KKR vs SRH: Last Year Finalists Clash in IPL 2025 – Who Will Turn the Tide?


The  IPL 2025 season has been a tough journey for both Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), who were the finalists in IPL 2024. After three matches, both teams find themselves at the wrong end of the points table, with SRH at eighth and KKR at tenth. While both sides have only managed a single win, beating Rajasthan Royals, they will look to turn things around in this high-stakes clash.


???? A Rematch of the IPL 2024 Final

When these two teams last met, it was the IPL 2024 final. Fast forward to IPL 2025, and both KKR and SRH have encountered significant struggles. Let’s dive into the key areas where both teams are looking to bounce back.


???? KKR's Batting Woes

KKR's batting has been a major concern this season. Their opening partnership, which was explosive in 2024, now averages a paltry 15.3 with a strike rate of 100. Last year, they averaged 43.9 at a blistering strike rate of 207. Additionally, their middle order, featuring big names like Andre Russell and Rinku Singh, is also underperforming. They have a strike rate of just 117.3, struggling against short-pitched deliveries.

  • Key Stats for KKR:

    • Opening Partnership: 15.3 avg, 100 SR

    • Middle-order: 17.22 avg, 117.3 SR

    • Struggling against short balls


???? SRH's Powerplay Troubles

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), on the other hand, has been struggling in the powerplay phase with both bat and ball. Their economy rate of 11.4 in the powerplay is the highest in IPL 2025. With star bowlers like Pat Cummins and Mohammed Shami, their performance has been far from impressive. Their batting has also been inconsistent, with Abhishek Sharma unable to replicate his IPL 2024 form.

  • Key Stats for SRH:

    • Powerplay Economy: 11.4 (worst in IPL 2025)

    • Batting Inconsistencies: Abhishek Sharma struggling

    • Pace attack underperforming: Economy of 11.7


???? Big Question: Should Adam Zampa be a Regular?

Adam Zampa has been in fantastic form since 2024. His IPL stats show 76 wickets at an economy of 7.7 and a strike rate of 14.3. SRH might consider playing him more regularly in IPL 2025 to boost their spin attack. Can he deliver for SRH in this clash?

  • Zampa's IPL Stats (2024-2025):

    • 76 wickets at 7.7 economy

    • Strike Rate: 14.3

    • Especially effective between overs 7-16


????️ Eden Gardens Pitch: Will it Favor the Spinners?

The surface at Eden Gardens has been a topic of discussion. With two pitches prepared for this match, the expectation is that one of them might assist the spinners. If this happens, expect both Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy to play a key role in KKR’s attack. Will SRH’s Aniket Verma continue his domination against spin?


???? Players to Watch: Aniket Verma & Andre Russell

  • Aniket Verma (SRH): A rising star in IPL 2025, he has been hitting spinners with ease. His strike rate of 238 against spin is impressive. Will he continue his dominance?

  • Andre Russell (KKR): The big-hitting all-rounder is yet to find his form in IPL 2025. After a tough start, can he rediscover his devastating power at the death overs?


Key Match Stats

  • KKR has won 8 of the last 10 games against SRH.

  • Travis Head (SRH) has a strike rate of 206 against fast bowling.

  • Heinrich Klaasen (SRH) has a solid record against KKR’s spinners, with no dismissals from Narine in 5 innings.


Conclusion: Who Will Come Out on Top?

With both teams struggling, this IPL 2025 clash is set to be an intense battle of philosophies. Will KKR’s tactical shift, as suggested by Dwayne Bravo, give them an edge? Or will SRH’s aggressive approach, as backed by Ryan Cook, lead them to victory?

Keep an eye on this battle – the outcome could shape the rest of their IPL campaigns. ????


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