KKR vs GT Match Preview
The 39th match of IPL 2025 is expected to be a high-voltage showdown as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) host Gujarat Titans (GT) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Monday, 21st April 2025. With both teams eyeing crucial points to solidify their positions on the table, fans can expect a fiery contest. Indibet brings you expert predictions, secure match insights, live updates, and fantasy tips ahead of this thriller.
Match Details
| Factor | Details |
| Series | Indian Premier League 2025 (IPL 2025) |
| Match | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans, Match 39 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Date & Time | Monday, 21 April 2025, 7:30 PM IST |
| TV Channel | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioCinema App & Website |
KKR vs GT Head-to-Head Records
| Teams | Matches Won |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 1 |
| Gujarat Titans | 2 |
🏏 First Played: April 23, 2022 (GT win)
🏏 Last Played: May 20, 2024 (GT win)
Weather & Pitch Report
| Factor | Details |
| Temperature | Around 27–29°C |
| Weather | Mostly clear with a slight chance of rain |
| Pitch Behavior | Flat deck early, assists spinners as match progresses |
| Best Suited To | Batting first; spin key in second innings |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 170–180 |
| Winning % (Bat First vs Field First) | 54% – 46% |
Toss Prediction
At Eden Gardens, the toss can heavily impact the outcome. The team winning the toss is likely to field first, taking advantage of evening dew and better chasing conditions under lights.
KKR vs GT Squads
Kolkata Knight Riders Squad
| Player | Role |
| Quinton de Kock (wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Sunil Narine | All-rounder |
| Ajinkya Rahane (C) | Batter |
| Venkatesh Iyer | All-rounder |
| Rinku Singh | Batter |
| Andre Russell | All-rounder |
| Ramandeep Singh | Batter |
| Harshit Rana | Bowler |
| Vaibhav Arora | Bowler |
| Anrich Nortje | Bowler |
| Varun Chakaravarthy | Spinner |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | Batter |
Gujarat Titans Squad
| Player | Role |
| Sai Sudharsan | Batter |
| Shubman Gill (C) | Batter |
| Jos Buttler (wk) | Wicketkeeper-Batter |
| Shahrukh Khan | Batter |
| Rahul Tewatia | All-rounder |
| Rashid Khan | All-rounder |
| Arshad Khan | Bowler |
| R Sai Kishore | Spinner |
| Prasidh Krishna | Bowler |
| Mohammed Siraj | Bowler |
| Ishant Sharma | Bowler |
KKR vs GT Dream11 Prediction Playing 11
Kolkata Knight Riders Playing 11
Quinton de Kock (wk), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Vaibhav Arora, Anrich Nortje, Varun Chakaravarthy
Gujarat Titans Playing 11
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (wk), Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Arshad Khan, R Sai Kishore, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj, Ishant Sharma
KKR vs GT Impact Players for Dream11
| Team | Impact Player | Performance Highlights |
| KKR | Andre Russell | Match-winner with both bat and ball |
| KKR | Varun Chakaravarthy | Mystery spinner, effective at Eden |
| GT | Jos Buttler | Destructive opener, in fine form |
| GT | Rashid Khan | Key in middle overs with ball and handy with bat |
🏏 KKR vs GT Dream11 Fantasy Team Lineup
| Role | Players |
| Wicketkeepers | Quinton de Kock, Jos Buttler (VC) |
| Batters | Shubman Gill (C), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh |
| All-Rounders | Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Rahul Tewatia |
| Bowlers | Rashid Khan, Varun Chakaravarthy, Prasidh Krishna |
Today’s Match Prediction: Who Will Win KKR vs GT IPL 2025?
📌 Indibet Match Prediction:
While Gujarat Titans lead the points table and have shown consistency, Kolkata Knight Riders have home advantage and a dynamic squad capable of big turnarounds. Their recent changes and the spin-friendly surface could give them the edge.
📊 Winning Probability by Indibet Analysis
| Team | Winning Chance |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 52% |
| Gujarat Titans | 48% |
Key Players To Watch in Today’s Match
| Player | Team | Reason |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | KKR | Young talent, explosive top-order hitter |
| Harshit Rana | KKR | Consistent pacer with new ball |
| Jos Buttler | GT | Destructive striker, key powerplay asset |
| Prasidh Krishna | GT | Bounce specialist, ideal for Eden pitch |
Final Thoughts from Indibet
It’s a tight contest on the cards in Kolkata. KKR will look to leverage home advantage and spin depth, while GT will depend on their top-order power and Rashid Khan’s spin magic. Whether you’re making your Dream11 teams or just catching the action, stay tuned to Indibet for live coverage, predictions, and fantasy cricket insights throughout IPL 2025.
