The 57th match of the IPL 2025 season features a thrilling contest between the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). The game is scheduled for May 07, 2025, at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, with the first ball set to be bowled at 7:30 PM IST.
Eden Gardens in Kolkata has been one of the most exciting venues in IPL 2025. The pitch has produced big totals, nail-biting finishes, and high-scoring thrillers. Let’s take a look at the last 10 IPL games played here and what they tell us about the pitch and playing conditions.
Eden Gardens – Last 10 IPL Matches Summary
| Match No. | Team 1 | Score | Team 2 | Score | Pace Wkts | Spin Wkts | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KKR | 179/6 | CSK | 183/8 | 6 | 8 | CSK won by 2 Wickets |
| 2 | PBKS | – | KKR | – | – | – | No result due to rain |
| 3 | GT | 198/3 | KKR | 159/8 | 7 | 3 | GT won by 39 runs |
| 4 | LSG | 238/3 (20) | KKR | 234/7 (20) | 8 | 2 | LSG won by 4 runs |
| 5 | KKR | 200/6 (20) | SRH | 120/10 (16.4) | 9 | 6 | KKR won by 80 runs |
| 6 | KKR | 174/8 | RCB | 177/3 (16.2) | 5 | 6 | RCB won by 7 wickets |
| 7 | KKR | 157/7 (16) | MI | 139/8 (16) | 8 | 5 | KKR won by 18 runs (DLS) |
| 8 | DC | 153/9 (20) | KKR | 157/3 (16.3) | 6 | 6 | KKR won by 7 wickets |
| 9 | KKR | 261/6 | PBKS | 262/2 (18.4) | 4 | 2 | PBKS won by 8 wickets |
| 10 | KKR | 222/6 (20) | RCB | 221/10 (20) | 12 | 3 | KKR won by 1 run |
| 11 | KKR | 223/6 | RR | 224/8 (20) | 8 | 5 | RR won by 2 wickets |
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Key Takeaways from Eden Gardens Pitch
High-Scoring Ground
- 6 out of the last 10 matches had scores of 200+.
- The pitch is great for batting, especially in the first innings.
Chasing is Tough
- Teams batting first won 6 times, while chasing teams won 4 times.
- Most successful teams at Eden Gardens have put big totals on the board and defended them well.
Pace vs Spin – Wicket Analysis
| Type of Bowling | Total Wickets in 10 Matches |
|---|---|
| Pace | 78 |
| Spin | 39 |
- Pace bowlers have taken twice the number of wickets as spinners.
- However, spinners have been effective in controlling runs and taking middle-order wickets, especially in the second innings.
Expert View: What to Expect Today?
With such a track record, teams winning the toss may prefer to bat first, post a 200+ total, and defend it. Bowlers — especially pacers — should get some help under the lights.
Eden Gardens is a ground where momentum matters. The team that starts well with the bat usually controls the game.
