Shreyas Iyer will lead the Kolkata Knight Riders against Aiden Markram’s Sunrisers Hyderabad in the first clash of the 2024 IPL season. The match, scheduled for March 23 (Saturday) at 7:30 pm IST, will unfold at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
Kolkata Knight Riders:
- Kolkata Knight Riders have encountered mixed fortunes at Eden Gardens, winning only two of their last six matches.
- Last season, KKR commenced their campaign with a defeat against Punjab Kings, eventually finishing seventh in the league stage.
- The return of Shreyas Iyer marks a new era for KKR, aiming for redemption after a lackluster 2023 IPL campaign.
Sunrisers Hyderabad:
- Sunrisers Hyderabad look to bounce back from a disappointing 2023 season, finishing at the bottom with only four wins.
- In their previous season opener, Sunrisers suffered a heavy defeat against Rajasthan Royals.
Head to Head:
- KKR and SH share an even head-to-head record, each winning 16 matches.
- Both teams have displayed similar average runs, with SH holding a slight edge in batting 1st wins.
Betting Tips:
- KKR’s formidable batting lineup, featuring Jason Roy and Rinku Singh, positions them as favorites against SH.
- The addition of Mitchell Starc bolsters KKR’s bowling attack, presenting a significant threat to SH.
- Despite KKR’s dominance, SH will seek inspiration from their victory against KKR in their last encounter at Eden Gardens.
Top Players to Watch:
- Mitchell Starc (KKR): Starc’s lethal bowling could prove decisive for KKR, given his track record of success in India.
- Heinrich Klaasen (SH): Klaasen’s explosive batting will be crucial for SH’s chances, following his impressive performances in the previous IPL season.
Recent Form:
- KKR: WWLWL
- SH: WLLLL
Weather Forecast: Kolkata
- Expect sunny weather with temperatures reaching up to 36 degrees Celsius, with a slight chance of rain and high humidity levels.
Pitch Report: Eden Gardens
- Eden Gardens offers a balanced pitch conducive to both batsmen and bowlers, promising an exciting contest.
Probable Playing XIs:
Kolkata Knight Riders: Jason Roy, Venkatesh Iyer, Shreyas Iyer (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Rinku Singh, Nitish Rana, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Mitchell Starc, Varun Chakravarthy, Vaibhav Arora.
Sunrisers Hyderabad: Mayank Agarwal, Travis Head, Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram (c), Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Upendra Yadav, Pat Cummins, Washington Sundar, Umran Malik, Thangarasu Natarajan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
Conclusion:
- While KKR holds the upper hand, SH will look to spring a surprise and start their campaign on a positive note.
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