Match 39 : TATA IPL 2025 - KKR vs GT : Dream 11 Predictions & Picks !

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans

Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Fantasy Cricket Blog by Apna Cricket Team

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The Eden Challenge Returns

Match 39 of Tata IPL 2025 brings us to the electric city of Kolkata for a high-stakes clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Gujarat Titans (GT). With both teams battling for a strong playoff push, the fantasy cricket stakes are just as intense. GT's all-round dominance faces off against KKR's explosive unpredictability at the iconic Eden Gardens — a venue known for producing thrillers.

For fantasy players, this is one of those games where smart picks and tactical captaincy choices can help you crack even the toughest leagues. And if you play fantasy cricket in IPL and still haven’t tried ACT’s AI Fantasy Team Builder Pass, now’s the time. It gives you AI-generated, data-driven fantasy teams backed by player stats and recent form 

This blog is your ultimate guide to crafting the best fantasy cricket team for this match, featuring our signature sections:

- ACT's Stadium Ki Samajh (Stadium Report)

- Batters' Battle

- Bowlers' Battle

- Top Fantasy Picks powered by ACT's GL Saathi

- ACT's AI Fantasy Team Builder Pass - Your AI-powered winning strategy

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ACT’s Stadium Ki Samajh – Eden Gardens, Kolkata

The Eden Gardens surface has been slightly two-paced this season, rewarding smart pacers early on and quality spinners later in the innings. The average first-innings score here has hovered around 178, and chasing has been tricky under lights if early wickets fall.

Big hitters like Andre Russell and Shubman Gill have enjoyed this venue, but bowlers like Rashid Khan and Sunil Narine have also dominated due to the longer square boundaries and slow bounce.

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Fantasy Focus – Who Has the Better Set of Players?

Looking purely from a fantasy cricket lens, Gujarat Titans (GT) come into this match with a better-balanced fantasy squad. They have:

- Reliable batters in Shubman Gill and Jos Buttler

- World-class bowlers like Rashid Khan, Siraj, and Rabada

- All-rounders like Rahul Tewatia and Washington Sundar

Meanwhile, KKR is a high-risk, high-reward fantasy outfit. Players like Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, and Venkatesh Iyer can give you huge returns or nothing at all. Their performances are more unpredictable across formats.

So, for safer fantasy gains, GT provides a more consistent fantasy core, while KKR players are better suited for grand leagues (GLs) where you want differential picks.

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Batters' Battle – Key Fantasy Face-offs

Shubman Gill vs Anrich Nortje
GT’s captain is in sublime form and thrives on pace. But Nortje’s raw speed and bounce could test his technique early.

Venkatesh Iyer vs Siraj and Rabada
Iyer has opened with aggression all season. This battle will define KKR’s powerplay momentum. He’s a strong fantasy pick if KKR bats first.

Jos Buttler vs Varun Chakravarthy
A key middle-over clash. Buttler’s weakness against quality spin makes this an intriguing fantasy contest.

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Bowlers’ Battle – Fantasy Impact Zone

Rashid Khan vs KKR’s Lefties
KKR’s middle-order is loaded with left-handers — Venkatesh, Rinku, and Russell. Rashid’s googlies could be the perfect counter. Expect wickets and dot balls, a dream for fantasy points.

Sunil Narine vs Buttler/Phillips
If Narine bowls early, his powerplay economy can choke GT’s hitters. Bonus: he might open the batting too.

Siraj + Rabada vs Rinku Singh
Rinku’s finishing skills will be tested by two of the best death bowlers. Either way, a fantasy goldmine.

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Top Fantasy Picks (powered by ACT’s GL Saathi)

Safe Small League Picks:

- Shubman Gill (GT) – Mr. Consistent, ideal for C/VC.

- Rashid Khan (GT) – A three-in-one fantasy player: wickets, economy, and potential batting.

- Jos Buttler (GT) – Explosive if GT bats first.

Grand League Differentials:

- Varun Chakravarthy (KKR) – Can sneak in 2-3 wickets unnoticed.

- Sherfane Rutherford (GT) – Hits big and bowls a few overs.

- Venkatesh Iyer (KKR) – Bat + Ball + form = upside.

Avoid/High Risk:

- Ajinkya Rahane (KKR) – Strike rate issues on Eden’s slower track.

- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (KKR) – Risky top-order choice against Siraj and Rabada.