GT vs KKR IPL 2024: Shubhman Gill leads Gujarat Titans and will face Shreyas Iyer’s Kolkata Knight Riders in the 63rd match of the Indian Premier League at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
KKR, with their consistent performances, has already secured a spot in the playoffs. However, for GT, the upcoming match against KKR holds significant importance as it is a do-or-die game for them. Placed at No. 8 in the standings with 10 points from 12 games, GT needs a victory to keep their hopes alive for advancing to the playoffs.
In their previous encounters, the two teams have faced each other thrice, with GT holding a slight edge with a 2-1 scoreline. This adds an extra layer of anticipation and excitement to their upcoming clash in the IPL 2024.
GT vs KKR, IPL 2024: Head-to-Head stats
Matches played: 3
GT won: 2
KKR won: 1
GT vs KKR, IPL 2024: Playing XI predictions
GT Playing XI prediction
Shubman Gill (c), B Sai Sudharsan, M Shahrukh Khan, David Miller, Matthew Wade (wk), Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, Umesh Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Kartik Tyagi,
Impact Subs: Sandeep Warrier and R Sai Kishore
GT key player to watch out
Captain Shubman Gill has made a stunning comeback into form, displaying his prowess with a fourth IPL century. His exceptional performance played a pivotal role in keeping GT’s slim playoff hopes alive as they secured a comfortable victory against Chennai Super Kings in their recent match at home. Gill’s outstanding innings not only showcased his individual brilliance but also provided a significant boost to the team’s morale, setting the stage for an exciting and crucial phase in their IPL journey.
KKR Playing XI prediction
Phil Salt, Sunil Narine, Nitish Rana, Shreyas Iyer (c), Venkatesh Iyer, Andre Russell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Mitchell Starc, Varun Chakravarthy, Harshit Rana
Impact Sub: Vaibhav Arora
KKR Key player to watch out
Except for a rare setback with the bat against Mumbai Indians, Sunil Narine has been a consistent performer for the team, showcasing his all-round brilliance. With impressive contributions of 461 runs and 15 wickets, Narine has played a pivotal role in carrying the team forward. As the team looks ahead, Narine would be eager to continue his exceptional form and make further valuable contributions, both with the bat and the ball, in the upcoming matches.
GT vs KKR IPL 2024: Weather Report
According to accuweather.com, there is no forecast for rainfall on May 13, 2024, in Ahmedabad. In the evening, the temperature in Ahmedabad is expected to be around 30 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a humidity level of 50 percent.
GT vs KKR IPL 2024: Pitch Report
In Ahmedabad this season, the team batting second has emerged victorious in four out of six games. The presence of dew has been noticeable on multiple occasions, potentially influencing the outcome of matches.