The iconic Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata is all set to host Match 15 of IPL 2025 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on April 3. As fans gear up for this high-octane encounter, here’s a complete look at the pitch conditions, weather forecast, recent match stats, and whether it’s a batting or bowling-friendly surface.
Eden Gardens Stadium – Quick Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1864 |
| Capacity | 66,000 |
| Ends | High Court End, Pavilion End |
| Curator | Probir Mukherjee |
| Home Teams | Bengal, Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Floodlights | Yes |
Eden Gardens Weather Report for April 3, 2025
- Temperature: 36°C (RealFeel: 41°C)
- Humidity: 60% to 79%
- Wind: SSW at 9–30 km/h
- Precipitation: 0.0 mm
- Rain Chance: Just 4%
- Cloud Cover: 62%
- UV Index: 7 (Unhealthy for Sensitive)
Conclusion: The weather is hot with moderate humidity and almost no chance of rain. Expect a full, uninterrupted match under lights.
Eden Gardens Pitch Report for KKR vs SRH IPL 2025
The pitch at Eden Gardens has been under scrutiny this season, especially after KKR skipper Ajinkya Rahane requested more spin-friendly tracks. However, curator Sujan Mukherjee stood firm on keeping the pitch neutral.
Read Also:- KKR vs SRH Head to Head
What to Expect From the Pitch?
- The surface is expected to be dry with some turn for spinners.
- Early overs may offer seam movement for fast bowlers.
- Batters can cash in after powerplay as the pitch settles.
- Outfield is fast, helping aggressive stroke play.
- The toss-winning team may prefer to bowl first.
Eden Gardens is typically a batting-friendly pitch but if the surface is drier, spinners like Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy could play a crucial role.
Eden Gardens IPL Stats (Since 2024)
| Category | Stat |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 8 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 3 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 5 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 194.87 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 193.25 |
| Average Run Rate | 10.37 |
| Wickets by Pacers | 64.13% |
| Wickets by Spinners | 35.86% |
The numbers clearly suggest Eden Gardens has been a high-scoring venue, with fast bowlers picking up more wickets than spinners in recent IPL games.
Eden Gardens T20 Stats – Last 10 Matches
| Aspect | 1st Innings | 2nd Innings |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Score | 137 | 93 |
| Avg 4s | 14 | 10 |
| Avg 6s | 3 | 2 |
| Avg Wickets Lost | 5 | 6 |
| Fantasy Batting Points | 171 | 119 |
| Fantasy Bowling Points | 179 | 156 |
| Pace Points | 43 | 57 |
| Spin Points | 30 | 45 |
Though pacers dominate overall, spinners have a better impact in the second innings.
Highest & Lowest Scores at Eden Gardens
| Category | Score | Teams | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Total (T20) | 204/2 | AP-W vs MAH-W | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Highest Successful Chase | 2/2 | KKR vs RCB | Mar 22, 2025 |
| Lowest Total (T20) | 70 all out | BAN vs NZ | – |
Last 5 T20 Matches at Eden Gardens
| Match | Result | 1st Inn Score | 2nd Inn Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| KKR vs RCB | KKR won (chased 2) | RCB 2/2 | – |
| AP-W vs MAH-W | AP-W won | 204/2 | – |
| IND vs WI | IND won | 186/5 (defended) | WI 162/4 |
| SL vs IND | IND chased 317 | SL 317/3 | IND 319/3 |
| INDW vs ENGW | ENGW won | INDW 63 all out | ENGW chased |
Final Take – Is Eden Gardens a Batting or Bowling Pitch?
| Aspect | Favorable To |
|---|---|
| Overall Nature | Batting |
| Early Overs | Pace Bowlers |
| Later Overs | Spinners |
| Fantasy Tip | Mix of Power Hitters + Quality Spinners |
| Toss Decision | Bowl First (if pitch is not too dry) |
While Eden Gardens has always been high-scoring and batter-friendly, this IPL 2025 clash may see a slightly drier surface favoring spinners due to KKR’s request. However, pace bowlers with variations and cutters may also play a key role in the second half as the pitch slows down.
