Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are set to clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the highly anticipated IPL 2024 final on Sunday, May 26, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. KKR earned a direct entry into the final by defeating SRH in Qualifier 1, while SRH secured their spot by overcoming Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2.
KKR vs SRH IPL 2024 Final Prediction
We predict that Kolkata Knight Riders will emerge victorious in this contest.
Tournament: Indian Premier League, 2024
Format: T20
Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, India
Toss Prediction: To Bowl
KKR vs SRH Match Prediction & Analysis
After over 70 games and more than 60 days of cricket, the stage is set for the IPL 2024 final. KKR, who convincingly defeated SRH in the Qualifier 1 in Ahmedabad, are set for another face-off against SRH in the different conditions of Chennai. KKR, reaching their first final in three years, aim to showcase a stellar performance with both bat and ball. Moreover SRH, having dismantled Rajasthan Royals in the eliminator, are ready to take on the challenge and acclimatize to the conditions in Chennai. consequently, KKR has been more successful, winning 16 out of 26 encounters against SRH.
Teams Preview
Kolkata Knight Riders Preview
KKR’s last defeat occurred almost a month ago against Punjab Kings. Since then, they have won four out of six league stage matches with results, and two matches ended without results. Their stellar win over SRH in Qualifier 1 secured their place in the finals. KKR, clear favorites, have depth and versatility to exploit Chepauk’s conditions. Despite Phil Salt’s departure, Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sunil Narine form a strong opening pair, while Venkatesh Iyer and Shreyas Iyer anchor and finish the innings effectively. Andre Russell and Rinku Singh have had limited opportunities due to the top order’s efficiency. Therefore With the ball, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, and Mitchell Starc are in great form, supported by Harshit Rana and Vaibhav Arora.
Predicted Playing XI
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer, Shreyas Iyer (capt), Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Mitchell Starc, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy.
Impact Player: Manish Pandey.
Key Players from Previous Game
| Batsmen | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shreyas Iyer | 58 | 24 | 5 | 0 | 241.67 |
| Venkatesh Iyer | 51 | 28 | 5 | 0 | 182.14 |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | 23 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 164.29 |
| Bowlers | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Starc | 4.0 | 0 | 34 | 3 | 8.5 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 4.0 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 6.5 |
| Vaibhav Arora | 2.0 | 0 | 17 | 1 | 8.5 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad Preview
SRH bounced back strongly against Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 2 after their defeat to KKR. Despite early and regular wickets, they managed to post a decent total thanks to key partnerships. Their bowlers then executed their plans perfectly to secure a 36-run victory. Rahul Tripathi has been consistent, and Heinrich Klaasen’s partnership with Shahbaz Ahmed was crucial in reaching beyond 170 runs. Bowlers like Natarajan, Abhishek Sharma, and Shahbaz Ahmed played pivotal roles in their win over RR.
Predicted Playing XI
Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Abdul Samad, Pat Cummins (capt), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, T Natarajan.
Impact Player: Shahbaz Ahmed.
Key Players from Previous Game
| Batsmen | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heinrich Klaasen | 50 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 147.06 |
| Rahul Tripathi | 37 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 246.67 |
| Travis Head | 34 | 28 | 3 | 0 | 121.43 |
| Bowlers | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shahbaz Ahmed | 4.0 | 0 | 23 | 3 | 5.75 |
| Abhishek Sharma | 4.0 | 0 | 24 | 2 | 6 |
| Pat Cummins | 4.0 | 0 | 30 | 1 | 7.5 |
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Therefore The pitch at MA Chidambaram Stadium was two-paced during the second qualifier, but a red soil wicket is expected for the final. Chasing could be challenging if dew doesn’t play a role. The weather forecast is clear, ensuring a complete game.
Pitch Report
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- KKR Record: 4 wins, 10 losses from 14 games
- SRH Record: 2 wins, 9 losses from 11 games
- Toss Prediction: To Bowl
- Winning Prediction: We back Kolkata Knight Riders to win the final, given their form and adaptability to the conditions.
Location
Highlights
- KKR Recent Form: Unbeaten in the last month, with key players in top form.
- SRH Resilience: Bounced back strongly in Qualifier 2, with bowlers stepping up.
- Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai.
- Match Date: Sunday, May 26, 7:30 pm IST.
- Live Broadcast: Star Sports Channels, Jio Cinema App.
Probable Playing XIs
Kolkata Knight Riders
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer, Shreyas Iyer (capt), Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Mitchell Starc, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakravarthy.
Impact Player: Manish Pandey.
Sunrisers Hyderabad
- Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Abdul Samad, Pat Cummins (capt), Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat, T Natarajan.
Impact Player: Shahbaz Ahmed.
Who Will Win?
Kolkata Knight Riders are predicted to win.