🏏 Match Overview
The Eden Gardens in Kolkata is set to host a blockbuster contest as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on the in-form Gujarat Titans (GT) in Match 39 of IPL 2025, on Monday, April 21 at 7:30 PM IST.
KKR head into this game after a shocking collapse against Punjab Kings where they were bowled out for 95, despite needing just 113 for victory. Their batting frailties under pressure were exposed, though their bowling—led by Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine—remains a strong point.
Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, are on a high after chasing down a mammoth 204 against Delhi Capitals. Jos Buttler’s unbeaten 97 was the highlight of that game, showcasing GT’s explosive batting capabilities and depth in the middle order.
📊 Match Details
| Fixture | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans – Match 39, IPL 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | Monday, April 21, 2025 – 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Live Broadcast | JioStar Network Channels |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar (App & Website) |
🏟️ Pitch Report – Eden Gardens, Kolkata
The Eden Gardens surface is known for its firm bounce and fast outfield. With a bit of grass on the pitch, batters can enjoy true bounce early in the innings. However, as the match progresses, expect some grip and turn, especially for spinners. The short square boundaries encourage aggressive shot-making, and dew might influence second innings tactics. A score around 180+ could be competitive here.
🔁 Head-to-Head Record
| Stat | KKR | GT | Tied | No Result | Total Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches Won | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| First-ever Fixture | April 23, 2022 | – | – | – | – |
| Most-recent Fixture | April 29, 2023 | – | – | – | – |
Gujarat Titans have a slight edge in their head-to-head with two wins from three encounters. KKR will be keen to level things on their home turf.
🧢 Predicted Playing XIs
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
Quinton de Kock (WK), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Vaibhav Arora, Anrich Nortje, Varun Chakravarthy
Impact Player: Angkrish Raghuvanshi
Gujarat Titans (GT):
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, R. Sai Kishore, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Ishant Sharma
Impact Player: Sherfane Rutherford
🌟 Players to Watch
Best Batter – Jos Buttler (GT):
Jos Buttler has been Gujarat’s batting rock this season. With 315 runs in 7 games, he’s leading the charts for GT and was instrumental in their last win with a blistering 97 off 51 balls*. Expect another big innings if he gets going at Eden Gardens.
Best Bowler – Varun Chakravarthy (KKR):
Varun Chakravarthy has taken 10 wickets in 7 matches and is KKR’s go-to man during the middle overs. The spin-friendly conditions at Eden Gardens will suit his bowling style, and he’ll be a key factor in restricting GT’s power hitters.
🔮 Match Prediction
Given the likelihood of dew and chasing-friendly conditions in Kolkata, the toss will play a vital role. The team bowling first could gain an edge under the lights.
Today’s Prediction: Team bowling first to win
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