KKR vs LSG IPL 2025 Match Shifted From Kolkata to Guwahati Due to Security Concerns

Kolkata Police cites Ram Navami celebrations as the reason for its inability to provide security for the April 6 IPL match at Eden Gardens.

Kolkata, March 20, 2025 – Kolkata Knight Riders’ home match against Lucknow Super Giants on April 6, 2025, has been relocated to Guwahati after Kolkata Police expressed its inability to provide security due to Ram Navami celebrations.

Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) President Snehasish Ganguly confirmed the development, stating that there was no possibility of rescheduling the game within Kolkata.

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Why Was the Match Shifted?

➡️ Kolkata Police cited massive Ram Navami celebrations across the city, with over 20,000 processions expected.
➡️ Security concerns over managing a 65,000-strong crowd at Eden Gardens.
➡️ CAB’s request to the BCCI for rescheduling was denied due to fixture constraints.
➡️ Last year, KKR’s home match vs Rajasthan Royals was also affected by security concerns on Ram Navami.

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Official Statements & Reactions

📢 Snehasish Ganguly (CAB President): “We requested BCCI to reschedule the match, but since that was not possible, the game is being shifted to Guwahati.”

📢 BJP Leader Suvendu Adhikari: Announced over 20,000 processions across West Bengal for Ram Navami, leading to increased security requirements.

📢 BCCI & IPL Organizers: Yet to release an official statement confirming the venue change.

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Impact on KKR & LSG Fans

📌 KKR was expected to enjoy home advantage at Eden Gardens, but the move disrupts fan plans and ticket sales.
📌 Guwahati, which has hosted IPL matches before, will now see an unexpected marquee clash.
📌 LSG, owned by Sanjiv Goenka’s RPSG Group, may enjoy decent local support in the Northeast.

With no alternative dates available, this decision ensures the IPL schedule remains undisturbed while avoiding security complications in Kolkata.

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