The first Qualifier of IPL 2024 is scheduled to take place at the huge Narendra Modi Stadium between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Both teams would look to win the match to qualify for the finals, which is scheduled to be played at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai. The team which loses the Qualifier 1 will face the winner of the Eliminator in the Qualifier 2 on 24 May. The final of the tournament is going to be played on 26 May 2024.
KKR vs SRH, Qualifier 1: Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report
Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is a batting paradise in IPL 2024. Just like the other cricket grounds in the tournament, the Narendra Modi Stadium has offered little to no help to bowlers. Both the pacers and spinners have gone for plenty at the venue in this IPL. The pitch for the Qualifier 1 is going to be no different. A high-scoring match is definitely on the cards. Both KKR and SRH have gone hard with the bat in this IPL. Therefore, anything below 250 is going to be achievable at the venue while chasing.
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KKR vs SRH, Qualifier 1: Narendra Modi Stadium Weather Forecast
There are no chances of rain during the Qualifier 1 in Ahmedabad. It is going to be a hot and humid day. Dew might also not play a big factor in the match. However, still the teams will look to bat second. The temperature during the match is expected to hover between 37 to 40 degree Celsius.