Match Info
- Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants, 21st T20 IPL 2025
- Date: Tuesday, 08 April 2025
- Time: 03:30 PM IST
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Broadcast: Star Sports Network, JioCinema
The 21st match of the Indian Premier League 2025 brings an exciting face-off between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the iconic Eden Gardens. As both teams aim to solidify their place in the top four, this contest promises fireworks with power-packed line-ups, red-hot form, and tactical match-ups.
Pitch Report: Eden Gardens, Kolkata Eden Gardens is known for its high-scoring encounters and pace-friendly surface. Over the years, this venue has evolved from being spin-friendly to a paradise for batters and fast bowlers alike. With even bounce and short boundaries, expect a run-fest if the batters get set.
- Total IPL Matches Played: 97
- Bat First Win %: 40%
- Bowl First Win %: 58%
- Average 1st Innings Score: 166
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 153
- Highest Total: 262/2 by PBKS vs KKR
- Lowest Total: 49 by RCB vs KKR
- Highest Chase: 262/2 by PBKS
- Lowest Defended: 103/6 by RPS
Weather Conditions
- Temperature: 33°C
- Humidity: 56%
- Rain Chances: 25%
Head-to-Head Stats (KKR vs LSG)
- Total Matches: 5
- KKR Wins: 2
- LSG Wins: 3
- KKR Highest Total: 235
- LSG Highest Total: 210
- KKR Lowest Total: 101
- LSG Lowest Total: 137
- Avg Runs (KKR): 176.2
- Avg Runs (LSG): 172
- Avg Wickets (KKR): 6.6
- Avg Wickets (LSG): 6.4
Toss Analysis
- KKR have won 3 tosses, elected to field each time.
- LSG have won 2 tosses, one batting first and one fielding.
Overall IPL Stats Kolkata Knight Riders
- Matches Played: 259
- Wins: 133
- Losses: 121
- Tied: 1
- No Result: 4
- Highest Total: 272/7
- Lowest Total: 66/2
- Average Runs: 156
- Average Wickets: 5
- Most Runs: 3035
- Most Wickets: 182
- Highest Individual Score: 158
- Best Bowling: 5/15
Lucknow Super Giants
- Matches Played: 48
- Wins: 26
- Losses: 21
- Tied: 0
- No Result: 1
- Highest Total: 257/5
- Lowest Total: 82/10
- Average Runs: 172
- Average Wickets: 6
- Most Runs: 1410
- Most Wickets: 42
- Highest Individual Score: 140
- Best Bowling: 5/14
Team Preview: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) KKR have had a mixed season so far but playing at home gives them a crucial edge. Their explosive top-order featuring Quinton de Kock, Sunil Narine, and skipper Ajinkya Rahane provides firepower, while the middle order is held together by Rinku Singh and Venkatesh Iyer. The bowling unit looks promising with Varun Chakaravarthy leading the spin charge and Russell providing all-round prowess.
KKR Probable XI (Batting First):
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- Sunil Narine
- Ajinkya Rahane (c)
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi
- Venkatesh Iyer
- Rinku Singh
- Andre Russell
- Ramandeep Singh
- Moeen Ali / Spencer Johnson
- Harshit Rana
- Varun Chakaravarthy
KKR Probable XI (Bowling First):
- Quinton de Kock (wk)
- Sunil Narine
- Ajinkya Rahane (c)
- Venkatesh Iyer
- Rinku Singh
- Andre Russell
- Ramandeep Singh
- Moeen Ali / Spencer Johnson
- Harshit Rana
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Vaibhav Arora
Impact Subs: Manish Pandey, Anukul Roy, Rovman Powell, Luvnith Sisodia, Angkrish Raghuvanshi
Team Preview: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) LSG have started strong and will rely on the form of Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh. Pooran has 201 runs this season and is striking it big, while Marsh brings stability and power. Rishabh Pant’s leadership and experience add balance, with Ravi Bishnoi and Shardul Thakur spearheading the bowling.
LSG Probable XI (Batting First):
- Aiden Markram
- Mitchell Marsh
- Nicholas Pooran
- Rishabh Pant (c & wk)
- Ayush Badoni
- David Miller
- Abdul Samad
- Shardul Thakur
- Digvesh Singh Rathi
- Akash Deep
- Avesh Khan
LSG Probable XI (Bowling First):
- Aiden Markram
- Nicholas Pooran
- Rishabh Pant (c & wk)
- Ayush Badoni
- David Miller
- Abdul Samad
- Shardul Thakur
- Digvesh Singh Rathi
- Akash Deep
- Avesh Khan
- Ravi Bishnoi
Impact Subs: Mitchell Marsh, Prince Yadav, Shahbaz Ahmed, Manimaran Siddharth, Akash Singh
Key Players to Watch
- Nicholas Pooran (LSG): 201 runs in 4 innings, clean striker.
- Mitchell Marsh (LSG): 184 runs in 4 innings, brilliant touch.
- Varun Chakaravarthy (KKR): 6 wickets, mystery spin key in afternoon conditions.
- Ajinkya Rahane (KKR): Anchors the top, vital for setting pace.
- Rinku Singh (KKR): Finisher role, dangerous in death overs.
Hot Picks: Ajinkya Rahane, Digvesh Singh Rathi
Risky Picks: Andre Russell (inconsistent), Aiden Markram (pace vulnerability)
Fantasy Tips
- Choose batters from top 4 of both teams, Eden Gardens favors stroke play.
- Include at least 2 quality pacers from both sides.
- Varun Chakaravarthy and Bishnoi are must-picks if bowling first.
- Consider Pooran or Marsh as captain/vice-captain.
Dream11 Fantasy Team 1 (Safe)
- WK: N Pooran (VC), Q de Kock
- BAT: Rahane (C), Rinku Singh, Markram
- ALL: Marsh, Russell, Sunil Narine
- BOWL: Bishnoi, Varun Chakaravarthy, Avesh Khan
Dream11 Fantasy Team 2 (Aggressive)
- WK: N Pooran (C), Rishabh Pant
- BAT: Venkatesh Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane, David Miller
- ALL: Marsh (VC), Narine
- BOWL: Varun, Bishnoi, Akash Deep, Harshit Rana
Betting Tips
- Toss: Win toss and bowl first.
- Powerplay Score: Over 50.
- Total Runs Over/Under: Bet Over 340 total runs.
- Top Batsman: Nicholas Pooran / Rahane
- Top Bowler: Varun Chakaravarthy / Avesh Khan
Who Will Win? According to fan votes (231,782 total), LSG have a slight edge:
- KKR: 45%
- LSG: 55%
Match Prediction: This game is expected to be a close one, but based on current form, consistency, and firepower in the middle order, Lucknow Super Giants have a slight edge. However, KKR playing at Eden Gardens could swing things in their favor.
Prediction: LSG to win a high-scoring thriller by a small margin.
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