KKR vs LSG, IPL 2025: Winner Prediction For Match 21 [Source: iplt20.com]
The 21st match of IPL 2025 will witness Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) hosting Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the iconic Eden Gardens. This encounter promises high-voltage cricket as both teams have identical records in the tournament so far with 2 wins and 2 losses each. With the venue known for its batting-friendly conditions and vocal crowd support, we can expect a thrilling contest between two evenly matched sides.
KKR vs LSG Toss Prediction
Analysis of the Eden Gardens pitch reveals significant dynamics between innings. The venue has shown higher productivity in the first innings with an average run rate of 9.63 during powerplay compared to 8.59 in the middle overs. The toss-winning captain is likely to bat first, as teams batting first have historically had better control over the match progression at this venue. With the surface offering consistent bounce throughout, batting becomes slightly easier in the first innings before spinners find assistance in the second innings.
KKR vs LSG Predicted Score Today
Innings
Predicted Score
Win Probability If Achieved
1st Innings
185-200
KKR 58%, LSG 42%
2nd Innings
175-190
52% win probability for chasing team
KKR vs LSG Predicted Top Performers
Kolkata Knight Riders
Player
Role
Form
Rinku Singh
Batter
⬆️
Sunil Narine
All-rounder
⬆️
Varun Chakaravarthy
Bowler
⬆️
Lucknow Super Giants
Player
Role
Form
Nicholas Pooran
Batter
⬆️
Mitchell Marsh
Batter
⬆️
Shardul Thakur
Bowler
⬆️
KKR vs LSG Momentum Shifters
Factor
Threshold
Statistical Impact
Rinku Singh Performance
SR >150 for 30+ runs
+28% win probability for KKR
Nicholas Pooran Batting
50+ runs at SR >180
+32% win probability for LSG
KKR Spinners (Narine & Chakaravarthy)
Combined economy rate <7.0
+35% win probability for KKR
Powerplay Performance
>60 runs without loss
+25% win probability for batting team
Mitchell Marsh vs KKR bowlers
SR >180 against pace
+24% win probability for LSG
Death Overs (16-20)
>50 runs scored
+22% win probability for batting team
KKR vs LSG Win Probability
KKR vs LSG IPL 2025: Win Probability
KKR vs LSG OneCricket's Predicted Winner
Kolkata Knight Riders have a slight edge over Lucknow Super Giants due to their stellar record at Eden Gardens and the performance of their key players at this venue. KKR's batting lineup, particularly Rinku Singh (383 runs, SR: 150.20) and Andre Russell (257 runs, SR: 152.98), have exceptional records at Eden Gardens.
The match will likely be determined by the performance of LSG's top batsmen Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh against KKR's spin duo of Sunil Narine (14 wickets, economy: 6.47) and Varun Chakaravarthy (6 wickets, economy: 6.13) at Eden Gardens. LSG's bowling attack, led by Shardul Thakur and Ravi Bishnoi, will need to contain KKR's explosive middle order to stay in the contest.
While both teams are evenly matched on paper, KKR's familiarity with home conditions and their spinners' historically economical performances at Eden Gardens give them a narrow advantage in what promises to be a closely fought encounter.
Key matchups to watch include:
Nicholas Pooran (SR: 203.03 in IPL 2025) vs Sunil Narine (economy: 5.43 vs LSG)
Rinku Singh vs Ravi Bishnoi (economy: 6.44 vs KKR)
Mitchell Marsh vs KKR pacers (24 runs off 11 balls vs Andre Russell)
With both teams boasting power-hitters capable of changing the game in a few overs, this match is set to deliver an exciting spectacle for the Eden Gardens crowd.