KKR Schedule for IPL 2025: Kolkata Knight Riders Fixture, Squad, Predicted Playing 11, Impact Player Options

KKR Schedule for IPL 2025: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) enter IPL 2025 as the defending champions, aiming for a record-equalling fourth title. With a revamped squad and a new leader in Ajinkya Rahane, KKR looks set to make a strong title defense.

Their campaign kicks off on March 22 with a high-octane clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens and will travel to Guwahati right after for their first away match of the season. Here's KKR full schedule, followed by predicted playing 11 and full squad:

KKR Schedule for IPL 2025

Date	Match	Venue	Time (IST)
March 22	KKR vs RCB	Kolkata	7:30 PM
March 26	KKR vs RR	Guwahati	7:30 PM
March 31	KKR vs MI	Mumbai	7:30 PM
April 3	KKR vs SRH	Kolkata	7:30 PM
April 6	KKR vs LSG	Kolkata	3:30 PM
April 11	KKR vs CSK	Chennai	7:30 PM
April 15	KKR vs PBKS	New Chandigarh	7:30 PM
April 21	KKR vs GT	Kolkata	7:30 PM
April 26	KKR vs PBKS	Kolkata	7:30 PM
April 29	KKR vs DC	Delhi	7:30 PM
May 4	KKR vs RR	Kolkata	7:30 PM
May 7	KKR vs CSK	Kolkata	7:30 PM
May 10	KKR vs SRH	Hyderabad	7:30 PM
May 17	KKR vs RCB	Bengaluru	7:30 PM

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KKR's aggressive approach in the PowerPlay has been a cornerstone of their success, with a boundary percentage of 26.16% in the last two seasons. The addition of Quinton de Kock as a replacement for Phil Salt ensures they continue their attacking starts. With Sunil Narine’s ability to clear the ropes and de Kock’s strike rate of 152.64 in the first six overs, KKR's top order remains formidable.

KKR’s spin attack, led by Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy, has been instrumental in restricting opponents. This season, the addition of Moeen Ali further bolsters their middle-over control. With a collective record of 55 wickets in 43 innings, these three will be crucial in choking the opposition on spin-friendly pitches.

One of KKR’s biggest concerns in recent years has been their bowling at the death, where they have conceded at an economy of 11.18. While Anrich Nortje, Harshit Rana, and Andre Russell have taken wickets regularly (one every 14 balls), their high boundary concession rate remains a worry. Finding a reliable death bowler will be key to KKR's success.

KKR Predicted Playing XI for IPL 2025

Quinton de Kock (wk)
Sunil Narine
Ajinkya Rahane (c)
Venkatesh Iyer
Rinku Singh
Andre Russell
Ramandeep Singh
Harshit Rana
Anrich Nortje
Vaibhav Arora
Varun Chakravarthy

Impact Player Options

Angkrish Raghuvanshi
Chetan Sakariya
Mayank Markande
Anukul Roy
Luvnith Sisodia

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Full KKR Squad for IPL 2025

Batsmen & All-Rounders

Ajinkya Rahane (captain), Venkatesh Iyer (vice-captain), Manish Pandey, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Ramandeep Singh, Rinku Singh, Moeen Ali, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Anukul Roy

Wicketkeepers

Quinton de Kock, Rovman Powell, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Luvnith Sisodia

Bowlers

Vaibhav Arora, Spencer Johnson, Mayank Markande, Anrich Nortje, Umran Malik, Varun Chakravarthy

Kolkata Knight Riders have the squad depth and experience to challenge for another IPL title in 2025. With a strong top order, world-class spin attack, and explosive finishers, KKR looks well-balanced. However, addressing their death bowling concerns will be crucial in determining their chances of defending the title. As they begin their campaign on March 22, fans can expect a season filled with thrilling performances from the Men in Purple and Gold.