KKR vs. LSG IPL 2025 Match Rescheduled to April 8, Remains in Kolkata
Due to unforeseen circumstances surrounding Ram Navami festivities in Kolkata, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially rescheduled the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match between the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Initially slated for April 6th, the contest will now take place on April 8th, 2025, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
Background and Reasoning
The decision to reschedule the match was prompted by a request from the Kolkata Police to the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB). The police department requires significant personnel deployment across the city to manage the Ram Navami celebrations, making it challenging to ensure adequate security for the IPL match on the original date. The BCCI, in consultation with the CAB, accommodated this request to ensure public safety and order.
Match Details
- Original Date: April 6, 2025
- New Date: April 2025, 8th
- Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Impact on IPL Schedule
The rescheduling has necessitated minor adjustments to the IPL 2025 schedule. Here's a breakdown:
- April 6 (Sunday): Will now feature a single-header match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans at 7:30 PM IST (Match No. 20).
- April 8 (Tuesday): Will be a double-header day. The KKR vs. LSG match will be the afternoon fixture, followed by a clash between Punjab Kings and Chennai Super Kings in New Chandigarh in the evening (Match No. 22).
Previous Speculation and Confirmation
Prior to the official announcement, there was speculation that the match might be moved to Guwahati. However, Snehashish Ganguly, President of the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), confirmed that the game would remain in Kolkata. The BCCI’s decision ultimately solidified this, dispelling the earlier rumors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Why was the match rescheduled? The rescheduling was due to the need for significant police deployment for Ram Navami festivities in Kolkata.
- Will the match be held in a different city? No, the match will remain in Kolkata.
- What is the new date and time of the KKR vs. LSG match? The match will now be played on April 8, 2025, at 3:30 PM IST.
- How does this change affect other IPL matches? Only the dates of the matches on April 6th and 8th have been altered. The rest of the schedule remains unchanged.
Stay tuned for further updates on IPL 2025, including the complete schedule, points table, top run-scorers (IPL Orange Cap), and leading wicket-takers (IPL Purple Cap).