KKR host GT at Eden Gardens as both sides chase playoff spots

Kolkata Knight Riders host Gujarat Titans at Eden Gardens on Friday, with both sides needing wins to stay alive in the playoff race. KKR lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six wickets at Bangalore, while GT hammered Sunrisers Hyderabad by 82 runs at home.

GT are one win away from confirming a playoff spot after 59 matches. KKR haven't secured qualification yet and can't afford another slip. The difference so far: GT's hard-length bowling has choked teams all season, while KKR's Eden Gardens record this year has been patchy.

Rachin Ravindra left the squad this week to join New Zealand's Test tour of England, which thins KKR's middle order heading into a must-win. GT will push for the top spot if they win; KKR need to find their rhythm at home.