Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face each other in the 15th match of IPL 2025 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. After 313 days since their IPL 2024 final in Chennai, they will meet again in what promises to be an intense contest.

The IPL caravan returns to Kolkata, where KKR lost their tournament opener to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on March 22. Now, they seek redemption in front of their home crowd.

KKR’s Dominance Over SRH

KKR dominated SRH last season. They won all three encounters, including Qualifier 1 and the final. As a result, they secured their third IPL title and their first since 2014.

Heading into IPL 2025, both teams want to build momentum. However, they have struggled so far, with just one win in their first three matches.

KKR and SRH’s Performance in IPL 2025

KKR had a shaky start. They lost to RCB in their opener but bounced back with a strong win over Rajasthan Royals. However, they suffered a heavy defeat against Mumbai Indians in their third game.

Meanwhile, SRH began their campaign on a high. They crushed Rajasthan Royals by 44 runs after setting a massive 286-run total. However, their form dipped as they lost their next two games to Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals.

Head-to-Head Record

Historically, KKR has dominated SRH in IPL matches. Out of 28 encounters, KKR has won 19, while SRH has managed only 9 victories. Furthermore, KKR has won the last four meetings and has lost just once in the last five.

Additionally, KKR has been dominant at Eden Gardens. They have won 7 out of 10 games at this venue, while SRH has won only 3.

What to Expect?

KKR will aim to continue their dominance over SRH. On the other hand, SRH will look to break their losing streak and turn the tables. Given their past encounters, this promises to be an exciting battle at Eden Gardens.

Squads

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Aniket Verma, Heinrich Klaasen (w), Abhinav Manohar, Pat Cummins (c), Wiaan Mulder, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Shami, Zeeshan Ansari, Adam Zampa, Sachin Baby, Eshan Malinga, Simarjeet Singh, Jaydev Unadkat, Kamindu Mendis, Rahul Chahar, Atharva Taide

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): Quinton de Kock (w), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Manish Pandey, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Spencer Johnson, Varun Chakaravarthy, Anrich Nortje, Vaibhav Arora, Anukul Roy, Luvnith Sisodia, Moeen Ali, Rovman Powell, Mayank Markande, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Chetan Sakariya

KKR will count on their home advantage, while SRH will fight to reverse the tide. Fans can expect a thrilling showdown!