Ajinkya Rahane vs Prince Yadav:
Ajinkya Rahane’s form has been a major concern this season, with inconsistent returns at the top of the order. Prince Yadav, who has already taken 13 wickets in IPL 2026, will look to attack early with pace and movement.
Mitchell Marsh vs Varun Chakaravarthy:
Mitchell Marsh has scored 210 runs in seven matches this season but has struggled for consistency. Varun Chakaravarthy will aim to exploit this during the middle overs with his variations, especially as KKR’s spin attack has been key in controlling scoring phases.
Nicholas Pooran vs Kartik Tyagi:
Nicholas Pooran remains a dangerous finisher despite inconsistent returns, making him a key threat in the death overs. Kartik Tyagi’s role will be critical, as he must execute yorkers and slower balls accurately to contain Pooran in death overs.
