Matches:

1. Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals is at 3:30 PM IST.
2. Punjab Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants is at 7:30 PM IST.

At this stage of the IPL 2025 league games, much is at stake. On Sunday, May 4, cricket supporters can watch two games. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will compete against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the afternoon, followed by Punjab Kings (PBKS) against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the evening.

Match 1 : KKR vs RR at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Recent Performance

During their last game, KKR lost a close match. Sunil Narine scored 109 runs from 56 balls. KKR achieved a total of 223 runs for 6 wickets, but could not defend it. Jos Buttler made 107 not out from 60 balls as RR chased the runs.

Both teams show very good form this season. This makes this game important for the top two spots. KKR did well at home. RR has all-around performance.

Important Players

For KKR: Sunil Narine, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Varun Chakravarthy.

For RR: Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Trent Boult.

Venue Information

Eden Gardens has pace and bounce at the start. Spin bowlers get advantage as the match goes on. The afternoon sun might favor the team batting first.

Match 2 : PBKS vs LSG at HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala

Recent Performance

Punjab Kings defeated Chennai Super Kings in their last game. Priyansh Arya scored a century. Shreyas Iyer, the captain, gave Arya support. Their bowlers showed control near the end and defended the score.

Lucknow Super Giants has had a varied season. Nicholas Pooran performed well with his hard-hitting batting in the middle. Shardul Thakur leads their bowlers, but the attack has lacked consistency.

This game is important for both teams. Each team tries to remain in contention for the playoffs.

Important Players

Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, Kagiso Rabada as well as Rahul Chahar are Punjab Kings’ notable players.

Nicholas Pooran, KL Rahul, Marcus Stoinis next to Shardul Thakur are Lucknow Super Giants’ notable players.

Venue Information

Dharamsala’s pitch usually helps pace bowlers, mostly when games are played under lights. The match starts in the evening, so dew could matter. This could help teams batting second.

Teams’ Current Standings and Motivation

All four teams can still make the playoffs as the group stage ends. A victory here can improve net run rate and morale. A loss could make progress difficult.

Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals are close to the top of the table. Those teams try to confirm their placement in the top two also get a direct route to Qualifier 1.

Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants are in the middle of the group. Each point has value. These teams cannot afford to make mistakes now.

Conclusion

May 4 2025, should have important cricket with two exciting matches. Players have good form and playoff hopes are at stake. Fans can anticipate hard hitting, tactical bowling in addition to suspenseful moments.

Whether at Eden Gardens with its lively atmosphere or at Dharamsala with its beautiful location, Sunday will supply good cricket entertainment.

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