IPL 2025 Match 57: KKR vs CSK Prediction – Who Will Win Today? - Reddy Anna
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In Match 57 of IPL 2025, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will host the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday, May 7, at 7:30 PM IST. This encounter is crucial for KKR, who are aiming to secure a playoff spot, while CSK, having been eliminated, will look to spoil KKR's chances.
🏟️ Eden Gardens Pitch Report
Eden Gardens has traditionally been a batting-friendly venue, with the pitch offering some assistance to pacers early on and to spinners as the game progresses. The average first innings score at this venue is around 158, with teams chasing having a slightly better win record. However, recent matches have seen teams successfully defend totals, indicating that the pitch might slow down during the latter stages of the game.
🔄 Head-to-Head Record
In their 30 encounters, CSK leads with 19 wins, while KKR has 10 victories. The most recent match between these two teams saw KKR defeating CSK by eight wickets, with CSK posting their lowest home total of 103/9.
🏏 Probable Playing XI
Kolkata Knight Riders:
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
Sunil Narine
Ajinkya Rahane (c)
Angkrish Raghuvanshi
Moeen Ali
Venkatesh Iyer
Rinku Singh
Andre Russell
Ramandeep Singh
Varun Chakravarthy
Vaibhav Arora
Chennai Super Kings:
Shaik Rasheed
Ayush Mhatre
Sam Curran
Ravindra Jadeja
Dewald Brevis
Deepak Hooda
MS Dhoni (c & wk)
Noor Ahmad
Khaleel Ahmed
Anshul Kamboj
Matheesha Pathirana
🌟 Key Players to Watch
Angkrish Raghuvanshi (KKR): With 285 runs in his last 10 innings, Raghuvanshi has been a consistent performer for KKR. His recent 44-run cameo against Rajasthan Royals showcases his form.
Varun Chakravarthy (KKR): The mystery spinner has taken 15 wickets in his last 11 matches, making him KKR's highest wicket-taker this season. His ability to exploit the pitch conditions will be crucial.
MS Dhoni (CSK): Despite CSK's struggles, Dhoni's leadership and experience remain invaluable. His recent match-winning performance against Lucknow Super Giants, scoring an unbeaten 26 off 11 balls, highlights his enduring prowess.
📝 Match Prediction
Given the current form and the conditions at Eden Gardens, the team batting first is likely to have an advantage. KKR, with their strong batting lineup and the support of home crowd, are expected to come out on top in this encounter.
📌 Fantasy Tips
Captain Picks: Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Varun Chakravarthy
Vice-Captain Picks: MS Dhoni, Andre Russell
All-Rounders: Moeen Ali, Ravindra Jadeja
Batsmen: Rinku Singh, Shaik Rasheed
Bowlers: Khaleel Ahmed, Vaibhav AroraNews9live