# GT vs KKR Match Preview, Prediction, Lineups, Teams, and How to Watch IPL 2026 Match 25

URL: https://technosports.co.in/gt-vs-kkr-match-preview-prediction-lineups/  
Published: 2026-04-16  
Updated: 2026-04-16  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Gujarat Titans host Kolkata Knight Riders on **April 17 at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium** — and this IPL 2026 clash couldn’t be more contrasting. One team is flying; the other is searching for its first win. Here’s everything you need ahead of tonight’s match.

## GT vs KKR Match 25 at a Glance

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | GT vs KKR, IPL 2026 — Match 25 |
| **Date & Time** | Friday, 17 April 2026, 7:30 PM IST |
| **Venue** | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| **Live Broadcast** | JioStar Network Channels |
| **Live Streaming** | JioHotstar (App & Website) |

## Current Form & Context

**Gujarat Titans (GT)** sit 6th on the points table with 2 wins from 4 games. After a rocky start with back-to-back losses, they’ve strung together back-to-back wins and are riding a confidence wave heading into this home fixture.

![GT vs KKR](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/GTs-KKR.jpg)

**Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)**, meanwhile, are rock bottom — 0 wins from 4 matches. The three-time [Indian Premier League](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indian_Premier_League) champions are in crisis mode, and Ajinkya Rahane’s side desperately needs a win tonight to kickstart their campaign.

## Predicted Playing XIs

**Gujarat Titans:** Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Washington Sundar, Glenn Phillips, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Ashok Sharma, Prasidh Krishna *Impact Player: Shahrukh Khan*

**Kolkata Knight Riders:** Finn Allen, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi (WK), Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, Kartik Tyagi *Impact Player: Vaibhav Arora*

## Head-to-Head: GT vs KKR

| Stat | Record |
| --- | --- |
| Matches Played | 4 |
| GT Wins | 3 |
| KKR Wins | 1 |
| Last Meeting | April 21, 2025 — GT Won |

GT have dominated this fixture historically — and the head-to-head doesn’t offer KKR much comfort.

## Pitch Report & Key Players to Watch

The **Narendra Modi Stadium** surface is batting-friendly upfront, but slows as the innings progresses — a happy hunting ground for spinners in the back half. Expect totals in the 175–195 range.

**Bat:** Shubman Gill is in irresistible form with 165 runs in 3 matches at an average of 50+. Watch him closely. **Ball:** Prasidh Krishna is leading the **Purple Cap** race with 10 wickets in 4 innings — he’s the most dangerous bowler on the park right now.

For deeper IPL 2026 analysis and fantasy tips, check out [TechnoSports’ IPL 2026 coverage](https://technosports.co.in) and our [IPL team-by-team preview series](https://technosports.co.in).

## GT vs KKR Prediction

**Gujarat Titans are heavy favourites — win probability: GT 75% | KKR 25%.**

Home advantage, superior form, a dominant head-to-head record, and the in-form Prasidh Krishna all point in GT’s direction. KKR will need a miracle performance to snap their losing streak at the world’s largest cricket stadium.

**Predicted winner: Gujarat Titans 🏏**

## FAQs

### **Q: Where can I watch GT vs KKR IPL 2026 Match 25 live?**

The match is available live on **JioStar Network** TV channels and streaming on the **JioHotstar** app and website — free for JioStar subscribers.

### **Q: What time does the GT vs KKR IPL 2026 match start?**

 The GT vs KKR Match 25 starts at **7:30 PM IST on Friday, 17 April 2026**, at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.