IPL 2025 Match 39: KKR vs GT Preview, Pitch & Weather Report, Predicted XI, Dream11 Team, & Live Streaming Details

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans – Match 39, IPL 2025

Date: April 21, Monday
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Time: 7:00 PM PST | 02:00 PM GMT | 07:30 PM LOCAL

IPL 2025 Match 39 Preview

The Kolkata Knight Riders return to the Eden Gardens with more than just redemption on their minds. Their last match was a disaster as they crumbled for just 95 runs chasing 112 against Punjab Kings in Mullanpur. With that loss, the road to the playoffs has become steeper — they now must win five out of their last seven games to stay in contention. However, a silver lining emerges in the form of Abhishek Nayar, who rejoins the franchise after a brief stint away. His return could bring much-needed calm and tactical clarity to Rahane’s struggling unit.

In contrast, the Gujarat Titans have been absolutely flying. They sit comfortably at the top of the table and are coming off a thrilling chase against Delhi Capitals. The game at Ahmedabad saw Jos Buttler smash an unbeaten 97*, guiding his team to a memorable chase of 204 with four balls to spare. With strong performances from both their top and middle order, GT have become a well-rounded threat this season.

As KKR look to turn their season around and GT aim to further tighten their grip on the top, fans are in for a clash that could swing the momentum of the league.

Pitch & Weather Report – Eden Gardens, Kolkata

The surface at Eden Gardens traditionally supports batting-friendly conditions but often provides spin and bounce for slower bowlers. Seamers might find movement early under cloudy skies.

• Average 1st Innings Score: 180+
• Toss Prediction: Teams might prefer to bat first and set a target
• Key for Bowlers: Use of variations, especially in the middle overs

Weather Forecast:

• Condition: Cloudy
• Temperature: 28.3°C
• Humidity: 85%
• Rain Threat: Low, but dew factor expected

Probable Playing XIs

Kolkata Knight Riders:

Quinton de Kock (wk), Rinku Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Venkatesh Iyer, Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana, Anrich Nortje

Gujarat Titans:

Jos Buttler (wk), Shubman Gill (C), Sai Sudharsan, Sherfane Rutherford, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, R Sai Kishore, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj

Dream11 KKR vs GT Fantasy XI

Wicketkeepers:

• Jos Buttler (C)
• Quinton de Kock

Batters:

• Shubman Gill
• Rinku Singh
• Ajinkya Rahane

All-rounders:

• Andre Russell (VC)
• Sunil Narine
• Rahul Tewatia

Bowlers:

• Rashid Khan
• Prasidh Krishna
• Varun Chakravarthy

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