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The 15th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 features Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) taking on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at 7:30 PM IST.
Current Standings
Both teams have had a challenging start to the season, each securing one win and suffering two losses. KKR is currently at the bottom of the points table, while SRH is positioned just above them in eighth place.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, KKR has dominated this fixture with 19 wins out of 28 encounters, while SRH has managed 9 victories. Notably, KKR triumphed over SRH in all three of their meetings during the 2024 season, including the final.
Team Squads
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):
Travis Head
Abhishek Sharma
Ishan Kishan (wk)
Nitish Kumar Reddy
Heinrich Klaasen
Aniket Verma
Abhinav Manohar
Pat Cummins ©
Zeeshan Ansari
Harshal Patel
Mohammed Shami
Impact Player: Adam Zampa
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
Sunil Narine
Quinton de Kock (wk)
Ajinkya Rahane
Rinku Singh
Angkrish Raghuvanshi
Venkatesh Iyer
Andre Russell
Ramandeep Singh
Spencer Johnson
Harshit Rana
Varun Chakaravarthy
Impact Player: Vaibhav Arora
Key Players to Watch
Travis Head (SRH): The opener has been in impressive form, scoring 136 runs in three matches at an average of 45.33 and a strike rate of 191.54.
Harshit Rana (KKR): The right-arm pacer has been effective with the new ball and in death overs, making him a crucial asset for KKR.
Pitch and Weather Report
Eden Gardens is known for its batting-friendly surface, often resulting in high-scoring games. The pitch offers early assistance to pacers, with spinners becoming more effective as the match progresses. The weather forecast indicates clear skies with temperatures ranging from 30°C at the start to 27°C by the end of the match, and humidity levels between 60% and 79%.
Match Prediction
Considering KKR's historical advantage and the home ground factor, they might have a slight edge. However, SRH's potent batting lineup could pose a significant challenge. The team winning the toss may prefer to bowl first, aiming to chase under lights.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
TV Broadcast: Star Sports and Sports 18 Network
Live Streaming: JioCinema app and website
