IPL 2026, Match 28: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals Match Preview

Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Rajasthan Royals in Match No. 28 of the Indian Premier League 2026 on April 19 at Eden Gardens.

KKR are currently at the bottom of the points table with just one point, having lost five matches. Despite showing glimpses of form in their recent game against Gujarat Titans, they are yet to register a win this season. The three-time champions will be eager to put up a strong performance at home and open their account.

On the other hand, RR sit third with four wins from five matches. Although they suffered a loss against Sunrisers Hyderabad, they have looked consistent overall. The inaugural champions will aim to bounce back and strengthen their position in the top half of the table.

KKR vs RR Match Details

KKR vs RR Head to Head record

Eden Gardens, Kolkata – Pitch Report

Eden Gardens is expected to offer conditions that slightly favour the team bowling first in this day’s game. Spinners could get some assistance under the sun early on, but as the match progresses, the pitch is likely to ease out for batting. Batters can play their shots more freely later in the innings, with scores in the range of 200-210 being competitive.

KKR vs RR Predicted Playing XIs

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):

Tim Seifert (WK), Ajinkya Rahane (C), Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Cameron Green, Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Sunil Narine, Anukul Roy, Vaibhav Arora, Kartik Tyagi
 
Impact Player: Varun Chakravarthy
 
Rajasthan Royals (RR):

Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Riyan Parag (C), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi
 
Impact Player: Tushar Deshpande