Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders taking place? Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders will take place on Thursday 23rd September, 2021 at 15:00 (UK)
Where is Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders taking place? Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders will take place at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi
What is the expected weather for Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders? 32-34c with sunshine at first before clear skies later alongside a gentle breeze.
Where can I get tickets for Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders? Check each team’s official website for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders on in the UK? Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
MUMBAI INDIANS
- Mumbai Indians were beaten by fierce rivals Chennai Super Kings after failing to chase down 157 for victory, ultimately falling to a 20-run defeat.
- The absence of both captain Rohit Sharma and all-rounder Hardik Pandya due to injury was a huge blow for Mumbai and they’ll be desperately hoping that both are fit to play here.
KOLKATA KNIGHT RIDERS
- Kolkata Knight Riders put in an excellent round performance to stun Royal Challengers Bangalore in their first match since the resumption of the competition, bowling RCB out for just 92, before chasing that target down for the loss of just a single wicket.
- Following such a strong all-round showing from Eoin Morgan’s side, it would be a surprise if they were to change their starting line-up for this game.
THE PREDICTION
A response is expected from Mumbai Indians following their defeat against Chennai as has usually been the case in previous IPL’s whenever they have gotten off to a losing starts, however in KKR they face an opponent full of confidence who have adapted brilliantly to conditions in the UAE. Key to the outcome of this match is likely to be the fitness of Rohit and Hardik, with the former in particular so crucial to Mumbai not just for his batting at the top of the order, but also for his outstanding leadership skills. The shrewd move here is to wait until the team line-ups have been revealed. Should Rohit and Hardik be named in the Mumbai Indians side, then they look the side to be favoured for victory. However, if skipper Rohit was to miss out once again, backing Kolkata Knight Riders to win a second successive match since the IPL’s resumption looks a smart play.
