3 KKR Players Who Could Be Game-Changers In IPL 2025 Match vs DC

Debashis Sarangi

Varun Chakravarthy could be KKR's biggest asset vs DC [Source: AP]Varun Chakravarthy could be KKR's biggest asset vs DC [Source: AP]

Delhi Capitals will cross swords against Kolkata Knight Riders in match 48 of the ongoing IPL 2025 season. The much-anticipated encounter will be played at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. 

Talking about KKR, the defending champions haven't lived up to the expectations in the IPL 2025. Led by Ajinkya Rahane, the Knight Riders have lost five of their first nine matches, reeling at seventh position in the points table. 

However, the upcoming game against DC gives them a golden opportunity to bounce back and stay alive in the playoffs race. Ahead of the crucial face-off, let's analyse and find out KKR's potential game-changers for this match. 

1. Varun Chakravarthy

Why could Varun Chakravarthy be a threat to Delhi Capitals?

Exceptional record vs DC: Varun Chakravarthy has enjoyed stellar success against Delhi Capitals in the IPL. In nine encounters, Chakravarthy has bagged 17 wickets versus the Capitals. 

Delhi pitch's spin-friendly behaviour: The wily bowler can make the most of Arun Jaitley Stadium's surface that has assisted the spinners in the IPL 2025. Statistically, the spinners have scalped 16 of the 29 wickets fallen in Delhi this season. So, Chakravarthy, being KKR's lead spinner, could be a serious threat to the DC batters. 

2. Ajinkya Rahane

Why could Ajinkya Rahane be a threat to Delhi Capitals?

Recent Form: Ajinkya Rahane has showcased remarkable form in the IPL 2025. In eight IPL 2025 outings, the skipper has struck 271 runs at an average of 38.71 and a strike rate of 146.49. 

Record vs DC and at Arun Jaitley Stadium: KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane has impressive numbers against Delhi Capitals, amassing 858 runs, including a hundred, at a superb average of 57.20. Furthermore, he has also enjoyed playing at Arun Jaitley Stadium, scoring 254 runs in eight innings at an impressive average of 42.33. 

3. Harshit Rana

Why could Harshit Rana be a threat to Delhi Capitals?

Wicket-taking ability: KKR's premier seamer Harshit Rana has a knack for striking at crucial junctures. He can force the DC batters to commit errors and make them fall into his trap with wily variations. 

Recent form: Harshit Rana has been one of the few positives for KKR this season. The fast bowler has scalped eleven wickets in nine matches at a superb strike rate of 15.82. 

P.S: Apart from these players, the eyes will also be on Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Andre Russell and Sunil Narine, who could be KKR's key players against Delhi Capitals tonight.