IPL 2024 KKR vs LSG: Match 28 Toss Update Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks

KKR vs LSG, IPL 2024: Dream11 Prediction for the 28th Match [iplt20.com]

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will take on the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 28th match of the IPL 2024. The match will be played at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on April 14th at 3:30 PM IST. 

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the fantasy tips, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

KKR vs LSG Toss Update

Kolkata Knight Riders have won the toss and they will field first.

Kolkata Knight Riders Changes: Harshit Rana makes his way back into the team. 

Lucknow Super Giants Changes: Shamar Joseph, Mohsin Khan and Deepak Hooda playing. Devdutt Padikkal and Naveen ul Haq miss out. 

KKR vs LSG Head-to-head Stats

The Lucknow Super Giants and the Kolkata Knight Riders have played three games against each other. The Super Giants have been the dominant side, winning all three clashes. 

The last match between the Lucknow Super Giants and the Kolkata Knight Riders, held at the Eden Gardens, was a nail-biting thriller. The Super Giants set a challenging target of 175/6 in their 20 overs, with Nicholas Pooran shining with his 58 off 30. 

Kolkata Knight Riders got a steady start, as Jason Roy made an important contribution at the top. Rinku Singh led the team in the middle order and scored 67 runs off 33 balls, taking KKR to the brink of victory. However, they fell short of the target by just two runs and lost the game. 

Kolkata Knight Riders will be eager to avenge this close loss and get their IPL 2024 campaign back to winning ways. The Super Giants will also be looking to return to winning ways after their defeat against the Delhi Capitals. With two crucial points at stake, it promises to be an edge-of-the-seat thriller. 

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KKR vs LSG Pitch Report

Eden Gardens is generally known to provide competitive wickets. Players of all trades are kept interested in most games at this venue. However, recently, Eden has provided flatter decks, allowing the batters to score plenty of runs. In the only match played here in IPL 2024, 200-plus totals were scored in both innings. A similar game with plenty of runs from batters from both sides could be expected for this game. 

Eden Gardens Ground Stats (IPL 2024)

Matches: 1
Matches won batting first: 1
Matches won batting second: 0

Average first innings total: 208
Average second innings total: 204
Highest total recorded: 208/7 by Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
Lowest total recorded: 204/7 by Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders

Fantasy value from the pitch report

• Power hitters will be at the best of their abilities in this game. With the ball coming onto the bat, the batters will get full value for their shots. Impactful power-hitters from both sides will be highly beneficial for fantasy contests. 
• Spinners could be differential choices in this game. The spinners got wickets in the previous game; hence, they can give you vital fantasy points. 

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KKR vs LSG Fantasy Cricket Tips

Kolkata Knight Riders Heavy Fantasy XI

• Sunil Narine has been a revelation for KKR in IPL 2024. In the previous game at the Eden Gardens, Narine fell to an unfortunate run-out. So, this time, Narine will be looking to take the toll of a batting-friendly wicket at the Eden Gardens. Narine is a must-pick if you are going for a KKR-heavy fantasy XI. 
• Along with Narine, Andre Russell has been in good batting form. He could also be a good choice. Phil Salt's previous outing with the bat at the venue could also be an indicator to keep him in a KKR-heavy fantasy XI. 
• Harshit Rana bowled a brilliant spell in the first game. He is expected to return in this game and will be a crucial choice for the fantasy contests. Barring Rana, Vaibhav Arora has also impressed with the ball and will be a good choice for the fantasy contests. 

Lucknow Super Giants Heavy Fantasy XI

• Despite a less than stellar performance in the last game, Nicholas Pooran remains the highest run-scorer for LSG in the tournament. The upcoming game at Eden Gardens could be the perfect opportunity for him to bounce back from his minor setback. Given his track record, Pooran is a player you can't afford to overlook in an LSG-heavy Fantasy XI. 
• Besides Pooran, De Kock has been a suitable form for LSG and could be a crucial pick. Marcus Stoinis might find the Eden Gardens wicket suitable and be a decisive choice for the fantasy contests. 
• Ravi Bishnoi, who looked promising in the previous match, could be a potential game-changer if he gets a bit of help from the wicket at the Eden Gardens. Besides Bishnoi, Naveen ul Haq, with his unique bowling style, could be a thrilling pick from the LSG bowlers. 

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KKR vs LSG Winner Prediction

The KKR team has been playing brilliant cricket in the tournament. Even though they lost their last game, KKR's presence on the field has impressed everybody. The Super Giants are in great form, too, and will be looking to return to winning ways after their defeat against DC. Both teams look solid, but the home advantage will be with KKR. 

KKR vs LSG Top Player Picks

Sunil Narine (KKR)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 161 Runs and 4 Wickets in 4 Matches
• The West Indian all-rounder has re-discovered himself as a batter in IPL 2024. Sunil Narine is playing blazing knocks at the top of the order, giving KKR an early advantage. He has also been decent with the ball, and his presence in the fantasy XI gives you the chance to pick up points in both innings of the match. 

Phil Salt could be a game-changer for KKR in this game [AP Photos]

Phil Salt (KKR)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 102 Runs in 4 Matches
• The English opener had an excellent start to the tournament, scoring a half-century in the first match. But after that, his bat has stayed quiet, and Salt will be looking to fire in this game. The Eden wicket will be good for batting, and there is a chance that Salt might fire. 

Nichoas Pooran (LSG)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 178 Runs in 5 Matches
• The West Indian batter has been in great touch in IPL 2024. Barring the last game against DC, Pooran has scored runs consistently, and given the nature of Eden's wicket, he will be an excellent choice for the game. 

Quinton de Kock (LSG)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 164 Runs in 5 Matches
• The South African opener has played a couple of good knocks in the tournament. Quinton de Kock will enjoy batting at the Eden wicket and might emerge as one of the decisive choices in the fantasy contests of the match. 

KKR vs LSG Differential Picks

Shreyas Iyer (KKR)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 91 Runs in 4 Matches
• The KKR-skipper is going through a lean phase in IPL 2024. However, the wicket at Eden Gardens will be good for batting and an excellent opportunity for Shreyas Iyer to come back into form. 

Marcus Stoinis will look to fire in this game [AP Photos]

Marcus Stoinis (LSG)

• IPL 2024 Stats - 112 runs in 5 matches
• The Australian all-rounder has so far only one good innings in IPL 2024. However, the Eden Gardens wicket will be good for batting, and Stoinis batting in the top order could be a game-changer for LSG. 

KKR vs LSG Fantasy Expert Advice

Given how the wicket has behaved in the previous game, a 2-3-3-3 or a 2-2-4-3 combination could be beneficial for the game.

KKR vs LSG Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran
Batters: Shreyas Iyer, Rinku Singh, Ayush Badoni
All-rounders: Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Marcus Stoinis
Bowlers: Harshit Rana, Shamarh Joseph, Ravi Bishnoi

Captain: Nicholas Pooran
Vice-captain : Shreyas Iyer

Kolkata Knight Riders: 5 Players; Lucknow Super Giants: 6 Players

KKR vs LSG Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Quinton de Kock, Phil Salt
Batters: Shreyas Iyer, Rinku Singh
All-rounders: Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Marcus Stoinis, Krunal Pandya
Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, Shamarh Joseph, Ravi Bishnoi

Captain: Sunil Narine
Vice-captain: Quinton de Kock

Kolkata Knight Riders: 6 Players; Lucknow Super Giants: 5 Players