The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati will host the Rajasthan Royals (RR) vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clash in IPL 2025. Here’s a detailed pitch analysis to help predict the match outcome and fantasy cricket strategies.
🔹 Pitch Behavior & Conditions
✅ Generally Flat & Batting-Friendly—Batsmen enjoy playing here with good bounce and pace.
✅ Dew Factor Expected—Temperature drops from 32°C (day) to 23°C (night), aiding chasing teams.
✅ Average 1st Innings Score (Last 4 Matches): ~180-200
✅ Chasing Advantage? – 2 wins batting first, 2 wins chasing in the last 4 matches.
🔹 Key Stats from Previous Matches
📌 Last IPL Match (RR vs PBKS, 2024):
- RR scored 144/9 (low due to Buttler’s absence).
- PBKS chased easily (Sam Curran 63*).
- Pace dominated (9 wickets) vs spin (4 wickets).
📌 India vs Australia (T20I, 2023):
- India posted 222/3 (Ruturaj Gaikwad century).
- Australia chased (Glenn Maxwell century).
- High-scoring thriller (223 chased).
🔹 Bowling Impact (Recent Trends)
⚡ Pacers: 29 wickets (Last 4 matches) – Right arm (18), left arm (11).
⚡ Spinners: 15 wickets—Leg-spinners (10), Off-spinners (3).
⚡ Best Bowler (Last T20I): Jason Behrendorff—4 overs, 12 runs!
🔹 Fantasy Cricket Tips
Batting Picks:
- Powerplay Hitters: Jos Buttler, Phil Salt (if dew sets in).
- Middle-Order Anchors: Sanju Samson, Shreyas Iyer.
- Finishers: Andre Russell, Rinku Singh.
Bowling Picks:
- Pacers: Trent Boult, Harshit Rana (swing early).
- Spinners: Yuzvendra Chahal, Sunil Narine (middle overs).
Predicted Par Score: 180-200 (Dew may favor chasing team).
🔹 Match Prediction
- If RR bats first: 185-195 (KKR slight favorites due to dew).
- If KKR bats first: 190-200 (RR needs strong bowling).
- Likely Winner? KKR (better chasing record & stronger middle order).
Final Verdict:
A high-scoring thriller is expected, with KKR having a slight edge if dew impacts the second innings. Spinners could be crucial in middle overs.
Who will win? Drop your predictions below! 🏏🔥
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