IPL 2024: KKR faces SRH in the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League on Saturday at 7:30 pm Indian time at Eden Gardens stadium
The 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will witness the two-time champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), facing off against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their opening match at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday.
Under the leadership of the returning Shreyas Iyer, KKR aims for a resurgence after failing to secure playoff berths in the 2023 season.
On the other hand, SRH boasts a formidable lineup of international players, with new captain Pat Cummins expected to lead the team to success.
KKR vs SRH head-to-head records
Here’s a comprehensive look at the head-to-head numbers and statistics ahead of the Kolkata Knight Riders versus Sunrisers Hyderabad clash on Saturday:_
In their IPL confrontations, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have proven their dominance over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) with 15 victories out of 25 matches played.
However, SRH has shown resilience, securing 9 wins, including a memorable 23-run triumph in their last encounter at the Eden Gardens in 2023. Despite KKR’s overall commendable record at their fortress, Eden Gardens, boasting 47 wins out of 81 matches, they suffered a narrow defeat against LSG in their recent outing.
Key players like David Warner and Nitish Rana have been pivotal in run-scoring, while bowlers Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Andre Russell have showcased their prowess in wicket-taking. Rashid Khan’s spin wizardry has also left a significant impact on the matchups.
With each team aiming for supremacy, the clash between KKR and SRH promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with both sides eager to etch their mark in IPL history once again.
KKR vs SRH pitch reports
Throughout history, Eden Gardens has been the stage for some thrilling contests between bat and ball. Traditionally, winning captains have opted to bowl first upon winning the toss. With a trio of spinners in their lineup, KKR is poised as the favored side, counting on the prowess of players like CV Varun and Suyash Sharma to deliver stellar performances once again.
Additionally, Umran Malik will find support with the new ball, alongside the newly acquired KKR pacer, Mitchell Starc.
