IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Match Preview

IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings Match Preview, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head & Prediction

Match Overview

• Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings

• Date: 19 April, 2025

• Time: 7:30 PM IST

• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

• Live Streaming: JioCinema | Star Sports Network

Two IPL heavyweights collide in one of the most anticipated matches of the season. KKR will look to protect their fortress, while CSK hopes to steal crucial points on the road.

Pitch Report

Eden Gardens offers a batting-friendly wicket with consistent bounce. The short boundaries and lightning-fast outfield make big scores likely. Spinners could come into play as the pitch wears.

Weather:

Humid evening with no rain forecast. Dew expected after 9 PM.

 Head-to-Head Record

Teams Matches  KKR Wins CSK Wins

KKR vs CSK    28   10    18

CSK has had a firm upper hand historically, but KKR has beaten them at Eden in the past.

 Predicted Playing 11

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):

Shreyas Iyer (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Venkatesh Iyer, Nitish Rana, Andre Russell, Rinku Singh, Sunil Narine, Mitchell Starc, Suyash Sharma, Varun Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana

Chennai Super Kings (CSK):

Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Rachin Ravindra, Shivam Dube, Moeen Ali, MS Dhoni (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Ben Stokes, Deepak Chahar, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Mukesh Choudhary

 Players to Watch

•  Rinku Singh: Finishing expert, thrives under pressure.

• Ruturaj Gaikwad: Fluent opener, sets the tone for CSK.

• Sunil Narine: His matchups against CSK’s lefties could be key.

• Matheesha Pathirana: A death-over weapon CSK depends on.

Fantasy Tips (Focus11 Exclusive)

• Captain Picks: Russell / Ruturaj

• Vice-Captain: Narine / Dube

• Budget Picks: Harshit Rana, Theekshana

• Grand League Tip: Stack up on all-rounders; they’ll get more fantasy involvement at Eden.

Match Prediction

While CSK holds the historical edge, KKR’s current form and home conditions level the playing field.

Prediction: KKR to edge out CSK in a high-scoring thriller.

IPL 2025: Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Match Preview

 IPL 2025: Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Match Preview, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head & Prediction

Match Overview

• Match: Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore

• Date: 18 April, 2025

• Time: 7:30 PM IST

• Venue: Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur

• Live Streaming: JioCinema | Star Sports Network

Punjab hosts Bangalore in a crucial mid-season clash. Both sides need consistency and will be eyeing this game to build momentum.

Pitch Report

The new stadium in Mullanpur has shown variable behavior. While the outfield is quick, the pitch has grip and bounce, favoring spinners and slower deliveries.

Weather:

Clear skies with temp around 31°C. Dew may play a role in the second half.

 Head-to-Head Record

Teams Matches  PBKS Wins RCB Wins

PBKS vs RCB    31   17    14

Punjab holds a slight advantage historically, especially at home venues.

 Predicted Playing 11

Punjab Kings (PBKS):

Shikhar Dhawan (C), Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Sam Curran, Sikandar Raza, Harpreet Brar, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Harshal Patel

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB):

Faf du Plessis (C), Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Rajat Patidar, Dinesh Karthik (WK), Mahipal Lomror, Cameron Green, Karn Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, Reece Topley, Mayank Daga

 Players to Watch

•  Livingstone: Big-hitting threat, especially against spin.

• Faf du Plessis: Solid top-order presence for RCB.

• Jasprit Bumrah: Will test GT’s top order with new ball magic.

• Rashid Khan: MI batters have struggled against his variations.

Fantasy Tips (Focus11 Exclusive)

• Captain Picks: Suryakumar / Gill

• Vice-Captain: Bumrah / Rashid

• Budget Picks: Harpreet Brar, Mayank Dagar

• Grand League Tip: Go for all-rounders who bat in middle overs & bowl in powerplay.

Match Prediction

RCB has struggled with balance this season, while PBKS looks better equipped on home turf. Expect a tight finish.

Prediction: Punjab Kings to defend a total successfully.

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans Match Preview

 IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans Match Preview, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head & Prediction

Match Overview

• Match: Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans

• Date: 17 April, 2025

• Time: 7:30 PM IST

• Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai

• Live Streaming: JioCinema | Star Sports Network

A blockbuster face-off in Mumbai as the five-time champs take on the ever-competitive Gujarat Titans. Expect a packed house, fierce pace battles, and plenty of fireworks.

Pitch Report

Wankhede is a paradise for batters — true bounce, fast outfield, and shorter boundaries. Seamers might get swing early on, but it flattens out quickly. Chasing has been easier here historically.

Weather:

Warm evening (~32°C) with light humidity. Dew will almost certainly influence the second innings.

 Head-to-Head Record

Teams Matches  MI Wins GT Wins

MI vs GT 4 2 2

A balanced rivalry so far. Both teams have shown the ability to dominate each other depending on the venue.

 Predicted Playing 11

Mumbai Indians (MI):

Rohit Sharma, Ishan Kishan (WK), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya (C), Tim David, Gerald Coetzee, Shams Mulani, Jasprit Bumrah, Piyush Chawla, Akash Madhwal

Gujarat Titans (GT):

Shubman Gill (C), Wriddhiman Saha (WK), Sai Sudharsan, David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Vijay Shankar, Azmatullah Omarzai, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma, Umesh Yadav

 Players to Watch

• Suryakumar Yadav: Loves playing at Wankhede, especially under lights.

• Shubman Gill: GT’s most consistent batter; anchors beautifully.

• Jasprit Bumrah: Will test GT’s top order with new ball magic.

• Rashid Khan: MI batters have struggled against his variations.

Fantasy Tips (Focus11 Exclusive)

• Captain Picks: Suryakumar / Gill

• Vice-Captain: Bumrah / Rashid

• Budget Picks: Noor Ahmad, Tilak Varma

• Grand League Tip: Pick more top-order batters & bowlers bowling in powerplay/death overs.

Match Prediction

A tough call — MI’s home advantage is real, but GT’s balance and bowling depth give them an edge in tight moments.

Prediction: Gujarat Titans to snatch a last-over win.

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals Match Preview,

IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals Match Preview, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head & Prediction

Match Overview

• Match: Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals

• Date: 16 April, 2025

• Time: 7:30 PM IST

• Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

• Live Streaming: JioCinema | Star Sports Network

Delhi hosts Rajasthan in what promises to be a high-octane clash at the Feroz Shah Kotla. Both teams are stacked with power-hitters and crafty bowlers, making this a strategic battle.

Pitch Report

Traditionally a batting-friendly pitch with short boundaries, but the surface can assist spinners as the game progresses. Expect a high-scoring contest if dew sets in.

Weather:

Hot and dry evening around 33°C. Slight chance of dew affecting the second innings.

 Head-to-Head Record

Teams Matches  DC Wins RR Wins

DC vs RR 27 13           14

It’s neck and neck historically, with RR having a slight edge. But DC has the home advantage here.

 Predicted Playing 11

Delhi Capitals (DC):

Rishabh Pant (C & WK), Prithvi Shaw, David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Axar Patel, Tristan Stubbs, Lalit Yadav, Kuldeep Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar, Anrich Nortje

Rajasthan Royals (RR):

Sanju Samson (C & WK), Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Sandeep Sharma, Dhruv Jurel, Avesh Khan

 Players to Watch

• Prithvi Shaw: Can exploit the powerplay with aggressive stroke play.

• Jos Buttler: Always a threat, especially in high-scoring venues.

• Kuldeep Yadav: Key spinner for Delhi, particularly in middle overs.

• Chahal vs Pant: A mouth-watering matchup to watch.

Fantasy Tips (Focus11 Exclusive)

• Captain Picks: Buttler / Kuldeep Yadav

• Vice-Captain: Samson / Warner

• Budget Picks: Lalit Yadav, Dhruv Jurel

• Grand League Tip: Load your team with top-order batters and wrist spinners.

Match Prediction

DC at home will push hard, but RR has the firepower to upset them. Expect a thriller with both teams evenly matched.

Prediction: Rajasthan Royals to win a high-scoring thriller.

IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Match Preview

 IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Match Preview, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head & Prediction

Match Overview

• Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders

• Date: 15 April, 2025

• Time: 7:30 PM IST

• Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

• Live Streaming: JioCinema | Star Sports Network

The Yellow Army hosts the Knight Riders in a classic Southern showdown. CSK will rely on their fortress, while KKR will look to break their Chepauk curse.

Pitch Report

The Chepauk surface is spin-friendly and slows down as the match progresses. Batters need to apply themselves early, while spinners get more bite in the second innings.

Weather:

Hot and humid, ~34°C. Dew likely to play a part in the second half.

 Head-to-Head Record

Teams Matches  CSK Wins KKR Wins

CSK vs KKR 28 18 9

CSK has historically dominated this contest, especially at home.

 Predicted Playing 11

Chennai Super Kings (CSK):

Ruturaj Gaikwad (C), Devon Conway, Shivam Dube, Moeen Ali, MS Dhoni (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Sameer Rizvi, Maheesh Theekshana, Deepak Chahar, Matheesha Pathirana, Mukesh Choudhary

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):

Shreyas Iyer (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Nitish Rana, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Venkatesh Iyer, Sunil Narine, Mitchell Starc, Varun Chakravarthy, Suyash Sharma, Harshit Rana

 Players to Watch

• Ravindra Jadeja: All-round threat, especially on home turf.

• Andre Russell: Capable of flipping games in a few balls.

• Theekshana: CSK’s spin trump card in Chennai.

• Rinku Singh: Mr. Reliable for KKR under pressure.

Fantasy Tips (Focus11 Exclusive)

• Captain Picks: Jadeja / Russell

• Vice-Captain: Ruturaj Gaikwad / Sunil Narine

• Budget Picks: Suyash Sharma, Sameer Rizvi

• Grand League Tip: Bank on spinners from both sides; batters who play spin well are must-picks.

Match Prediction

CSK rarely loses at home, and the spin-heavy pitch suits them perfectly. KKR has the firepower, but they’ll need a flawless performance.

Prediction: Chennai Super Kings to win a tight, low-scoring game.

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians vs Punjab Kings Match Preview

IPL 2025: Chennai Super Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders Match Preview, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head & Prediction

Match Overview

IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match Preview

 IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match Preview, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head & Prediction

Match Overview

• Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

• Date: 11 April, 2025

• Time: 7:30 PM IST

• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

• Live Streaming: JioCinema | Star Sports Network

KKR will host SRH at their fortress Eden Gardens in a night clash that promises fireworks. Both teams boast firepower in their top order, making this a must-watch encounter.

Pitch Report

Eden Gardens is a paradise for batters, especially in night games. The ball comes nicely onto the bat and spinners may come into play only if there's grip in the second innings.

Weather:

Clear skies, 32°C expected in the evening. Slight dew might set in late.

 Head-to-Head Record

Teams Matches KKR Wins SRH Wins

KKR vs SRH 25 16 9

KKR has had the upper hand over SRH historically and will look to maintain dominance at home.

 Predicted Playing 11

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR​):

Shreyas Iyer (C), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Nitish Rana, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Venkatesh Iyer, Sunil Narine, Mitchell Starc, Varun Chakravarthy, Suyash Sharma, Harshit Rana

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):​

Aiden Markram (C), Mayank Agarwal, Rahul Tripathi, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Abdul Samad, Marco Jansen, Washington Sundar, Pat Cummins, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, T Natarajan, Umran Malik

 Players to Watch

• Andre Russell: Can turn the match in minutes — bat or ball.

• Heinrich Klaasen: SRH’s most dangerous finisher.

• Mitchell Starc: Eyes will be on him to deliver with the new ball.

• Pat Cummins: Captaincy pressure + bowling responsibility = key player.

Fantasy Tips (Focus11 Exclusive)

• Captain Picks: Andre Russell / Heinrich Klaasen

• Vice-Captain: Rinku Singh / Pat Cummins

• Budget Picks: Suyash Sharma, Washington Sundar

• Grand League Tip: Eden Gardens favors power-hitters — back finishers over anchors.

Match Prediction

KKR’s home advantage and strong finishing options give them the edge, but SRH has match-winners who can flip the game anytime.

Prediction: KKR to win a close-fought battle under the lights.