The Indian Premier League 2025’s 39th game, between the Gujarat Titans and Kolkata Knight Riders, will take place at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. With a first-inning average of 165, the pitch should be batting-friendly. KKR has struggled, winning only three of their seven games, while Gujarat Titans are now leading the table. But KKR has always had the advantage at home, so they’ll try to take advantage of the known circumstances.
IPL stats and records at Eden Gardens, Kolkata
| Matches Played | 96 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 40 |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 56 |
| Matches With No Result | 00 |
| Matches Tied | 00 |
| Average First Innings Score | 165 |
| Highest Team Total | 262 |
| Highest Total Successfully Chased | 262 |
Key Player Battles for Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans, Match 39
1. Ajinkya Rahane vs Mohammed Siraj
KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane is set to face the right-arm quick Mohammed Siraj in the upcoming clash against GT at Eden Gardens. Rahane has managed just 12 runs off 24 balls against Siraj, falling to him once – a contest that could be key in the early phases of the match.
2. Shubman Gill vs Harshit Rana
An aggressive and talented batter, Shubman Gill will take on Harshit Rana inside the powerplay—a crucial battle between two rising stars who are key weapons for their respective teams. Shubman has had the upper hand so far, scoring 19 runs off 10 balls against Harshit without being dismissed. This duel could shape the course of the match.
