April 9, New Delhi: In the 15th match of IPL 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders will face Lucknow Super Giants at Eden Gardens, aiming for their first win after a disappointing start to the season.
Led by Ajinkya Rahane, KKR have struggled with injuries to key bowlers and inconsistent spin performances. Players like Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine also missed the previous game, weakening their bowling attack.
KKR now heavily rely on their batting to secure victories, but they face a strong LSG bowling unit. Young pacer Prince Yadav has impressed this season, quickly increasing his wicket tally while maintaining a good economy rate. Along with Mohammed Shami, he has strengthened LSG's powerplay bowling, making them a tough side to beat.