For the first time since 2021, Sunil Narine will not be present for the KKR game against RR.

In a crucial IPL 2025 match between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Guwahati, KKR faced a setback as star player Sunil Narine was ruled out due to illness.

Narine, last season's MVP, had delivered standout performances, including a century and key wickets against RR previously.

Moeen Ali stepped in to make his debut for KKR, replacing Narine in the lineup. Ajinkya Rahane, KKR captain, opted to bowl first, citing the dew factor as a decisive element on the pitch.

Meanwhile, RR made a change by bringing Wanindu Hasaranga into their XI in place of Fazalhaq Farooqi.

Both teams aim to bounce back after learning from their previous matches in this high-stakes contest.