The 2017 IPL continues at a pace, with Sunrisers Hyderabad welcoming Kolkata Knight Riders to the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

Both sides go into this in fine shape, looking to move one step closer to Playoff qualification as the battle for top spot intensifies.

The hosts can move within a point of top of the table Kolkata who themselves would move two points clear of the chasing pack with victory and look a sure bet for one of the top two places.

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