KKR vs LSG Dream11 Team Prediction: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 rolls into its 21st clash as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on April 8.
After a rocky start, defending champions KKR have found momentum with a strong win against LSG. On the other hand, LSG have been inconsistent but carry firepower in both departments.
Fantasy Cricket fans can expect a thriller at Eden Gardens. Let’s check the KKR vs LSG Dream11 Team Prediction, probable playing XI, weather updates, pitch insights, and best fantasy picks.
KKR vs LSG Dream11 Team Prediction
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| Role | Players |
|---|---|
| Wicketkeeper | Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran |
| Batsmen | Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Aiden Markram |
| All-rounders | Andre Russell, Mitchell Marsh, Moeen Ali |
| Bowlers | Shardul Thakur, Varun Chakravarthy, Digvesh Singh Rathi |
Captain: Andre Russell
Vice-Captain: Nicholas Pooran
Grand League Picks: Quinton de Kock, Sunil Narine (High Risk, High Reward)
Value Picks: Shardul Thakur, Moeen Ali
Best Tip: Pick Nicholas Pooran – consistent at Eden Gardens, strong against spin.
KKR vs LSG Pitch & Weather Report – Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Pitch Report – Eden Gardens
- Balanced track, spinners get grip, pacers with cutters get assistance
- The batting surface is in the first 10 overs, but it becomes slower as the innings progress
- Ideal score: 180+
Dew Factor: Moderate; may affect bowlers in second innings
Pacers vs Spinners: Wrist spinners and cutters work well; Narine & Varun are always key picks
Venue Stats – IPL at Eden Gardens
| Stat | Details |
|---|---|
| Total IPL Matches | 84 |
| Matches Won (Bat First) | 34 |
| Matches Won (Bat Second) | 50 |
| Avg 1st Innings Score | 174 |
| Highest Team Score | 235/4 (KKR) |
| Lowest Team Score | 49 (RCB) |
| Most Runs at Venue | Robin Uthappa – 1380 runs |
| Most Wickets at Venue | Sunil Narine has 65 wickets |
Weather Report – Kolkata on April 8
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 31-34°C |
| Humidity | 60-65% |
| Rain | 0% chance |
| Wind Speed | 12-18 km/h |
| Dew Factor | Moderate to High |
Toss Prediction: The Team winning the toss may prefer bowling first due to a slight dew advantage.
Who Will Win Today’s IPL Match?
KKR vs LSG Match Prediction: KKR’s depth in all departments and home advantage give them the edge. LSG need a big effort from Pooran & Marsh to pull an upset.
Prediction: Kolkata Knight Riders to win (advantage due to form & conditions)
KKR vs LSG Key Fantasy Picks of Match 21
| Player | Why Pick Them |
|---|---|
| Andre Russell | Top all-rounder, big hitter and handy bowler at Eden Gardens |
| Mitchell Marsh | In form, he can change the game with the bat in top order |
| Venkatesh Iyer | Scored 60 off 29 in the last game, striking well at No. 4 |
| Nicholas Pooran | Proven record at Eden, with 100+ fantasy points in 2 recent games |
| Vaibhav Arora | Wicket-taking with the new ball has an impact in powerplay |
| Varun Chakravarthy | Mystery spinner, vital on Kolkata surface |
| Rinku Singh | It’s a solid finisher, strong recent form with a strike rate of 180+ |
Also Read – KKR vs LSG Head-to-Head record in IPL
KKR vs LSG Predicted Playing XI
Kolkata Knight Riders Predicted Playing XI:
Quinton de Kock (wk), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Moeen Ali, Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy, Vaibhav Arora.
Impact Player: Angkrish Raghuvanshi
Lucknow Super Giants Predicted Playing XI:
Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Ayush Badoni, David Miller, Abdul Samad, Shardul Thakur, Digvesh Singh Rathi, Akash Deep, Avesh Khan.
Impact Player: Ravi Bishnoi
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