IPL 2019: 56th Match, Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Match Prediction
May 4, 2019 at 4:54 PM
IPL 2019: 56th Match, Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Match Prediction; Well, here comes the final league match of the season. And, it is right up there on the list of the must-watch, as it got its own importance. It would officially declare the final four teams, who are going to take a part in the playoff stage.
Kolkata Knight Riders have got some serious issue in the dressing room, as they aren’t playing with the unity on the field. However, they managed to taste the success against Kings XI Punjab on the other day at Mohali. All the batsmen delivered the goods when it mattered the most.
The likes of Chris Lynn and Shubman Gill found their nick when it mattered the most while Robin Uthappa also displayed his class on the other day. Meanwhile, Dinesh Karthik and Andre Russell are continuing their class in the middle.
On the other hand, Mumbai Indians have no concerns whatsoever. They would be eyeing to bag the second position in the points table and also got the perfect team balance to make things fall in place. Apart from that, they would also like to take revenge for their loss at Eden Gardens.
The batting department looks solid but the form of Rohit Sharma is a worrying sign for the team. However, he always had a good time against KKR, something which, he would like to use as a positive sign. The bowling department consists of top-class players, which would be a visual treat when they bowl against KKR batting lineup.
Pitch Conditions:
Well, everyone aware of Wankhede Stadium, which always been a batting paradise. However, of late, the pitches are getting slower and the run-making has become tough in the middle overs. Despite that, we could witness another high-scoring thriller between them.
Weather forecast:
As ever, the humidity will welcome both the teams on Sunday night. The good news is that there is no chance of rain intervening the game. All in all, perfect weather to play the game and give an eye treat on Sunday night.
Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders – Match Prediction
A tough call to take but the odds will be in favour of Mumbai Indians. The home conditions and the form of the players will certainly put them as favourites to win the game. However, Kolkata Knight Riders got the players, who can make things fall in place when it matters the most. Beware of Andre Russell show.