Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans, Match 60 – IPL 2026 Fantasy Preview

Preview

In the 60th match of IPL 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face Gujarat Titans (GT) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. KKR come into this contest with a strong and dynamic squad, featuring Shreyas Iyer, Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Nitish Rana, Andre Russell, Ben Stokes, Ajinkya Rahane, Rahul Tripathi, Tim David, and Varun Chakravarthy.

KKR’s all-rounders provide balance and flexibility. Russell, Venkatesh Iyer, Ben Stokes, Varun Chakravarthy, and Sunil Narine can contribute with both bat and ball. Russell and Stokes offer big-hitting capabilities, while Narine and Chakravarthy can control the middle overs.

KKR’s bowling attack combines pace, spin, and wicket-taking ability. Pat Cummins, Varun Chakravarthy, Sunil Narine, Mohammed Siraj, Shardul Thakur, and Andre Russell give KKR several options. Cummins and Siraj can make an impact with the new ball, while Chakravarthy and Narine exploit slower pitches.

Gujarat Titans enter the game with an experienced and well-balanced squad. Their batting lineup includes Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya, David Miller, Wriddhiman Saha, Rashid Khan, Matthew Wade, Rahul Tewatia, Sai Sudharsan, and Abhinav Manohar. Gill, Miller, and Pandya provide top-order stability and middle-order finishing power.

GT’s all-rounders strengthen the team’s balance. Hardik Pandya, Rashid Khan, Rahul Tewatia, and Matthew Wade can influence the game with both bat and ball. Pandya adds power and seam options, while Rashid is a key spinner in the middle overs.

Gujarat’s bowling attack has depth and variety. Mohammed Shami, Rashid Khan, Alzarri Joseph, Rahul Tewatia, and David Miller provide pace, spin, and death-over options. Shami and Joseph can make early breakthroughs, while Rashid’s leg-spin is crucial in the middle overs.

The Eden Gardens pitch usually supports batsmen who play along the ground and pacers who hit proper lengths. Spinners can get assistance as the match progresses. A total of 170-190 is considered competitive at this venue.

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Match Information

• Teams: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans, Match 60
• Tournament: Indian Premier League 2026
• Date & Time: 17 May 2026, Sun, 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

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Probable Playing XI

Kolkata Knight Riders

Playing XI: Shreyas Iyer (C), Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Nitish Rana, Andre Russell, Ben Stokes, Ajinkya Rahane, Rahul Tripathi, Tim David, Varun Chakravarthy, Pat Cummins

Bench: Sunil Narine, Shivam Mavi, Andre Russell (extra), Rinku Singh (extra), Varun Chakravarthy (extra) (expand as needed)

Gujarat Titans

Playing XI: Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya (C), David Miller, Wriddhiman Saha, Rashid Khan, Matthew Wade, Rahul Tewatia, Sai Sudharsan, Abhinav Manohar, Mohammed Shami, Alzarri Joseph

Bench: Rashid Khan (extra), Matthew Wade (extra), Rahul Tewatia (extra), Hardik Pandya (extra) (expand as needed)

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Injury News

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Weather Report

• Clear skies expected

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Win Prediction

Kolkata Knight Riders

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Pitch Condition

• Batting: Good for stroke play, assists pacers
• Average 1st Innings Score: 170-190

Pitch Report:
Eden Gardens is traditionally a batting-friendly pitch but offers help to spinners and pacers who bowl in the right areas. Batters may need time at the crease before attempting big shots, and first-innings scores around 170-190 are usually competitive.

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Fantasy Player Ratings

Captains

• Shreyas Iyer (KKR | BAT) – 8/10
  Reliable top-order batter with consistency.
• Hardik Pandya (GT | ALL) – 8.5/10
  Power-hitter and versatile all-rounder.

Top Picks

• Andre Russell (KKR | ALL) – 9/10
  Big-hitter, can take key wickets.
• Shubman Gill (GT | BAT) – 8/10
  Steady top-order performer, sets platform for GT.

Budget Picks

• Varun Chakravarthy (KKR | BOWL) – 7.5/10
  Spin option for middle overs.
• Rashid Khan (GT | BOWL) – 8.5/10
  Key wicket-taker in middle overs.

Avoid Players

• Rahul Tripathi (KKR | BAT) – 7/10
• Sai Sudharsan (GT | BAT) – 7/10

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Mega League Team

Players: 11/11
Team 1 Credits Left: 9.5/100

Wicketkeepers: Matthew Wade (8), Wriddhiman Saha (8.5)
Batters: Shreyas Iyer (9), Shubman Gill (9), Andre Russell (8.5), David Miller (8)
Allrounders: Hardik Pandya (8), Ben Stokes (8)
Bowlers: Varun Chakravarthy (7.5), Mohammed Shami (8), Alzarri Joseph (8)

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Grand League Team

Players: 11/11
Team 1 Credits Left: 8/100

Wicketkeepers: Matthew Wade (8), Wriddhiman Saha (8.5)
Batters: Shreyas Iyer (9), Shubman Gill (9), David Miller (8)
Allrounders: Andre Russell (9), Hardik Pandya (8)
Bowlers: Varun Chakravarthy (7.5), Mohammed Shami (8), Alzarri Joseph (8)

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