KKR vs PBKS IPL 2025 Match Preview:
Eden Gardens is set for an exciting match as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face Punjab Kings (PBKS) under perfect weather. The match starts at 7:30 PM IST. KKR, the defending champions of IPL 2024, are hoping to bounce back after two back-to-back defeats. In their last match against PBKS, KKR were bowled out for just 95 runs.
Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, are currently fifth on the points table with 10 points and only three losses. A win tonight will boost their chances of making it to the playoffs, helping them move ahead of teams like Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
KKR vs PBKS Pitch Report:
Eden Gardens is known as a batting-friendly pitch, especially in the first innings. The average first innings score here is around 181 runs, and teams often score around 193. However, in the second innings, fast bowlers might get some help under the lights. The captain winning the toss might choose to bat first to score big and control the game early.
KKR vs PBKS Kolkata Weather Update:
According to AccuWeather, Kolkata will have sunny weather during the day with a maximum temperature of 37°C, dropping to 31°C at night. There is no chance of rain, meaning fans can enjoy a full match. However, thunderstorms are predicted later in the week.
KKR vs PBKS Predicted Playing XI:
Kolkata Knight Riders:
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Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk)
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RK Singh
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Angkrish Raghuvanshi
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Ajinkya Rahane (C)
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Venkatesh Iyer
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Ramandeep Singh
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Andre Russell
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Sunil Narine
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Moeen Ali
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Varun Chakravarthy
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Harshit Rana
Punjab Kings:
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Prabhsimran Singh
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Josh Inglis (wk)
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Nehal Wadhera
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Shreyas Iyer (C)
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Priyansh Arya
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Shashank Singh
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Marcus Stoinis
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Marco Jansen
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Arshdeep Singh
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Yuzvendra Chahal
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Xavier Bartlett
Live Streaming and Broadcast:
KKR vs PBKS IPL 2025 match will be streamed live on the JioHotstar app and broadcast on the Star Sports Network. Toss will happen at 7 PM IST.
