The Knight Riders vs Super Kings IPL 2025 clash was one of the most anticipated fixtures of the season, and it did not disappoint. Fans at the iconic Eden Gardens witnessed an electrifying contest as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced off against Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
Both franchises, known for their massive fan following and star-studded squads, came prepared with winning strategies. With Shreyas Iyer leading Kolkata Knight Riders and Ruturaj Gaikwad captaining Chennai Super Kings, the match carried high stakes and intense drama. From big-hitting performances to tight bowling spells, every moment had the audience hooked.
The rivalry between these two sides has always been a blockbuster, and this 2025 edition further fueled the excitement. Let’s dive into the match info, squads, timeline highlights, scorecard, and key moments that defined this epic encounter.
Match Info
Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings, IPL 2025
Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Date: April 2025
Result: KKR won by 4 runs
Player of the Match: Andre Russell
Knight Riders vs Super Kings IPL 2025 – Full Match Report, Scorecard & Timeline
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Player
Role
Shreyas Iyer (C)
Batsman
Rinku Singh
Batsman
Venkatesh Iyer
All-Rounder
Andre Russell
All-Rounder
Nitish Rana
Batsman
Sunil Narine
All-Rounder
Mitchell Starc
Bowler
Varun Chakravarthy
Bowler
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK)
Wicketkeeper
Harshit Rana
Bowler
Anukul Roy
All-Rounder
Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Player
Role
Ruturaj Gaikwad (C)
Batsman
Devon Conway
Batsman
Shivam Dube
All-Rounder
MS Dhoni (WK)
Wicketkeeper
Ravindra Jadeja
All-Rounder
Moeen Ali
All-Rounder
Deepak Chahar
Bowler
Matheesha Pathirana
Bowler
Tushar Deshpande
Bowler
Sameer Rizvi
Batsman
Mitchell Santner
All-Rounder
Timeline of the Match
Overs
Event
1-6
KKR made a steady start with Shreyas Iyer and Venkatesh Iyer.
7-10
Rinku Singh and Russell lifted scoring rate.
11-15
Jadeja’s spin brought CSK back into the game.
16-20
Russell’s big hits powered KKR to 186/6.
1-6 (CSK)
Gaikwad and Conway gave CSK a solid platform.
7-12
Shivam Dube played a fiery knock with 3 sixes.
13-17
Narine’s spin slowed CSK’s momentum.
18-20
Starc and Russell defended bravely, KKR sealed the win.
Most Runs: Ruturaj Gaikwad (CSK) – 61 runs Most Wickets: Sunil Narine (KKR) – 2 wickets Game Changer: Andre Russell – 48 (20) & 2 wickets
Match Flow
Phase
KKR
CSK
Advantage
Powerplay (1-6)
49/1
52/0
CSK
Middle Overs (7-15)
Russell lifted KKR
Dube counter-attacked
Balanced
Death Overs (16-20)
55 runs by KKR
CSK restricted
KKR
Result
186/6
182/7
KKR won by 4 runs
Conclusion
The Knight Riders vs Super Kings IPL 2025 match turned out to be a true thriller that showcased high-quality cricket, brilliant performances, and a nail-biting finish. KKR’s power-hitting from Russell and disciplined bowling in the death overs gave them a narrow yet memorable victory.
For CSK, Ruturaj Gaikwad and Shivam Dube stood tall with the bat, but they fell just short in the final chase. With this victory, Kolkata Knight Riders not only strengthened their position on the points table but also kept the legacy of this iconic rivalry alive.
