IPL 2024: Qualifier 1, KKR vs SRH Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match between KKR vs SRH?

In this article, we’ll analyze the match prediction for KKR vs SRH. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are all set to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their upcoming game of the ongoing IPL 2024. Both sides will lock horns in Qualifier 1 of the tournament at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, May 21. KKR became the first side to qualify for the playoffs of the tournament, and they will aim to register yet another win to place themselves in the finals of this season.

On the other hand, SRH became the third team to qualify for the playoffs. The Pat Cummins-led side registered a four-wicket victory in their final league match against Punjab Kings. This win propelled their position to second place in the standings, enabling them to compete in the Qualifiers against the table-toppers, KKR.

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KKR vs SRH Match Details 

Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report:

The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium provides a balanced challenge for both batters and fast bowlers. While the surface offers assistance to batters, allowing them to score freely, it also provides pace and bounce for the pacers. Interestingly, in the last five games played here, teams that have chosen to chase have emerged victorious on all occasions. The team winning the toss in the upcoming match is likely to opt to field first.

Also check: KKR vs SRH Live Score, Qualifier 1

KKR vs SRH Head-to-Head Record

KKR vs SRH Probable Playing XIs

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):

Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer, Shreyas Iyer (c), Nitish Rana, Andre Russell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Mitchell Starc, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy

Impact Player- Vaibhav Arora

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):

Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Nitish Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Sanvir Singh, Pat Cummins (C), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, Mayank Markande

Impact Player–  T Natarajan

KKR vs SRH Probable Best Players of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Travis Head

Travis Head could be the best batter in the upcoming game against KKR. With 533 runs in his last 12 matches, Head has been responsible for the solid starts that SRH have been getting off to, and his performance could propel SRH to yet another win in this crucial match.

Probable Best Bowler: Varun Chakravarthy

Varun Chakravarthy could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against SRH. The 32-year-old has been one of the best bowlers of the IPL 2024, with 18 wickets in his last 13 matches, Chakravarthy’s spell could prove crucial to KKR’s success in the upcoming game.

Today’s Match Prediction: Kolkata Knight Riders to win the match

Scenario 1  

Kolkata Knight Riders win the toss and opt to bowl.

Power Play score: 70-80

First Innings Score: 210-220

Kolkata Knight Riders win the match.

Scenario 2

Sunrisers Hyderabad win the toss and opt to bowl. 

Power Play score: 80-90

First Innings Score: 220-230

Kolkata Knight Riders win the match.

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.