Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants predictions, Apr 09, 2026

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As the Indian Premier League heats up, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face off against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 9, 2026, at Eden Gardens. Both teams will be eager to turn their fortunes around, with KKR seeking their first win after two consecutive losses, while LSG also looks to break their recent drought following a narrow defeat in their last outing.

Recent form indicates that KKR has struggled to find their rhythm, lacking in both batting consistency and bowling effectiveness. Their home advantage at Eden Gardens could provide a crucial boost, traditionally favoring spin-friendly bowlers that may challenge the Lucknow lineup.

Conversely, LSG comes into the match with their own set of challenges, displaying resilience but needing to convert competitive performances into victories. Their batting order has shown promise, but they must strengthen their approach against KKR’s spinners, particularly in the latter stages of the innings.

With bookmakers slightly favoring KKR at odds of 1.82 against LSG’s 1.92, the match promises to be competitive. Fans can expect a closely contested battle, but given both teams’ recent performances, predicting a definitive outcome remains difficult.

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Kolkata
51.2%
Lucknow Super Giants
48.8%

Outrights of Indian Premier League Cricket Lucknow Super Giants: 4.62% Kolkata Knight Riders: 4.1%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.78 1.85
MarathonBet 1.87 1.97
Pinnacle 1.82 1.92

Latest Results

02.04.26 Kolkata Knight Riders – Sunrisers Hyderabad – 161:226
29.03.26 Mumbai Indians – Kolkata Knight Riders – 224:220
25.05.25 Kolkata Knight Riders – Sunrisers Hyderabad – 168:278
17.05.25 Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Kolkata Knight Riders – Abandoned
07.05.25 Kolkata Knight Riders – Chennai Super Kings – 179:183
01.04.26 Lucknow Super Giants – Delhi Capitals – 141:145
27.05.25 Lucknow Super Giants – Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 227:230
22.05.25 Gujarat Titans – Lucknow Super Giants – 202:235
19.05.25 Lucknow Super Giants – Sunrisers Hyderabad – 205:206
04.05.25 Punjab Kings – Lucknow Super Giants – 236:199

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Kolkata won 2.
  • Kolkata may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Kolkata won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 1115:1098. (average 185.8:183).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Kolkata won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 779:785. (average 194.8:196.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.04.25 Kolkata Knight Riders – Lucknow Super Giants – 234:238
    05.05.24 Lucknow Super Giants – Kolkata Knight Riders – 137:235
    14.04.24 Kolkata Knight Riders – Lucknow Super Giants – 162:161
    20.05.23 Kolkata Knight Riders – Lucknow Super Giants – 175:176
    18.05.22 Kolkata Knight Riders – Lucknow Super Giants – 208:210

    Standings

    2026

    Pts W L N/R Pts
    1 Sunrisers Hyderabad 2 1 1 0 427:364 2
    2 Mumbai Indians 1 1 0 0 224:220 2
    3 Delhi Capitals 1 1 0 0 145:141 2
    4 Punjab Kings 1 1 0 0 165:162 2
    5 Royal Challengers Bengaluru 1 1 0 0 203:201 2
    6 Rajasthan Royals 1 1 0 0 128:127 2
    7 Chennai Super Kings 1 0 1 0 127:128 0
    8 Gujarat Titans 1 0 1 0 162:165 0
    9 Lucknow Super Giants 1 0 1 0 141:145 0
    10 Kolkata Knight Riders 2 0 2 0 381:450 0

    Indian Premier League Cricket Outrights

    1. Mumbai Indians: 3.58 (24.07%)

    2. Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 5.53 (15.58%)

    3. Punjab Kings: 7.07 (12.2%)

    4. Sunrisers Hyderabad: 10.13 (8.51%)

    5. Rajasthan Royals: 10.13 (8.51%)

    6. Delhi Capitals: 10.83 (7.96%)

    7. Gujarat Titans: 11 (7.84%)

    8. Chennai Super Kings: 13 (6.63%)

    9. Lucknow Super Giants: 18.67 (4.62%)

    10. Kolkata Knight Riders: 21 (4.1%)

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