The eighteenth edition of the Indian Premier League will see Kolkata Knight Riders clash against Gujarat Titans, in match number 39 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. While Kolkata Knight Riders will be looking to get back to winning ways heading into this fixture, Gujarat Titans will look to carry on their winning momentum. Kolkata Knight Riders lost their last fixture to Punjab Kings by 16 runs on the other side, Gujrat Titans defeated Lucknow Super Giants in their last encounter. The match is crucial from the viewpoint of both the teams who are vying for a place in the playoffs. Kolkata Knight Riders and Gujrat Titans have clashed against each other on the previous 4 occasions. Gujrat Titans hold the bragging rights with 2 victories under their belt compared to Kolkata’s sole victory that came in 2023. Although the pitch at Eden Gardens tends to support batters, it also provides some assistance to the bowlers, particularly to pacers. Lack of dew also assists the spinners to get some turn during the middle phase of an innings. Both teams will be hoping their bowlers come out on top in this important fixture.
Here is the list of three bowlers to watch out for in this much-anticipated clash
3. Harshit Rana
The Indian fast bowler has the knack of picking up crucial wickets at different phases of an innings. His discipline of bowling hard lengths doesn’t allow batters to hit him easily. He has been in fine form in this edition of IPL having picked 10 wickets in 7 innings at an economy of 9 runs an over.
2. Prasidh Krishna
The lightning-quick pacer for Gujrat has started to find his rhythm in this edition of IPL. In his last match against Delhi Capitals, the pacer scalped 4 wickets against the formidable batting line-up, but his economy continues to be a cause of concern for the side, especially during the powerplays. He has scalped 14 wickets in the season so far in 7 matches and looks set to take home the purple cap this season.
1. Varun Chakravarthy
This mystery spinner will be a tough pick for Gujrat batters at the Eden Gardens where Varun already boasts an outstanding record. He has been equally impressive this season having picked up 10 wickets in 7 IPL innings.
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