IPL 2025: KKR and LSG Seek Stability After Unpredictable Starts
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Synopsis
In IPL 2025, Kolkata Knight Riders will face Lucknow Super Giants in a crucial match. Both teams aim for consistency following mixed results this season. The match will unfold at Eden Gardens, with both teams coming off recent wins. Key players will be pivotal in determining the outcome.
Key Takeaways
- Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants have had mixed performances this season.
- Both teams secured victories in their last matches, boosting their morale.
- Key players like Venkatesh Iyer and Aiden Markram need to step up for their teams.
- The match will take place at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
- Live coverage will be available on Star Sports and JioHotstar.
Kolkata, April 7 (NationPress) The reigning champions Kolkata Knight Riders will square off against Lucknow Super Giants in a rescheduled IPL 2025 match on Tuesday afternoon.
Both teams have experienced a mixed bag this season, with KKR sitting fifth in the standings after securing two wins and two losses. LSG mirrors this record, occupying the sixth position.
Entering the match, both franchises are buoyed by their recent victories. KKR achieved a commanding 80-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad, while LSG edged out the five-time champions Mumbai Indians by 12 runs.
In their last match, KKR's most expensive acquisition, Venkatesh Iyer, made a significant impact with a blistering 60 runs from just 29 balls, boasting a remarkable strike rate of 206 at the Eden Gardens. Alongside him, Angkrish Raghuvanshi and captain Ajinkya Rahane dazzled with their strokes, while Rinku also played a crucial role in the win.
However, KKR needs to address their opening partnerships as Quinton de Kock and Sunil Narine must elevate their performance to bolster the batting lineup.
Similarly, for LSG, Aiden Markram showcased resilience with a half-century after a slow start to the season. Mitchell Marsh has also been instrumental, achieving three half-centuries in four matches, providing solid beginnings for the team.
On the downside, captain Rishabh Pant has struggled with the bat, facing pressure due to a series of low scores: 0, 15, 2, and 2.
Historically, KKR and LSG have clashed five times in the IPL, with LSG holding the advantage with three victories.
When is the KKR vs LSG match scheduled?
The match is set for Tuesday, commencing at 3:30 PM IST, with the toss at 3 PM IST.
Where will the KKR vs LSG match take place?
The venue for this match is Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
Where can I watch the live broadcast of the KKR vs LSG match?
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network.
Where can I find live streaming for the KKR vs LSG match?
The match will be available for live streaming on the JioHotstar app.
Squads:
Kolkata Knight Riders Squad: Quinton de Kock (w), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Moeen Ali, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Manish Pandey, Vaibhav Arora, Luvnith Sisodia, Anukul Roy, Rovman Powell, Anrich Nortje, Mayank Markande, Spencer Johnson, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Chetan Sakariya
Lucknow Super Giants Squad: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (w/c), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav, Shahbaz Ahmed, Manimaran Siddharth, Akash Maharaj Singh, Mayank Yadav, Shamar Joseph, Arshin Kulkarni, Yuvraj Chaudhary, RS Hangargekar, Aryan Juyal, Matthew Breetzke, Himmat Singh
