Mumbai Indians (MI) have secured the IPL 2017 playoffs berth successfully, but Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), despite being placed second in the table at the moment, have not qualified yet. Saturday's match between them will determine if KKR can indeed finish the job by the end of the day.
Gautam Gambhir's KKR play their final league game against the Rohit Sharma-led MI. A win absolutely takes them to the next round. A draw maybe does not, while a defeat makes things a bit more complicated for them.
KKR are facing competition for a top four finish from the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS) and the Kings XI Punjab (KXIP).
The entire playoffs scenario explained.
KKR vs MI: Head to head record
Mumbai Indians have a superior advantage over the Kolkata Knight Riders, winning a total of 14 times and losing five times over the years, since 2007. However, with the action taking place at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Super Saturday, the home team may have gotten a major advantage.
Key names are missing for both sides, for injuries as well as national duties.
Match prediction: MI and KKR are two of the most polished teams in the IPL 2017 and it is hard to call who will be the victor. As for the cricket lovers, the match remains unmissable. Those in Kolkata, don't miss a chance to catch the game from the stadium!
Match schedule
- Date: May 13
- Time: 8 pm IST
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Where to watch live
India: TV: Sony Six, Sony Six HD (English), Sony ESPN, Sony ESPN HD (Tamil, Telugu, Bengali), Sony Max (Hindi). Live Streaming: Hotstar.
International: Live Streaming: Cricketgateway.
South Africa: TV: SuperSport Two. Live Streaming: SuperSport Live Video.
Middle East: TV: OSN Sports Cricket. Live Streaming: OSN Play.
USA: TV: Willow TV. Live Streaming: Willow TV Online.
UK: Live Streaming: Watch Sky Sports.
