KKR vs RR IPL 2024 Match Prediction: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face off against the Men In Pink- Rajasthan Royals (RR), in the 31st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) season 2024 slated to take place at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on April 16 (Tuesday). RR are leading the IPL 2024 points table with KKR trailing them on the second spot. So it will be the battle between the best of the IPL 2024.
Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals have won five out of the six matches that they have played and KKR, on the other hand, have played five matches and won four of them. KKR won their last match at the Eden Gardens against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) quite convincingly.
Recent Form Of KKR And RR In IPL 2024
RR have been putting up excellent all-round performances in IPL 2024. Their opener Yashasvi Jaiswal coming back in form is the last piece of puzzle that they would feel is solved. RR's batting order, helped by consistent performances by their skipper Sanju Samson, and Riyan Parag, look like one of the best in the IPL 2024 season so far. Their bowling unit, spearheaded by the purple cap holder Yuzvendra Chahal, Trent Boult and Avesh Khan, has been top-notch, contributing significantly to the team's victories.
KKR, on the other hand, have benefited heavily by Sunil Narine's ability to get the team off to flier starts with the bat. Phil Salt’s good form adds to their batting prowess. In terms of bowling, Sunil Narine has been very miserly, giving very little to the opposition batter in the middle overs and Mitchell Starc's recent good outing will have KKR confident in limiting the batting strength of the Rajasthan Royals.
KKR vs RR Head To Head IPL History
In their IPL encounters, KKR and RR have squared off 28 times, with Kolkata holding a narrow advantage, clinching victory in 14 matches compared to Rajasthan's 13. Specifically at the iconic Eden Gardens Stadium, KKR's home ground, the hosts have displayed dominance by securing wins in 6 out of 10 encounters against RR.
KKR vs RR Pitch Report
Traditionally, the pitch at Eden Gardens has been favorable to batters, providing a reliable pace and bounce conducive to aggressive stroke-making. However, as the tournament progresses, the surface tends to slow down, bringing spinners into play. The last match that unfolded at this venue resulted in KKR chasing 162 in just 15.4 overs, thanks to Phil Salt’s unbeaten 47-ball 89.
KKR vs RR Match Prediction- Who Will Win Today’s Match?
While both teams have been excellent in IPL 2024, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have more chances in their favor to win the KKR vs RR game as they have the home advantage and their openers’ fine form will definitely give them an edge over Rajasthan Royals.