IPL 2018: Match 13, KKR vs DD - Weather Forecast

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) were stunned by Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their last game and have now lost their last couple of matches. Suddenly, there are problems compounding for them with the dearth of quality fast bowlers following injuries to Mitchell Starc and Kamlesh Nagarkoti. On Monday, they will face the resurgent Delhi Daredevils who are coming off a strong away victory over Mumbai Indians. While, the game is surely going to be a mouthwatering prospect, the rain in the city of joy might ruin things for the fans.

Dinesh Karthik has blown hot and cold as the skipper of the side so far and has attracted a lot of ire after few bizarre decisions in their last game. It is important for him to stay calm and win the hearts of the fans as KKR means a lot for them. On the other hand, Gautam Gambhir will visit the Eden Gardens but this time to play against them. It is the venue and the city which he once called as his second home and surely the people will shower all the love and praises for him when he is on the field.

Will it rain again in Kolkata?

According to Accu Weather, the thunderstorms are about to arrive around 2 PM and there are 51 percent chances of rain until 4 in the evening. But clouds dramatically will get clear in the lead up to the game and though there are grim chances of heavens opening up around 6 PM an excellent drainage system at the venue should not affect the start of the game. It is expected to stay clar during the entire duration of the match as there would be no cloud cover as well. But the humidity will increase drastically due to the constantly changing weather in the city.

Rain interrupted the last game for a bout an hour and one should not be relaxed as it an rain anytime. The groundsmen will have to be on their toes all the time.

Overall Verdict: Though there is rain ahead of the game in the city of joy, the game should start on time and the fans will get a chance to witness the action of full 40 overs.

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