Published on: Apr 21, 2025 10:44 am IST | Updated on: Apr 21, 2025 10:44 am IST
After knocking Delhi Capitals off the top spot in the points table, Gujarat Titans now face their next challenge: the reigning champions, Kolkata Knight Riders. The stage is set for an exciting showdown at the legendary Eden Gardens in Kolkata, as the two teams gear up for match 39 of the Tata IPL 2025. Let’s go deep into this post and find out KKR vs GT IPL prediction and some free expert tips along with cricket tips to help you bet better in this game.
At home, the reigning champions, Kolkata Knight Riders, have always been a tough side to beat. Therefore, the Kolkata Knight Riders have a better chance of winning the KKR vs GT Match 39 of Tata IPL 2025.
GT: 45% win chance KKR: 55% win chance
The stage is set for an electrifying clash at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, as KKR and GT lock horns in Match 39 of the Tata IPL 2025. The Knight Riders, reigning champions, have had a rollercoaster tournament so far, with three wins from seven games. Their recent loss to Punjab Kings exposed vulnerabilities in their batting lineup, and Ajinkya Rahane’s side will need to regroup quickly to stay in contention. Players like Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine will be key with the ball, while Rinku Singh and Andre Russell must step up with the bat.
On the other hand, the Gujarat Titans are riding high, sitting comfortably at the top of the points table with five wins from seven matches. Their recent victory against Delhi Capitals showcased their batting prowess, with Jos Buttler’s unbeaten 97 stealing the show. With consistent performances from Sai Sudharsan and Rashid Khan, GT looks poised to consolidate their lead further.
For IPL Prediction and Free expert tips, consider the Eden Gardens pitch, which favors both batters and spinners. GT’s form makes them favorites, but KKR’s home advantage could level the playing field. Stay tuned for cricket tips and insights as the action unfolds!
As per Stake.com, the hosts Kolkata Knight Riders have a better probability of winning the KKR vs GT IPL Prediction match. Check the win probability of the two teams below.
Now let’s move ahead and check how the players are expected to perform.
Sai Sudharsan has been the man in form for Gujarat Titans this season. Being the leading run-getter for GT this season, Sudharsan is fresh off a fifty in the last game and you can bet on him to score above 31.5. BET at: 1.83
Jos Buttler scored an unbeaten 97 in the last game and has scored the second most runs this season for GT after Sai Sudharsan. He is another safe bet in this game among the batters. BET at: 1.83
Ajinkya Rahane is the leading run-getter for KKR this season and has scored 3 fifties at this venue in as many games this season. Therefore, you can take a bet on Rahne to score above 22.5. BET at: 1.83
Known for his ultimate risk-taking ability at the top with the bat, Sunil Narine can often be a hit-and-miss bet. Therefore, when it comes to Sunil Narine, you can bet at your own risk. BET at: 1.83
Despite not bowling with the new ball this season, Prasidh Krishna has been exceptional. Fresh off a 4-fer from the last game, Krishna has possession of the Purple Cap with 14 wickets from 7 matches. He is one safe bet among the bowlers. BET at: 6.50
Varun Chakravarthy likes to bowl at the Eden and is currently the leading wicket taker for KKR with 11 scalps from 7 games. He can be a great bet to be the best bowler of the match. BET at: 6.50
Gujarat Titans batters, especially the top 3, are more of boundary hitters. However, you can take a risk on KKR and get great returns as KKR batters are nowhere short in hitting boundaries.
KKR boasts power hitters in their lineup, namely Sunil Narine, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, and Ramandeep Singh. Therefore, their odds in hitting sixes won’t give you great returns compared to GT batters, who are more of boundary hitters.
Matches Played: 4 GT won: 2 GT won: 1 No Result: 0
Only four meetings have taken place between these two sides in IPL history. Out of the 4 contests, 2 have been won by GT, whereas, KKR has won once. KKR’s only win came in the 2023 season by 7 wickets, whereas their last meeting in the 2024 season was a no-result.
How the two teams, i.e., Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders, expected to fare in IPL 2025 Match no. 39? Let’s take a look.
Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Sherfane Rutherford, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Arshad Khan, Rashid Khan, Ravi Sai Kishore, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna IMPACT PLAYERS: Washington Sundar, Ishant Sharma
Q de Kock (wk), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Venkatesh Iyer, Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana, Anrich Nortje IMPACT PLAYERS: Vaibhav Arora
The Eden Gardens pitch has been unpredictable this season, leaving Kolkata Knight Riders uncertain about its nature. It could favor spin, as seen in their match against Hyderabad, where spinners like Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine thrived. Alternatively, it might resemble the surface from their clash against Lucknow Super Giants, where spin proved ineffective. Gujarat Titans, with Rashid Khan and Sai Kishore (if he gets to bowl enough overs) in their arsenal, might prefer a spin-friendly wicket. If not, expect a flat pitch that supports batters and pacers, leading to high-scoring encounters.
The weather in Kolkata for the match is expected to be warm and humid during the day, with temperatures reaching up to 37°C. By the evening, when the game begins, the temperature will drop to a more comfortable 28°C. The skies are predicted to be clear, with a gentle breeze providing relief. Importantly, there is no forecast of rain, ensuring uninterrupted play.
With this being one of the finest batting strips in the IPL, expect the team winning the toss to chase as having a target set while batting helps a lot with clarity of thought.
The online live streaming of the IPL 2025 Match-39 between Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals will take place live on the JioHotstar App. TV viewers can watch the match on Star Sports Network.
Although Gujarat Titans take the pole position on the points table with 5 wins from 7 games, writing off the reigning champions, Kolkata Knight Riders, could be a risky thought, especially when they are playing at home. Therefore, based on the IPL prediction and free expert tips we have provided in this post, we are backing the Kolkata Knight Riders to win their 4th game of the season.