Knight Riders 6. They need to win the remaining three games to keep their Hopes alive.
In the Indian Premier League 57 match (IPL 2025), Kolkata Knight Rides (KKR) is home to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Kolkata. When CSK is knocked out, this conflict is very important for KKR that struggles to keep IPL Playoff hopes alive. However, five times the champion CSK can play Spoilsport and ruin KKR's chances. A loss will also remove KKR from the playoff race.
Match details
- Match: Kolkata Knight Rits vs Chennai Super Kings, Match 57, IPL 2025
- Date and time: May 7, 2025, 19:30 IST
- Place: Eden Gardens, Calcutta
- Live flow: Jiohotstar (online), Star Sports Network (TV)
Kkr vs CSK match preview
Kkr, led by Ajinkya Rahane, wins an exciting victory against Rajasthan Royals, which holds them in the playoff race with five wins and five losses. They need to win all the remaining games to reach 17 points, but even this may not guarantee the competence. Varun Chakaravarthy and Sunil Narine-led spin-pain attacks Gardens, and players like Andre Russell are at the top at the right time.
Following the injury of Ruturaj Gaikwad, CSK under the captain of Dhoni had a gloomy season. Three wins in 11 games under the score table. The last two -stage losses against Royal Challengers Bengaluru fought especially from Ravindra Jadeja, but his campaigns struggled with inconsistently and Bowling. Despite the elimination, CSK's competitive spirit and strong head -to -head records against the KKR make them a dangerous rival.
Last form
- Knight rider (WW NR LL): Kkr was inconsistent, but he showed flexibility in his last home win against Rajasthan Royals. Sunil Narine (671 Running, 72 Small Gate in the Gardening Garden) and Varun Chakaravarthy (15 small doors this season) are key artists, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi (285 running in 10 inning) is in good form. Andre Russell's multi -faceted contributions are vital.
- Chennai Super Kings (Lllw): The CSK fought with four defeats before a narrow defeat. Shivam Dube (247 Run) and Ravindra Jadeja (243 running, RCB against the last 77) have been bright points, but the highest levels, including Rachin Ravindra and Devon Conway, are inconsistent. Noor Ahmad (11 small gates) continues to be a threat.
Eden Gardens Pitch Report
Eden Gardens Field is known for being friendly to the stroke that offers real jump and tempo suitable for aggressive stroke manufacturers. The latest matches like KKR vs Rajasthan Royals have seen more than 400 running, which shows that a high -score game is likely. Yarns such as Varun Chakaravarthy and Ravichandran Ashwin can find some grasping in the middle sea, but Pacers can combat 11.1 economy at home for KKR. DEW has an advantage before the first strokes can make Bowling difficult.
Calcutta Weather Report
According to air estimated channels, Kolkata is expected to receive slight rain in the afternoon on May 7, 2025. The temperature will remain around 30 ° C in the evening with high humidity (approximately 70-80%) and potential dew. Middle winds are expected, but the probability of disrupting the game is low.
Kkr vs cks head -to -head recordings
- Total matches: 32
- CSK wins: 20
- Kkr wins: 12
- Abandoned: 1
- Eden Gardens: CSK won 6 out of 10 games against KKR.
- Last encounter: At 25 (11 April 2025, Chennai), KKR threw CSK with 8 small gates and chased 104 of 104.
11 playing was estimated
KKR XI plays
Sunil Narine, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ajinkya Rahane (C), Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Rovman Powell, Anukul Roy, Harshit Rana, Vaibhav Arara, Varun Chakaravarty.
- Effect Subs: Manish Pandey, Harshit Rana, Anukul Roy, Rovman Powell, Luvnith Sisodia
CSK PLAYING XI
Shaik Rasheed, Ayush Mhatre, Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Dewald Brevis, Shivam Dube, Deepak Hooda/Urvil Patel, Ms Dhoni (C & WK), Math Pathirana, Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, Anshul Cambojjj
- Effect Subs: Shivam Dube, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kamsh Nagarkoti, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Jamie Overton
Match Estimation
KKR holds the advantage due to the latest forms, home advantage and superior spin bowling options that are suitable for the Eden Gardens. This season, CSK's previous garbage (25 matches) increases confidence and players like Narine, Russell and Chakaravarthy are in the best form. Despite the fighting souls, CSK fought consistency and strokes collapsed under pressure against quality turn.
- First bat bat first: Wait for KKR to release 180-200, Narine and Raghuvanshi sets a paced tempo. The CSK's chase may fall against KKR's yarns and probably finish 20-30 runs.
- First CSK Bat: CSK may try to exceed 160 considering the stroke problems. KKR's balanced stroke series should be easily chasing in 18 seafarers.
Winning: It is estimated that Knight riders will win with a 6-8 small door or 20-30 running margin depending on the order of throwing and strokes. The more powerful staff depths, home conditions and existing moments make them favorites.
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