Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face Gujarat Titans (GT) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata in Match 39 of IPL 2025. GT currently leads the points table with 5 wins from 7 matches, while KKR sits mid-table with 3 wins from 7 matches. This match is crucial for both teams as they look to improve their standings.
Team News
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
- Recent Form: Inconsistent with 3 wins from 7 matches
- Notable Performance: Recent collapse against Punjab Kings (bowled out for 95 while chasing 112)
- Key Players: Sunil Narine (all-rounder), Quinton de Kock (aggressive opener), Andre Russell (game-changer), Varun Chakaravarthy (spinner)
Gujarat Titans (GT)
- Recent Form: Excellent with 5 wins from 7 matches
- Notable Performance: Recent victory over Delhi Capitals
- Key Players: Sai Sudharsan (365 runs at avg 52), Shubman Gill (captain), Prasidh Krishna (14 wickets in 7 matches), Rashid Khan (spinner)
Probable Playing XIs
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Sunil Narine | All-rounder |
| Quinton de Kock (wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| Ajinkya Rahane (c) | Batsman |
| Venkatesh Iyer | Batsman |
| Rinku Singh | Batsman |
| Andre Russell | All-rounder |
| Ramandeep Singh | All-rounder |
| Harshit Rana | Bowler |
| Anrich Nortje | Bowler |
| Varun Chakaravarthy | Bowler |
| Vaibhav Arora | Bowler |
Gujarat Titans (GT)
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Shubman Gill (c) | Batsman |
| Sai Sudharsan | Batsman |
| Jos Buttler (wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batsman |
| Sherfane Rutherford | Batsman |
| Rahul Tewatia | All-rounder |
| Shahrukh Khan | Batsman |
| Rashid Khan | Bowler |
| Arshad Khan | Bowler |
| Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore | Bowler |
| Mohammed Siraj | Bowler |
| Prasidh Krishna | Bowler |
Head-to-Head Record
- KKR and GT have faced each other only 3 times
- GT leads with 2 wins vs KKR’s 1 win
- Their last meeting in IPL 2024 was abandoned due to rain
Venue and Conditions
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Pitch: Batsman-friendly with true bounce and carry
- Average First Innings Score: 170-180
- Weather: Clear, no chance of rain
Dream11 Team Prediction
Recommended Team
Wicketkeepers:
- Quinton de Kock (KKR)
- Jos Buttler (GT)
Batsmen:
- Shubman Gill (GT)
- Sai Sudharsan (GT)
- Rinku Singh (KKR)
All-rounders:
- Sunil Narine (KKR)
- Andre Russell (KKR)
- Rahul Tewatia (GT)
Bowlers:
- Rashid Khan (GT)
- Prasidh Krishna (GT)
- Varun Chakaravarthy (KKR)
Captain: Sai Sudharsan (GT) Vice-Captain: Sunil Narine (KKR)
Match Prediction
While KKR has home advantage, GT’s consistent form gives them the edge. However, strong performances from KKR’s all-rounders could lead to an upset.
Key Players to Watch
- Sai Sudharsan (GT): Four half-centuries this season
- Sunil Narine (KKR): Effective with both bat and ball
- Prasidh Krishna (GT): Recent four-wicket haul
- Andre Russell (KKR): Match-winning potential
Dream11 Strategic Tips
- Include players from both teams
- Focus on all-rounders who earn points in multiple categories
- Consider Eden Gardens’ pitch that favors batsmen but assists spinners
- Choose consistent performers as captain/vice-captain