On April 3, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will host the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Match 15. After a difficult start to the season, both of last season’s finalists are keen to raise their rankings.
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Team Form and Standings
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): KKR has only won once in their last three games and is currently at the bottom of the points standings. Key players have yet to establish consistent form, and their batting order has suffered.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): Currently ranked ninth, SRH has won one of their last three games. Their bowling team hasn’t been as successful as anticipated, and their batting has shown promise but needs consistency.
Key Players to Watch
KKR: Captain Ajinkya Rahane’s leadership and batting prowess are crucial for KKR’s resurgence.
All-rounder Andre Russell’s performance can significantly impact the game’s outcome.
SRH: The opening pair of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma will be vital in setting a strong foundation.
Wicketkeeper-batsman Heinrich Klaasen’s middle-order stability is also essential.
Kolkata vs Hyderabad Player head-to-head record
Andre Russell vs Pat Cummins battle
As of April 3, 2025, in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Andre Russell and Pat Cummins have faced each other in two matches:
2014: Russell scored 14 runs off 5 balls against Cummins, with a strike rate of 280.
2024: Russell managed 2 runs off 4 balls, with a strike rate of 50.
Sunil Narine vs Heinrich Klaasen
During these encounters, Klaasen has scored 30 runs off 18 balls against Narine, achieving a strike rate of 166.66.Notably, Narine has not dismissed Klaasen in these meetings.
Kolkata vs Hyderabad head-to-head record
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Total Matches: 25
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KKR Wins: 15
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SRH Wins: 10
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Last Meeting: SRH won by 23 runs (IPL 2024)
KKR vs SRH Match Time & Venue
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Date: [03/April/2025]
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Start Time: 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST)
- Eden Gardens, Kolkata – A batting paradise known for high-scoring thrillers and electrifying crowds!
KKR vs SRH Weather Forecast
Clear skies expected – perfect for an uninterrupted T20 blockbuster!
KKR vs SRH Match Prediction
KKR may have a little advantage given their recent performance and historical supremacy. The top-order form of SRH, though, could be a serious obstacle. Which team’s batting order does better under pressure might determine the outcome.