, 2024), fans witnessed an absolute thriller. KKR posted 208/7, and despite a strong fightback from SRH, they fell just 4 runs short, finishing at 204/7. The match went down to the wire, with both teams delivering a high-scoring spectacle.

With history favoring KKR at this venue, will they edge out SRH once again, or will the Sunrisers script revenge this time? Expect another high-octane battle under the Eden lights!

Squads

KKR: Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rinku Singh, Quinton de Kock (wk), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Luvnith Sisodia, Venkatesh Iyer, Anukul Roy, Moeen Ali, Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, Anrich Nortje, Vaibhav Arora, Mayank Markande, Spencer Johnson, Harshit Rana, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, Chetan Sakariya.

SRH: Pat Cummins (c), Ishan Kishan, Atharva Taide, Abhinav Manohar, Aniket Verma, Sachin Baby, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Travis Head, Harshal Patel, Kamindu Mendis, Wiaan Mulder, Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammad Shami, Rahul Chahar, Adam Zampa, Simarjeet Singh, Zeeshan Ansari, Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga.

Injury Concerns

No injury concerns from both sides ahead of this match.

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