KKR vs RR: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face Rajasthan Royals (RR) in match 53 of IPL 2025 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on Sunday, May 4. The game will begin at 3:30 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 3:00 PM IST. KKR is led by Ajinkya Rahane, while RR’s regular skipper Sanju Samson is out with injury, and Riyan Parag has stepped in to captain recent games.
KKR Aim for Playoffs, RR Seek a Positive Finish
KKR have had a mixed season, winning 4 out of 10 games and losing 5. One match ended with no result. They have 9 points so far and need a strong finish to keep their playoff hopes alive. On the other hand, RR have been officially eliminated after losing 8 out of their 11 games. With just 6 points, this match is a dead rubber for them, but they will aim to end on a high.
KKR vs RR Head-to-Head in IPL
So far, KKR and RR have clashed 31 times in IPL history:
KKR Wins: 15
RR Wins: 14
No Result: 2
This close rivalry makes every encounter exciting for fans.
KKR vs RR IPL 2025: Match Time and Venue
Match: KKR vs RR, Match 53
Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025
Time: 3:30 PM IST / 10:00 AM GMT
Toss Time: 3:00 PM IST / 9:30 AM GMT
Venue: Eden Gardens Stadium, Kolkata
How to Watch KKR vs RR IPL 2025 in India
Indian fans can catch the KKR vs RR match live on Star Sports Network for TV telecast. For live streaming, tune in to the JioCinema app or website.
KKR vs RR: Global Broadcast and Streaming Info
Here are the official broadcasters for fans watching outside India:
USA: Willow TV
UK: Sky Sports
Australia: Fox Cricket, Kayo Sports
South Africa: SuperSport
Bangladesh: T Sports
Pakistan: Tapmad
Afghanistan: Ariana Television (ATN)
Sri Lanka: Supreme TV, Sandbrix
Nepal: StyxSports
Malaysia: Astro Cricket
New Zealand: Sky Sport
Final Thoughts on KKR vs RR IPL 2025 Match
While RR are out of the playoff race, they still have the chance to spoil KKR’s plans. Meanwhile, KKR must deliver a strong performance to stay in the hunt. Expect a thrilling contest at Eden Gardens as both teams look to prove a point.
