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KKR vs RR Live: The Crucial Yashasvi Jaiswal

Yashasvi Jaiswal has carried the top order, but the middle-order trio of Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel and Nitish Rana has underperformed. Jurel has one fifty from 10 innings and 249 runs to show, while Hetmyer has scored 187 runs at an average of 20.77. Rana, who returns to face his former team, has failed to find rhythm and will be under scrutiny against the side he captained with distinction in 2023.

KKR vs RR Live: Poor batting show from RR

The 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s stunning 35-ball century was a rare moment of magic, but Rajasthan Royals cannot rely on such individual brilliance every time. The absence of Jos Buttler, who moved to Gujarat Titans, and captain Sanju Samson, who has missed most of the season due to injury, has left their batting looking thin.

KKR vs RR Live: RR’s debacle

For Rajasthan Royals, the tournament has slipped out of control. With just one win in their last seven games, the flaws in their auction strategy have been laid bare. A lack of depth in batting and bowling, combined with injuries, has led to their early exit.

KKR vs RR Live: KKR”s struggles at Eden

Eden Gardens, which once used to be Kolkata Knight Riders’ fortress, has yielded just one win from five matches this season — the latest a rain-affected washout against Punjab Kings. Their spinners have struggled to adjust to the grip and variable bounce, something the rival teams have exploited far more effectively.

KKR vs RR Live: Playoffs scenario for KKR

Kolkata Knight Riders currently sit seventh in the points table with nine points from 10 matches. They need to win at least three games and hope other results go their way.

KKR vs RR Live: Nothing to lose for RR

Rajasthan Royals have already been knocked out of the playoffs race after losing to Mumbai Indians by 100 runs in their previous match. With nothing at stake, RR will now look to spoil other teams’ chances of reaching the next stage and their mission begins against Kolkata Knight Riders. The likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, and the 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi will look to put up a dominating show today. 

KKR vs RR Live: KKR’s remaining campaign

The final leg of their campaign includes two home matches — against Rajasthan Royals (today) and Chennai Super Kings on Wednesday — followed by two away fixtures, against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 10 and an in-form Royal Challengers Bengaluru (May 17).

KKR vs RR Live: Must-win clash for KKR

With four league matches remaining, Kolkata Knight Riders’ equation is straightforward — win all four and reach 17 points, a total that should secure a spot in the top-four without relying on the other results. The challenge, though simple on paper, is steep in reality.

KKR vs RR Live: Dicey weather of Kolkata

KKR vs RR Live: Rain on the cards?

The match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals is likely to be hit by heavy rain. As per the Accuweather, there is 86% probability of precipitation in Kolkata during the day. 

KKR vs RR Live: Hello

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the IPL 2025 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals, straight from the Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Stay tuned for all the live updates.