The 53rd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) is scheduled to take place today, May 4, 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The match is set to commence at 3:30 PM IST (3:00 PM local time in Multan, Pakistan).
The 53rd match of IPL 2025 was played between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on May 4, 2025.
KKR won the toss and elected to bat first in this crucial encounter, as they needed a win to keep their playoff hopes alive, sitting 7th on the points table with 4 wins in 10 games so far. RR, already eliminated from playoff contention, played for pride and to spoil KKR’s chances.
The pitch at Eden Gardens was expected to favor batsmen with true bounce and minimal seam movement, though spinners might get some help as the game progresses. The conditions were bright and sunny, ideal for a full match.
Earlier in the season, KKR had beaten RR by 8 wickets in Guwahati while chasing 152 runs comfortably.
The Rajasthan Royals had a tough season with injuries to key players like Sanju Samson and the absence of Jos Buttler affecting their batting depth. Their bowling also struggled due to team changes.
KKR vs RR Match Details
- Event: IPL 2025
- Teams: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals
- Date: 04 May 2025
- Time: 03:00 PM IST
- Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
IPL Live streaming
The IPL 2025 commences on March 22, 2025, and concludes on May 25, 2025. This season features 74 matches across 13 iconic stadiums in India.
The tournament includes 10 teams, divided into two groups of five. Each team plays 14 matches in the group stage, competing against teams in their group twice and against one team from the other group twice, with the remaining teams once.
- In India: Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD will broadcast all matches of the IPL 2025 live on TV. The matches will also be live-streamed on the FanCode app.
- Pakistan: Tapmad Visit the Tapmad website, download the app, and access the live match stream.
- In the United States: United States: FuboTV Sign up for a free trial, download the app or visit the website, and tune into Willow TV to watch the live match.
- In the United Kingdom: BT Sport will broadcast and livestream all matches of the IPL 2025.
- In Australia: Kayo Sports will broadcast all matches of the IPL 2025 live on TV. The matches will also be live-streamed on the Foxtel Go app.
- In New Zealand: Sky Sports NZ will stream all matches of the IPL 2025 live on TV. The matches will also be live-streamed on the Sky Go app.
- In the Caribbean: SportsMax TV will provide live coverage for the IPL 2025.
How to Watch the Match for Free:
Tapmad APP, a streaming service in Pakistan, has secured the rights to broadcast IPL matches until 2027. They offer free streaming of the matches, making it accessible to cricket fans across the country.
Live Streaming Link: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals
Score coverage of the Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals 53rd Match, and updates may be available below.
Live Score Link: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals
Probable Playing XI:
Rajasthan Royals: Sanju Samson (c), Shubham Dubey, Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Jofra Archer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Tushar Deshpande, Fazalhaq Farooqi.
Kolkata Knight Riders: Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rinku Singh, Quinton de Kock, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Anrich Nortje, Venkatesh Iyer, Moeen Ali, Varun Chakaravarthy
FAQs
When and where is the KKR vs RR match being played?
The match is on May 4, 2025, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, starting at 3:30 PM IST.
Who won the toss and what was the decision?
KKR won the toss and chose to bat first.
What is the pitch and weather condition like at Eden Gardens?
The pitch favors batters with consistent bounce and pace due to a thick grass layer. Early assistance is available for seamers with swing during the powerplay, but spinners may find little help. Short boundaries and true bounce suggest a high-scoring game.
What is the head-to-head record between KKR and RR?
They have played 31 IPL matches; KKR leads with 15 wins, RR has 14, and 2 matches ended with no result. RR has won both Super Overs between these teams.
Where can I watch or stream the match live?
The match is broadcast live on Star Sports Network and can be streamed online via JioCinema