IPL 2018: KKR vs SRH, Knight Riders probable playing XI against Sunrisers Hyderabad

Middle-order

Uthappa needs to come good for KKR

Here comes Kolkata's linchpin. In the absence of Gautam Gambhir, Robin Uthappa holds the key to KKR’s fortunes this season.

In a batting lineup full of aggressive hitters, Uthappa will bring a sense of calmness. He was in good touch against Chennai Super Kings but was unlucky to get run-out on 29. Time for a big innings from Uthappa.

Nitish Rana made an important 34 against Royal Challengers Bangalore in his first game, but was dismissed for 16 in his second.

He is getting used to the conditions at the Eden Gardens. Expect him to take the No.4 slot in the KKR batting line up.

Tamil Nadu wicket-keeper batsman Dinesh Karthik will captain the side once again. He is in good form at the moment.

Karthik scored an unbeaten 35 against Bangalore but was dismissed for 26 against the Chennai Super Kings. He will complete the KKR middle-order.