IPL 2025, KKR vs RR Dream11 prediction: IPL fantasy cricket tips, Dream11 team today, playing XI and pitch report for Match 53 of IPL 2025

IPL 2025, KKR vs RR Dream11 Prediction for today’s match: The IPL 2025 53rd match will be played at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday, May 4th. It will be a showdown between Sanju Samson's Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Ajinkya Rahane's Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 53rd match of the ongoing edition. Scheduled for Sunday, this exciting KKR vs RR clash will begin at 3:30 PM IST.

Right now, Rajasthan Royals (RR) is in the eight position with 6 points to their tally and a net run rate of -0.780 followed by Kolkata Knight Riders who are in seventh position with 9 points and a net run rate of +0.271. In their last between, the Kolkata Knight Riders won by 8 wickets.

This match holds great importance in the ongoing season of the Indian Premier League 2025, especially for KKR, who are still fighting to stay in the playoff race.

IPL 2025 Match Preview: KKR vs RR

• Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals, Match 53, IPL 2025
• Date: Sunday, May 04, 2025
• Time: 3:30 PM IST
• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
• Live Telecast: Star Sports Network
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar

KKR’s Position and Form

Defending champions KKR are struggling this season, currently placed seventh on the points table. Out of 10 matches, they have won only 4 so far. As the playoffs approach, KKR cannot afford any more slip-ups.

In their previous game, the Knights edged out Delhi Capitals by 14 runs. They posted a strong total of 204/9, and even though Delhi fought hard, they fell short, managing only 190/4 in their chase.

RR’s Situation in IPL 2025

For the Rajasthan Royals, the story is more disappointing. After losing to Mumbai Indians in a one-sided game, RR have officially crashed out of the playoff race. Chasing a huge target of 218, RR were bowled out for just 117. This was their eighth loss in 11 matches.

Despite being knocked out, RR can still spoil the party for other teams like KKR, and they’ll be playing for pride.

KKR vs RR Head-to-Head Record in IPL

Here’s a look at the KKR vs RR head-to-head stats in the Indian Premier League:

• Total Matches Played: 30
• KKR Wins: 15
• RR Wins: 12
• Tied: 2
• No Result: 1
• Last Match Result: KKR beat RR by 8 wickets (March 2025)

KKR vs RR at Eden Gardens

• Total Matches: 10
• KKR Wins: 6
• RR Wins: 4
• Last Result: RR won by 2 wickets (April 2024)

KKR’s Overall Record at Eden Gardens

• Matches Played: 93
• Won: 53
• Lost: 39
• No Result: 1
• Highest Score: 262/2 by PBKS (April 2024)
• Lowest Score: 49/10 by RCB (April 2017)

Eden Gardens Pitch Report for IPL 2025

The pitch at Eden Gardens has always been a batting-friendly surface, and the 2025 season has followed that trend. Short boundaries and a flat wicket make it easier for batsmen to score big.

In the most recent match at the venue, Punjab Kings scored 201 runs, and KKR were at 7/0 before rain stopped the game. Expect another high-scoring contest in today’s KKR vs RR IPL 2025 match.

Toss Factor: Bat or Bowl First?

Teams have preferred to chase at Eden Gardens. Out of 98 IPL matches played here, teams batting second have won 56 times, while teams batting first won 41 times. So, the team winning the toss may opt to bowl first.

Weather Report for KKR vs RR Match

On Sunday, Kolkata's temperature is expected to be around the mid-30s Celsius in the afternoon. While Accuweather predicts a chance of rain in the morning, the skies are likely to clear by the afternoon.

• Rain Chance After 3 PM IST: Below 30%
• Temperature Drop Expected: During the evening

KKR vs RR Dream11 Prediction Today: Fantasy Tips for IPL 2025

Here are some fantasy cricket tips and a Dream11 prediction for today’s match:

KKR vs RR Dream11 Prediction Today Match 53 Playing XI | Credit: Dream11

KKR vs RR Dream11 Fantasy Team Picks

• Wicket Keeper: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
• Batters: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ajinkya Rahane, Shimron Hetmyer, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Vaibhav Suryavanshi
• All-Rounders: Andre Russel, Sunil Narine, Riyan Parag
• Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Varun Chakaravarthy, V Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana
• Captain: Sunil Narine
• Vice Captain: Ajinkya Rahane

Here are the expected playing Xi for both teams:

Kolkata Knight Riders predicted XI

Batting 1st: Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Rinku Singh, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Andre Russell, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Rovman Powell, Vaibhav Arora.

Bowling 1st: Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rinku Singh, Rovman Powell, Andre Russell, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Chetan Sakariya, Vaibhav Arora.

Impact Player options: Anukul Roy, Mayank Markande.

Rajasthan Royals predicted XI

Batting XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag (c), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shubham Dubey, Jofra Archer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Akash Madhwal, Maheesh Theekshana.

Bowling XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag (c), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nitish Rana, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Wanindu Hasaranga, Fazalhaq Farooqui, Jofra Archer, Akash Madhwal, Maheesh Theekshana.

Impact Player Options: Kwena Maphaka, Kumar Kartikeya.

Match Prediction: Who Will Win Today – KKR or RR?

Considering the current form, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) appear to be the stronger side going into this contest:

• Current Momentum: KKR are still in the playoff race and will be desperate for a win, having defeated Delhi Capitals in their previous game. Their fighting spirit is high.
• Home Advantage: The match is at Eden Gardens, where KKR have a strong record with 53 wins out of 93 matches. They're well-versed with the conditions.
• Head-to-Head: KKR lead the overall head-to-head against RR with 15 wins in 30 matches.
• Pitch Favouring Batters: The Eden Gardens pitch suits power-hitters, and KKR have a strong batting line-up that can take full advantage.
• RR’s Form: Rajasthan Royals are already out of playoff contention and have lost 8 of their 11 matches. Their morale may be low, and their last game was a huge 100+ run loss.

? Prediction: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are more likely to win today’s IPL 2025 match against Rajasthan Royals (RR).

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals full Squads

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

RR squad: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Riyan Parag (c), Nitish Rana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dhruv Jurel(wk), Shubham Dubey, Shimron Hetmyer, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Kunal Singh Rathore, Akash Madhwal, Kumar Kartikeya, Kwena Maphaka, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Ashok Sharma, Vaibhav Suryavanshi.

KKR vs RR: Dream 11 Fantasy Cricket Details

• Captain makes twice(2 X) the points earned.
• Vice Captain makes (1.5 times) the points earned
• The batsman makes 1 point on every 2 runs scored.
• The bowler makes 10 points on every wicket taken.
• The fielder gets 4 points on every catch.
• The keeper gets 6 points on stumping.
• Special bonus points are also there on greater strike rates, boundaries, half-centuries, or centuries for batsmen.
• Similarly, bonus points are on better economic rates, maidens for a bowler, runouts, etc.

FAQs – IPL 2025, KKR vs RR

Q. Where can I watch the IPL 2025 KKR vs RR match live on TV?

A. The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network.

Q. What time will the toss take place for the KKR vs RR match?

A. The toss will take place at 3:00 PM IST.

Q. What time does the KKR vs RR match start today?

A. The match begins at 3:30 PM IST.

Q. Where can I watch the KKR vs RR IPL 2025 match online?

A. You can live stream the match on the JioHotstar app and website.