Kolkata Knight Riders, currently sitting at 3rd place with 5 wins from 7 matches, are all set to take on Gujarat Titans, who are at 1st place with 6 wins in 7 games. The two teams have clashed 3 times in IPL history — with Gujarat Titans winning 2 and Kolkata Knight Riders taking 1. With GT in red-hot form and KKR seeking redemption after their shocking loss to Punjab, this match promises high-intensity cricket. Both sides have top performers, and the race to playoff spots makes this encounter especially thrilling. Let’s see which team comes out on top!
Live Streaming Info
Fans can catch the KKR Vs GT live on Star Sports Network in India, Fox Sports in Australia, and Ten Sports in Pakistan.
The match will commence at 7:00 pm PST, 7:30 pm IST, 2:00 pm GMT.
Team Analysis
Kolkata Knight Riders have looked like a strong unit this season with some standout performances. Sunil Narine, now promoted as an opener, has been giving KKR explosive starts alongside Quinton de Kock, who has also shown excellent form. In the middle order, Ajinkya Rahane, the skipper has played the anchor role effectively, while Rinku Singh continues to finish games with confidence. However, lack of stable partnerships has been a key deficiency in the squad as the team often finds themselves to be all out before reaching the 20 overs landmark.
On the bowling front, Anrich Nortje has picked up momentum after a shaky start, and Varun Chakravarthy remains their go-to spinner for middle overs. Harshit Rana has impressed as a young pacer, delivering key breakthroughs. However, their recent collapse chasing a modest target against Punjab Kings exposed their over-reliance on the top order. The team will look to regroup and bounce back with a solid all-round performance.
Gujarat Titans are dominating the points table, driven by consistent top-order batting and disciplined bowling. Sai Sudharsan has been a revelation this season, sitting among the top run-scorers with a calm, composed approach. Captain Shubman Gill has led by example, building partnerships and anchoring the innings. This duo is the main strength for the Gujarati lineup as they provide a dominant start to the team’s batting innings, while optimizing the usage of powerplay.
In the bowling department, Prasidh Krishna has emerged as a pace spearhead, picking up wickets regularly with an impressive average. He took him 4 crucial wickets in the last game against the Delhi team, and propelled his team towards victory. Rashid Khan remains a key middle-over enforcer, breaking partnerships and keeping the run rate in check. The Titans have looked well-balanced, and their strong form gives them a slight edge heading into this clash.
Conclusion
The match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujarat Titans is set to take place at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The pitch here generally favors batsmen, with fast outfields and short boundaries, but it can offer some turn for spinners as well. KKR will bank on home advantage, while GT’s current momentum makes them a tough opponent to crack. Key impact players for KKR include Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy, while Sai Sudharsan and Rashid Khan are expected to shine for Gujarat Titans. If you want to watch KKR vs GT live, scroll above and click on the link provided.
