The KKR vs PBKS match in the Indian Premier League 2026 has been called off due to rain. The umpires stopped the contest after rain got heavier at the Eden Gardens, with Kolkata Knight Riders reaching 25 for 2 in 3.4 overs. Finn Allen and Cameron Green were dismissed by fast bowler Xavier Bartlett.
The weather forecast for the evening was grim as the meteorological department had already predicted heavy rainfall on April 6. There was a cloud cover when the toss took place, with the home captain Ajinkya Rahane deciding to bat first after the outcome went in his favour.
“We would bat first as the wicket looks nice, but it is also on the drier side. It is important to put runs on the board and put the rivals under pressure. The boys are confident and looking forward to the match,” Ajinkya Rahane said.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer would have bowled first had he won the toss. “We were looking to bowl first. I am happy with the outcome of the toss. We are blessed to have a coach like Ricky Ponting who gives freedom to the players. It is important to execute our plans in the middle, and we have done well so far,” Shreyas Iyer said.
With no result, Kolkata and Punjab have got one point each, taking the latter’s tally to five from 3 matches. The three times have one point from three contests.
Ajinkya Rahane’s side lost to the Mumbai Indians and the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the first two matches. Punjab thumped the Gujarat Titans and the Chennai Super Kings.
