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Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants prediction – It’s time for another high-stakes clash in IPL 2025 as Kolkata Knight Riders take on Lucknow Super Giants in the 21st match of the season. This exciting day match will be held on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Let’s dive deep into the KKR vs LSG match preview, fantasy tips, pitch report, and who might come out on top. Cricketwebs provides 100% match prediction tips for every cricket match.

Match Details

Detail	Information
Match	KKR vs LSG, 21st Match, IPL 2025
Date	Tuesday, April 08, 2025
Time	3:30 PM IST
Venue	Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Broadcast	JioCinema, Star Sports Network

Kolkata Knight Riders Preview

The Kolkata Knight Riders finally seem to have found their groove in IPL 2025. After a jittery start to their campaign, they bounced back in style with a dominant 80-run win over Sunrisers Hyderabad at Eden Gardens, one of the most significant victories of this season so far. This performance wasn’t just a statement—it was a blueprint for what KKR is capable of when all departments fire in unison.

Batting Backbone Emerging

The top-order issues have been a recurring theme for KKR in the first few games, but the side looked more balanced in their last match. The experienced Ajinkya Rahane, batting at one-down, played a stabilizing knock of 38 runs off 27 balls after the team lost two early wickets. His presence provides a calm anchor, which is crucial with the otherwise aggressive batting order.

The real highlight, however, was Angkrish Raghuvanshi. The youngster scored a composed 50 off 32 deliveries, showing maturity and stroke-play that belied his age. It was his first major knock of the tournament, and it came when the team needed it the most. With a solid technique and fearless mindset, Raghuvanshi is rapidly becoming a valuable asset for KKR’s top order.

Venkatesh Iyer, who had been quiet in the earlier games, roared back to form with a blistering 60 off just 29 balls. Known for his explosive batting, Iyer’s return to form adds much-needed firepower to KKR’s middle order. Rinku Singh, Mr. Finisher, added the finishing touches with a quick 32* off 17 balls.

KKR now boasts a formidable middle order with Venkatesh, Rinku, and Rahane playing critical roles. If the openers can find consistency, this batting unit can pose serious challenges to any bowling attack.

Bowling – Variety and Depth

KKR’s bowling was clinical against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The team restricted SRH to just 120 runs in 16.4 overs while defending 200—a performance that instilled confidence across the camp.

Varun Chakaravarthy continues to be the mystery man in the middle overs. He picked up three wickets for just 22 runs in his four overs, tying up the opposition with his variations and immaculate line and length. On spinning tracks, Chakaravarthy is proving to be unplayable.

Vaibhav Arora complemented him brilliantly with figures of 3 for 29. The left-arm pacer swung the new ball and broke the SRH top order. His early breakthroughs set the tone for the defense.

Sunil Narine, another seasoned spinner, chipped in with one wicket and kept things tight. He remains a crucial part of KKR’s spin arsenal and offers control in the powerplay or middle overs, depending on match situations.

Andre Russell and Harshit Rana rounded off the attack with pace and variations. Russell’s ability to pick up crucial wickets and bowl short, sharp spells gives KKR a strategic edge.

What’s Working for KKR?

1. Middle Order Strength: Venkatesh and Rinku have clicked at the right time, providing stability and firepower.
2. Spin Duo: Chakaravarthy and Narine form a lethal pair in spin-friendly conditions.
3. Improving Youngsters: Raghuvanshi’s emergence and Arora’s effectiveness give them a well-rounded unit.
4. Depth in Bowling: KKR has at least six dependable bowling options in every match.

What Needs Improvement?

• Opening Partnership: The openers are yet to make a meaningful contribution. KKR needs better starts to set the tone.
• Strike Rotation: Against quality spin attacks, their batters sometimes struggle to rotate strike, putting pressure on big-hitters to go for broke.

KKR’s mix of youth and experience is starting to click. If they can keep this momentum, especially with the bowlers in form, they’ll remain strong contenders for a playoff berth. Their next few games will be crucial to see whether this resurgence is temporary or part of a longer, more consistent run.

Lucknow Super Giants Preview

The Lucknow Super Giants find themselves in a familiar territory—solid, but inconsistent. With two wins and two losses from their first four games, KL Rahul’s side (led tactically by vice-captain Mitchell Marsh in recent matches) sits in the middle of the points table. Their latest outing, a hard-fought 12-run win over Mumbai Indians, showed what the team is capable of but also exposed lingering flaws.

Top Order Sparks – But Needs Fire

Mitchell Marsh was the game-changer in the last match, playing a sensational innings of 60 runs off 31 balls. The powerful Australian all-rounder took the attack to the opposition early and set the platform for a big total. He has now established himself as the go-to man in the top order.

Aiden Markram’s return to form was another big boost for LSG. He scored a composed 53 off 38, pacing his innings well and playing spin with comfort. With Marsh and Markram setting the tone, LSG’s top order finally looked solid.

But inconsistency remains a concern. Rishabh Pant’s struggles continue to drag the team down. With just 19 runs from four matches, Pant’s lean patch is hurting the team’s momentum. David Miller, brought in for middle-order experience, hasn’t found his rhythm yet either.

Middle & Lower Order – Mixed Bag

Nicholas Pooran continues to be LSG’s batting lynchpin. Though he didn’t fire in the last game, his record at Eden Gardens and recent form make him a key figure. Pooran’s ability to take on spinners and accelerate in the death overs makes him dangerous.

Ayush Badoni and Abdul Samad have played crucial cameos, especially in crunch moments. Both players bring youthful energy and attacking flair. Samad, with his hitting ability, could be crucial against KKR’s spinners, especially in the middle overs.

Bowling – Big Names, Big Questions

Shardul Thakur has picked up seven wickets in three games—making him LSG’s top wicket-taker. But his economy rate, which is over 10, remains a worry. While he’s delivering wickets, he’s also leaking runs, which puts pressure on others to contain.

Ravi Bishnoi, the star spinner from last season, has been below par this time. With an economy rate above 12 and only three wickets, LSG need more from him, especially with spin likely to be a key factor at Eden Gardens.

On the bright side, Digvesh Singh Rathi has been a revelation. In just four games, he’s taken six wickets with a tight economy of 7.62. His ability to bowl during tough phases makes him a standout performer in this bowling unit.

Akash Deep and Avesh Khan continue to be decent support bowlers. Both picked up a wicket each against Mumbai but need to improve their control at the death.

What’s Working for LSG?

1. Mitchell Marsh’s All-Round Game: He provides balance and aggression at the top.
2. Pooran’s Firepower: Even when others fail, Pooran remains consistent in finishing games.
3. Digvesh Singh Rathi’s Form: A reliable new asset in the bowling department.
4. Lower Order Resilience: Badoni and Samad have offered handy cameos under pressure.

What Needs Fixing?

• Pant’s Form: His lack of runs is becoming a liability. A decision may soon be needed on his place in the XI.
• Bowling Economy: Most bowlers are conceding too many runs. Someone needs to step up with tighter lines and variations.
• Miller’s Role: He needs to either anchor or explode—not hover in between.

LSG have a competitive squad with match-winners in both departments. But inconsistency continues to haunt them. If Pant and Miller can get going, and the bowlers can tighten up, LSG has all the ingredients to be a top-four team. Their next game against a resurgent KKR could be pivotal in setting the tone for the remainder of their season.

Dream11/Fantasy Prediction Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants

Position	Player
WK	Nicholas Pooran
Batters	Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Angkrish Raghuvanshi
All-rounders	Mitchell Marsh (C), Andre Russell (VC), Moeen Ali
Bowlers	Varun Chakaravarthy, Digvesh Rathi, Harshit Rana, Shardul Thakur

Captain Options:

1. Mitchell Marsh – In great form and offers with both bat and ball.
2. Andre Russell – Always a game-changer at Eden Gardens.

Players to Avoid in Fantasy Team:

1. Rishabh Pant – Poor form and struggling for runs.
2. David Miller – Not clicking so far this season.

Also Check: Get The Best Dream11 Prediction From Cricket Experts

Favourite Team in Today’s Match

Kolkata Knight Riders are favourites to win today’s match.
Their all-round performance at home, especially spin dominance at Eden Gardens, gives them the edge. LSG’s shaky top order and over-reliance on Nicholas Pooran make them vulnerable.

KKR vs LSG Squad

Kolkata Knight Riders Squad: Quinton de Kock (wk), Ajinkya Rahane (c), Sunil Narine, 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: Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, 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

Probable Playing XI

Kolkata Knight Riders

• Quinton de Kock (wk)
• Ajinkya Rahane (c)
• Sunil Narine
• Angkrish Raghuvanshi
• Venkatesh Iyer
• Rinku Singh
• Andre Russell
• Moeen Ali
• Harshit Rana
• Vaibhav Arora
• Varun Chakaravarthy

Lucknow Super Giants

• Rishabh Pant (c & wk)
• Mitchell Marsh
• Aiden Markram
• Nicholas Pooran
• David Miller
• Ayush Badoni
• Abdul Samad
• Shardul Thakur
• Digvesh Singh Rathi
• Ravi Bishnoi
• Akash Deep

Kolkata Knight Riders T20 History

Kolkata Knight Riders have been one of the most successful IPL teams.

Matches	Wins	Losses	No Result	Tie
273	140	126	7	0

Lucknow Super Giants T20 History

Though newer to the IPL, LSG has consistently made playoffs.

Matches	Wins	Losses	No Result	Tie
44	24	19	1	0

Head-to-Head Stats

Matches	KKR Won	LSG Won	No Result
5	2	3	0

LSG hold a slight edge historically, but KKR’s recent form at Eden Gardens balances it out.

Also Check: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants Head to Head in IPL – Records, Team & Players Stats

Pitch Report – Eden Gardens, Kolkata

The Eden Gardens pitch has become a batting paradise with some assistance to spinners later in the game. Expect a high-scoring game if the teams bat smartly. Anything above 175 can be competitive.

Ground Records and Statistics – Statistical Overview – Eden Gardens

City	Kolkata
Country	India
Matches Played	95
Matches Won Batting First	39 (41.05%)
Matches Won Batting Second	56 (58.95%)
Matches Won Winning Toss	50 (52.63%)
Matches Won Losing Toss	45 (47.37%)
Highest Individual Innings	112*	R M Patidar (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)	25/05/2022 v Lucknow Super Giants
Best Bowling	5/19	S P Narine (Kolkata Knight Riders)	15/04/2012 v Punjab Kings
Highest Team Innings	262/2 (Punjab Kings)		26/04/2024 v Kolkata Knight Riders
Lowest Team Innings	49 (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)		23/04/2017 v Kolkata Knight Riders
Highest Run Chase Achieved	262/2 (Punjab Kings)		26/04/2024 v Kolkata Knight Riders
Average Runs per Wicket	27.70
Average Runs per Over	8.48
Average Score Batting First	163.28

Weather Report

• Temperature: 32°C
• Humidity: 58%
• Rain: 0% chance
• Dew Factor: Will come into play in the 2nd innings

Broadcast Details

• TV: Star Sports Network
• Live Streaming: JioCinema (Free)

Score Prediction

• If KKR bat first: 178+
• If LSG bat first: 157+

Toss Prediction

Toss Winner: Lucknow Super Giants
Decision: Bowl First (Due to Dew)

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Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.

FAQ – KKR vs LSG 21st IPL T20

Match Summary

The Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants 21st T20 IPL 2025 clash at Eden Gardens promises fireworks. KKR are coming into this match with a thumping win against SRH and are looking confident with their all-round unit. The batting lineup, anchored by Rahane and powered by Venkatesh and Rinku, looks dangerous. Meanwhile, the bowling—featuring spin wizards Varun and Narine—can suffocate any side at Eden.

LSG will hope for another explosive start from Marsh and a solid hand from Pooran. But their middle order seems fragile, and bowlers like Shardul and Bishnoi have leaked runs. Digvesh Rathi’s rise is a positive.

KKR hold a slight edge due to their home conditions and better form. Expect an engaging contest with key moments in the spin battle and powerplay overs. Fans can anticipate a thriller with big runs and brilliant bowling spells.

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