IPL 2025: KKR and SRH Clash in Final League Match

The Kolkata Knight Riders will clash with the Sunrisers Hyderabad in their final league match of IPL 2025 in Delhi. Both teams, already out of playoff contention, aim to finish the season strong. SRH has shown recent form, winning three of their last four matches, while KKR seeks to improve after a challenging season. Key players like Eshan Malinga and Venkatesh Iyer are set to make an impact. With several records and milestones on the line, this match promises to be an exciting conclusion to the league. Don't miss the action!

By Narendra Chaudhary May 24, 2025, 20:23 IST

Final League Match Preview: KKR vs SRH

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are set to take on the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their concluding league match of IPL 2025, taking place in Delhi. Both teams have already been eliminated from playoff contention, but a win could help them secure a better position on the points table, with KKR aiming for fifth place and SRH for sixth. Each team is eager to finish the season on a high note.

Recent Form and Key Players

SRH has shown impressive form lately, winning three of their last four matches, including convincing victories over RCB and LSG. Eshan Malinga has emerged as a standout player, claiming 10 wickets in six matches after being acquired for INR 1.2 crore, contributing significantly with both bat and ball. Despite losing their last five encounters against KKR, SRH is determined to turn the tide in this match.

KKR's Challenges and Player Updates

KKR has not played a complete match in the last 17 days, and their middle-order batting has struggled this season. Venkatesh Iyer and Ramandeep Singh have not performed well, while Andre Russell and Rinku Singh found form late in the season. KKR has recorded the lowest run rate during overs 7-16 and will aim to improve this in their final game. Rovman Powell and Moeen Ali will miss the match, but Venkatesh Iyer may return if fit, and Luvnith Sisodia could make his debut.

Historical Rivalry and Anticipated Records

The rivalry between KKR and SRH has produced numerous memorable matches, and this encounter is expected to deliver similar excitement. Both teams will be playing for pride, and fans can look forward to potential records being set. Let's explore some key statistics and milestones that have been achieved in previous encounters and what might unfold in this match.

Key Stats to Know Ahead of SRH vs KKR

Most Runs in SRH vs KKR Matches

Players	Runs	Innings
David Warner	619	15
Nitish Rana	492	14
Robin Uthappa	426	14
Shikhar Dhawan	380	14
Gautam Gambhir	324	12

Most Wickets in SRH vs KKR Matches

Players	Wickets	Innings
Andre Russell	25	19
Bhuvneshwar Kumar	24	25
T Natarajan	15	10
Sunil Narine	15	26
Varun Chakravarthy	14	12

Most Sixes in SRH vs KKR Matches

Players	Sixes
David Warner	26
Andre Russell	26
Nitish Rana	25
Robin Uthappa	17
Heinrich Klaasen	6

Player Milestones to Watch

Ishan Kishan is just 31 runs away from reaching 3,000 runs in T20 cricket.
Nitish Reddy needs 15 runs to achieve 500 runs in IPL.
Angkrish Raghuvanshi is 51 runs short of 500 runs in IPL.
Manish Pandey is 95 runs away from hitting 4,000 runs in IPL.

Exciting Match Ahead

As the Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders gear up for the 68th match of IPL 2025, several significant milestones and records are on the line. With key players eager to make their mark, fans can expect an exhilarating contest at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.