Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) face off in an exciting IPL 2025 match at Eden Gardens. KKR, currently seventh on the points table has shown mixed form, while RR, eighth on the table has struggled with consistency.

KKR, currently positioned seventh on the points table, are desperate for a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Their campaign has been inconsistent, with the batting order, led by Ajinkya rahanegoing through serious turmoil this season. In the absence of Quinton de Kockthe opening combination has lacked stability and firepower. KKR’s most expensive buy, Venkatesh Iyerhas struggled to deliver impactful performances, further compounding their top-order issues. Meanwhile, their bowling unit, spearheaded by Harshit ranahas been underwhelming, often leaking runs at crucial junctures, making it difficult to defend or contain totals.

On the other hand, RR, the inaugural champions of the IPL, have already been knocked out of the playoff race. Their dismal campaign has raised serious questions about team strategy and squad composition. One of the biggest criticisms has been their approach during the auction, where several puzzling decisions left the squad unbalanced. The franchise’s inability to form a cohesive playing XI has reflected in their results. However, RR will now look to salvage pride and finish the season on a high. One of the few positives has been the promising performance of young batter Vaibhav suryavanshiwhose recent knock gave fans a glimpse of his potential. Heading into their remaining matches, RR may focus on nurturing young talent and building momentum for the next season.

KKR vs RR Head-to-Head record

Matches Played: 31 |KKR won: 15 |RR won:14 |No result:02 |

KKR vs RR Match details

• Date & Time: May 4, 3:30 pm is
• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Eden Gardens Pitch report:

Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata is renowned for hosting exhilarating, high-scoring cricket matches. Historically, the pitch at this iconic venue has been a batter’s paradise, facilitating fluid stroke play and numerous chances for hitting boundaries. Although spinners might find some support as the match progresses, the setting is primed to showcase the power-hitting abilities of both teams.

KKR vs RR Dream11 Prediction picks

• Wicketkeepers: Dhruv jurel, Rahmanullah gurbaz
• Batters: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ajinkya Rahane, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Vaibhav Suryavanshi
• All-rounders: Simin Narine, Riya Parag, Andre, Russell
• Bowlers: Jofra archer, varun chakravarty

KKR vs RR Dream11 Captain and Vice Captain

• Choice 1: Yashasvi Jaiswal (C), Ajinkya Rahane (VC)
• Choice 2: Sunil Narine (C), Vaibhav Suryavanshi (VC)

KKR vs RR Dream11 Prediction backups

Nitish Rana, Harshit Rana, Vaibhav Arora, Mahesh Theekshana

KKR vs RR Dream11 Team for today’s match (May 4, 3:30 pm IST)

Squads:

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): Rinku Singh, Quinton De Kock, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Angrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, Anrich Nortje, Harshit Rana, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Mayank Markhande, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Spencer Johnson, Luvnith Sisodia, Ajinkya Rahane, Anukul Roy, Moen Ali, Umran Malik.

Rajasthan Royals: Akash Madhwal, Ashok Sharma, Dhruv Jurel, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Jofra Archer, Kunal Singh Rathore, Kumar Kartikeya, Kwena Maphaka, Mahesh Teekhana, Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Sandeep Sharma, Sanju Samson (C), Shubham Dubey, Tushar Deshpande, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Wanindu Hasaranga, Yashsvi Jaiswal, Yudhvir Singh

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