Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 44 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The previous match between the two sides delivered an all time low-scoring blockbuster.
KKR vs PBKS, IPL 2025: Match Details
- Date & Time: April 26, 2025, 7:30 pm IST
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Live Broadcast: Star Sports, Jio Hotstar
KKR vs PBKS Match Preview:
The iconic Eden Gardens will host a gripping IPL 2025 encounter between KKR and PBKS. KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, are eager to rebound after a shocking defeat earlier this season, where they failed to chase PBKS’s record-low 111 in Mullanpur. Sunil Narine’s spin and Rahane’s explosive batting will be pivotal, especially on a batting-friendly pitch.
Meanwhile, PBKS, captained by Shreyas Iyer, KKR’s 2024 title-winning skipper, enter with confidence. Iyer’s aggressive batting combined with KKR’s spinners, Narine and Varun Chakravarthy, give PBKS an edge. Yuzvendra Chahal’s 4/28 in the previous meeting exposed KKR’s spin woes, and PBKS will bank on his ability again. Keeping the visitor’ form in mind, they are a slight favourite to win.
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KKR vs PBKS Score Prediction
Case 1:
- KKR wins the toss and bowls first
- PBKS powerplay score: 65-70
- PBKS total: 200-210
Case 2:
- PBKS wins the toss and bowls first
- KKR powerplay score: 55-60
- KKR total: 190-200
Today’s match prediction
The team batting second have a significant chance of winning.
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