SRH vs KKR Match Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report, and Playing XI of 60th Match of IPL 2025

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We're now heading into the final stretch of the IPL 2025 league phase, and as always, the tension is high with several teams still fighting tooth and nail for a playoff spot. But alongside the high-stakes thrillers, we also get a few games where, realistically, there's not much left to play for — and that’s exactly what tomorrow’s clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders feels like. 

On paper, it’s a dead rubber. Both teams are essentially out of the playoff race. Technically, KKR still have a sliver of hope if they win their last two matches and everything else magically falls into place. But let’s be honest — that’s a long shot. That said, they’ll be keen to finish strong and take some momentum into the next season. Ending on a high could give them something to build on for IPL 2026. 

As for SRH, rain dashed their playoff hopes in their last outing, and with that, their campaign fizzled out. It’s been a disappointing season, especially considering they were seen as serious title contenders before the tournament began. Now, they might use these remaining games to test out some bench strength, experiment with combinations, and look for positives to carry into the next season. For their fans, a strong finish won’t change what’s already done, but it could at least offer a glimmer of hope for a better showing next year. 

Head-to-Head: SRH vs KKR - Who Holds the Advantage?

As of IPL 2025, the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) hold a slight advantage in the head-to-head battle against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) due to current form. Out of the 29 encounters between the two, SRH has won 9 and KKR managed 20 win, giving them the upper hand in terms of total victories. However, it's important to note that SRH comes into this matchup riding high on a last game form, giving them confidence heading into this crucial contest.

Total Matches Played: 29

SRH Wins: 9

KKR Wins: 20

No Result/Abandoned Matches: 0

Recent Forms of Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders:

SRH: L W L L W 

DC: L W W L L

Predictions: Who Will Win the Match?

As far as match predictions is concerned, SRH might have the edge with their explosive batting lineup led by Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, and Aniket Verma. But KKR's balanced squad and the presence of all-rounders like Sunil Narine and Andre Russel make them a formidable opponent. Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium might slightly favor the spin-heavy teams, so expect a good contest between bat and ball. With pitch at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium being a batter's paradise, we know Hyderabad are the favorites, as they have the likes of Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma.

Injury Update: Currently no injury concern.

SRH vs KKR Match, Date, Time, & Venue: 

Match: SRH vs KKR 60th Match of IPL 2025

Date & Time: Coming Soon

Stadium: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium   

Location: Hyderabad

MA Chidambaram Pitch Report:     

The Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad offers a balanced pitch that challenges both batsmen and bowlers. Early in the match, the surface favors the batsmen, allowing them to play aggressive strokes with good bounce and a solid foundation. A first-innings score between 190-290 runs is generally considered competitive. However, as the game progresses, the pitch tends to slow down, providing assistance to spinners, which can make chasing more difficult. Teams chasing targets around 180-190 runs generally have a fighting chance, but anything above 200-210 can put them under pressure, especially with the slow nature of the pitch in the second innings. Overall, it’s a dynamic surface where both batting and bowling strategies need to adapt to the conditions, and a score around 190+ is often a strong target for the chasing side. 

IPL Stats	Value
Total Matches	84
Batting First Won	35
Bowling First Won	47
1st Innings Average Score	163
2nd Innings Average Score	147
Highest Total	286/6 SRH vs RR
Lowest Total	80/10 DC vs SRH
Highest Chased	247/2 SRH vs PBKS
Lowest Defended	126/6 SRH vs PW

Possible Playing 11 for SRH:   

Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen (wk), Aniket Verma, Pat Cummins (c), Zeeshan Ansari, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Shami, Eshan Malinga

Impact Subs: Atharva Taide, Jaydev Unadkat

Possible playing 11 for KKR:

Sunil Narine, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ajinkya Rahane, Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Anrich Nortje, Vaibhav Arora, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy  

Impact Players: Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Manish Pandey, Moeen Ali

Sunrisers Hyderabad Key players:

Abhishek Sharma: 74 (41), 8 (8), 40 (28), 141 (55), 18 (16), 2 (6)

Travish Head: 20(16), 0 (4), 28 (29), 66 (37), 8 (5), 4 (2)

Aniket Verma: 3(7)12 (14), 18 (8), DNB, 18 (14), 6 (6)

Heinrich Klaasen: 23 (18), 71 (44), 37 (28), 21(14), 27 (19), 33 (21)

Pat Commins:  1/40 + 19 (10), 0/31, 3/36 + 8(4), 0/40, 1/26, 1/44 + 14(15)

Jaydev Unadkat: 3/35, 2/21, 1/21, DNP, DNP 

Kolkata Knight Riders Key players:

Ajinkya Rahane: 30 (24), 26 (14), 50 (36), 17 (17), 31 (29), 61 (35)

A. Raghuvanshi: 44 (31), 44 (32), 27* (13), 37 (28), 20* (17), 5 (4)

Venkatesh Iyer: 7 (5), 14 (19), 7 (4), DNB, 45 (29)

Andre Russell: 57 (25) + 0/11, 17 (9) + 1/22, 21 (15) + 1/13, 17* (11) + DNB, DNB + DNB, 7 (7) + 1/32

Sunil Narine: 11 (9) + 0/27, 17 (13) + 0/36, 5 (4) + 2/14, 44 (18) + 3/13, 30 (13) + 0/38

Harshit Rana: 2/41, 0/49, 1/45, 3/25, 2/16, 2/51

Vaibhav Arora: 1/50, 1/19, 1/44, 1/26, 1/31, 0/35

Varun Chakravarty: 2/32, 2/39, 0/33, 2/21, 2/22, 0/31

SRH vs KKR Fantasy Team:

Wicketkeepers: Heinrich Klaasen, 

Batsman: Travis Head, 

All-rounders: Abhishek Sharma,

Bowlers: Harshal Patel, 

SRH vs KKR Team for Today Match:

SRH vs KKR Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:     

Choice 1: Sunil Narine (C), Abhishek Sharma (VC)      

Choice 2: Andre Russel (C), Travis Head  (VC)

SRH vs KKR Fantasy Prediction Backups:   

Ishan Kishan, Aniket Verma, Ramandeep Singh, Rinku Singh

Disclaimer: 

The author has provided you with the above-mentioned match prediction on the basis of his research, understanding, and analysis, consider the points and make your own decision.

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