In the 53rd match of IPL 2025, the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), are set to clash with Rajasthan Royals. This match will be played at the historic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, where KKR aims to defeat Rajasthan and keep their playoff hopes alive.
Sports News: The IPL 2025 season is reaching its thrilling climax, and another exciting encounter is set to take place between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals on May 4th. At Eden Gardens, Kolkata Knight Riders will strive to keep their playoff hopes alive, while their captain, Ajinkya Rahane, will also be under pressure to achieve a significant milestone.
Ajinkya Rahane has been impressive this season with his outstanding performance and is on the verge of achieving another significant milestone in IPL history. Having scored 297 runs in 9 innings out of 10 matches at a strike rate of nearly 150, Rahane can reach the 5000-run mark in the IPL with a score of 61 runs against Rajasthan Royals.
A Chance to Surpass Chris Gayle and Robin Uthappa
- Virat Kohli - 8509 runs
- Rohit Sharma - 6921 runs
- Shikhar Dhawan - 6769 runs
- David Warner - 6565 runs
- Suresh Raina - 5528 runs
- MS Dhoni - 5406 runs
- AB de Villiers - 5162 runs
- KL Rahul - 5054 runs
- Chris Gayle - 4965 runs
- Robin Uthappa - 4952 runs
- Ajinkya Rahane - 4939 runs
Rahane's Crucial Role for Kolkata
This match represents not only a personal milestone for Rahane but also a crucial opportunity for his team. KKR has only managed 9 points from 10 matches with 4 wins and needs a victory to stay in the playoff race. Ajinkya Rahane will need to make a significant contribution to ensure his team's place in the crucial matches of this season.
Under Rahane's captaincy, KKR has experienced 4 wins and 5 losses, with one match abandoned due to rain. Rahane hopes his excellent batting will not only break a major IPL record but also keep his team in contention for the playoffs.
What Could Be the Strategy Against Rajasthan Royals?
Facing Rajasthan Royals, who are already out of the playoff race this season, presents a good opportunity for KKR. Rahane and his team must give their all to secure a victory. They understand that a personal record is as important as their team's win, which will maintain their playoff hopes.
