IPL 2019: 38th Match, Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Match Prediction; There comes the yet another chance for Kolkata Knight Riders to turn their fate in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League 2019. After facing four losses on a row, they are travelling to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad on Sunday afternoon.
The home side Sunrisers Hyderabad finally came back to the winning ways by knocking down MS Dhoni-less Chennai Super Kings in their home conditions. It was a much-need victory for them to boost their morale and stay in the hunt for the playoff stage.
The main problem for Hyderabad has been their batting section. The whole burden is being carried by David Warner while Jonny Bairstow also lost his touch after those back-to-back knocks for the team. Kane Williamson also looked rusty in the middle after the return from the injury.
Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders have got a lot to ponder. Ther are doing everything right but something or the other at crucial moments saw them losing the four games on a trot. The bowling department has become a huge problem for the team, as none of them is showing their heart in the middle.
Changes:
After a dominant performance against a Dhoni-less CSK, SRH shouldn’t be making any changes for the second SRH vs KKR 2019 encounter with the bowling unit also firing in unison.
Kane Williamson will be expected to come out all guns blazing to complement their explosive opening duo of Warner and Bairstow.
After a tough loss to RCB at home, KKR might be pondering a few changes with the likes of Harry Gurney and Kuldeep Yadav underperforming off late. Matt Kelly is waiting to taste the essence of IPL.
Date & Venue: April 21st (Sunday) at 4:00 PM IST, at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
| Stats | Matches | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata Knight Riders | Tied/No Result |
| Overall | 16 | 6 | 10 | 0/0 |
Weather Forecast:
The day would start with 40 degrees, as the Hyderabad is coming into its summer. The players need to take care of themselves, as the heat is going to take a toll on their bodies. A tough time for water boys as well.
Pitch Report:
Surprisingly, Hyderabad pitch is favouring the batsmen, which is not the history of this venue. However, this time, it would be spinners, who will get the benefit from it. Runs in the powerplay overs will be key, as the new ball will leak runs for the team.
Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Match Prediction
Well, Sunrisers Hyderabad will head into the game as the favourites to win the game. The home conditions and the commanding victory against Chennai Super Kings will certainly see them as the favourites. Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders would be eager to head into the winning ways.