Sunil Narine and Yashasvi Jaiswal will be in action. [Source - IPL/x.com]
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals will meet each other once again this season in the upcoming 53rd match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season on Sunday, May 4th. The thrilling encounter will take place at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata and is scheduled to start at 3:30 PM IST.
KKR is currently seventh in the points table with 4 wins in 10 games and must win all remaining matches to stay in playoff contention. Meanwhile, RR with just 3 wins in 11 games, are out of the race and will be hoping to
As another promising afternoon awaits from Kolkata for us, here are the top three captain and vice-captain choices for KKR vs RR Match 53 of IPL 2025.
3. Riyan Parag
Why Will Riyan Parag Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?
Riyan Parag has been Rajasthan Royals' second-best fantasy performer this season, averaging 63 points per match. Even though he hasn't played a big innings with the bat this season so far, his dual ability with bat and ball makes him a top pick for the KKR vs RR clash. Additionally, his strong T20 record at Eden Gardens i.e. 237 runs at an average of 59.2, further strengthens his case as a reliable fantasy option.
2. Sunil Narine
Why Will Sunil Narine Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?
Sunil Narine is a top captain or vice-captain pick for KKR’s upcoming matches. His explosive starts with the bat can provide quick fantasy points early in the innings. More importantly, his all-round skills make him different from the crowd. With an average of 101.75 fantasy points per match, Narine has been the biggest contributor with both bat and ball, making him one of KKR’s most valuable fantasy assets.
1. Yashasvi Jaiswal
Why Will Yashasvi Jaiswal Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?
Yashasvi Jaiswal is in top form in IPL 2025, averaging 64.25 with a strike rate of 166.88 in his last five games. He has notched four 40+ scores, including three half-centuries, showcasing his sherr consistency and dominance with the bat for the Royals. With such terrific form in the recent games, Jaiswal stands out as a reliable captain or vice-captain pick for the upcoming KKR vs RR fantasy match.