Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals, 53rd Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Indian T20 League

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02 May 2025 | 09:21AM
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The 53rd Match of the Indian T20 League will feature Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) taking on Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata on May 4, 2025, at 03:30 PM. Both teams are full of promise, and this match will be a crucial one in their journey to securing a spot in the playoffs. KKR, with a blend of experienced players like Andre Russell and younger talents such as Rinku Singh, will look to dominate their opponents at their home ground. On the other hand, RR, led by Sanju Samson, has been in strong form throughout the season, with players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shimron Hetmyer looking to carry their momentum forward. KKR will need to exploit their home conditions, while RR will be aiming to showcase their depth in batting and bowling. Fans will be eagerly following the KKR vs RR Live Score to keep track of this exciting encounter, which promises to be a thrilling battle between two competitive teams.


Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals, 53rd Match Details

Series

Indian T20 League

Match

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals

Date & Time

04 May 2025, 03:30 PM

Venue

Eden Gardens, Kolkata

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Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals, 53rd Match Weather Condition

09:00 am

Cloud

100%

Humidity

79%

Wind

26.3 km/h

25

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Moderate or heavy rain with thunder

Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Eden Gardens Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The pitch at Eden Gardens is known for its flat and bouncy surface, making it a great venue for batsmen. The pitch tends to be a bit slow, providing assistance to spinners as the game progresses. Early on, the ball comes onto the bat nicely, allowing for big scores, but the spinners can create trouble in the middle overs. Dew may play a factor in the second innings, making it a favorable chasing ground for teams batting second. Expect a high-scoring game with both teams needing to make strategic decisions in terms of batting order and bowling rotations.

Kolkata Knight Riders Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Rajasthan Royals Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

166

X

153

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

262-2 by PBKS vs KKR

X

49-10 by RCB vs KKR

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

262-2 by PBKS vs KKR

X

103-6 by RPS vs KKR

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

38

41%
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59%
Bowling First

55

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals, 53rd Match Squad

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Kolkata Knight Riders Probable XI :

Ajinkya Rahane, Manish Pandey, Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Moeen Ali, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Anrich Nortje, Varun Chakravarthy

Rajasthan Royals Probable XI :

Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Sandeep Sharma, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Akash Madhwal

Conclusion

The KKR vs RR Live Score will be closely followed as both teams fight for a spot in the top ranks. With both sides having dynamic players who can turn the game on its head, this match is expected to be a cracker. KKR will want to dominate with their spin-heavy attack, while RR will rely on their batting depth and pace attack to dictate terms. The key to winning will be the performance in the middle overs, with both teams possessing the ability to outplay each other in these critical phases of the match. Fans should expect a high-intensity clash full of drama and excitement.