KKR vs PBKS Highlights, IPL 2025: After just one over of the second innings, rain stopped play at the Eden Gardens. It did stop raining around 10:20 PM (IST) and the ground staff were trying their best to make the conditions ready for action to begin soon. Sadly, the rain returned once again and this time it did not went away. Eventually, rain played spoilsport and the match was called off.
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KKR vs PBKS Highlights, IPL 2025: Rain plays spoilsport at Eden Gardens, Match called off
KKR vs PBKS Highlights, IPL 2025: After just one over of the second innings, rain stopped play at the Eden Gardens. It did stop raining around 10:20 PM (IST) and the ground staff were trying their best to make the conditions ready for action to begin soon. Sadly, the rain returned once again and this time it did not went away. Eventually, rain played spoilsport and the match was called off.
In the second innings, Sunil Narine and Rahmanullah Gurbaz got seven runs off the first over of Marco Jansen but KKR did not get a chance to showcase their batting due to the bad weather. Earlier, Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya demolised the KKR bowling attack after PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bat first against KKR.
Punjab openers Prabhsimran and Priyansh got their team to a flying start in the powerplay with 56 runs on the board without loss of a wicket. KKR's spin duo - Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine failed to impress tonight as they could not trouble the top order of PBKS. Arya and Singh added 120 for the first wicket.
After carnage from the PBKS openers, it was Andre Russell who provided the first breakthrough with the wicket of Priyansh Arya. From then on, it was Prabhsimran Singh who took the matter into his own hands and smashed the KKR bowlers before getting dismissed on 83 off 49 deliveries. Varun Chakravarthy once again got the better of Glenn Maxwell as he dismissed the Aussie for 7 off 8. Shreyas Iyer contributed with an unbeaten 25 off 16 balls. KKR will be happy with their performance in the death overs as they gave away just 43 runs in the last six.
Punjab Kings would be disappointed after sharing a point with KKR as they posted a challenging total on a pitch where it was not easy to chase 200 plus. PBKS move to fourth position in the points table whereas KKR are now seventh.
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ℹ️MATCH INFO
Punjab Kings leapfrog to 4th spot! They've bagged 11 points from 9 fiery contests. Next stop? Chennai, where they'll lock horns with the Super Kings on Wednesday, April 30th. Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders cling to 7th, still sporting 7 points from 9 outings. That single point from the washout? Could be a golden nugget later on! They're Delhi-bound next, facing the Capitals on Tuesday, April 29th. Hold your hats, cricket fans! The 2025 IPL weekend explodes with a Sunday doubleheader on April 27th. First up, Mumbai Indians versus Lucknow Super Giants at 3:30 PM IST (10 AM GMT) - a clash of titans! Then, under the evening lights, Delhi Capitals battle Royal Challengers Bengaluru at 7:30 PM IST (2 PM GMT). Our pre-game buzz will be in full swing well beforehand, so stay tuned! Until then, farewell!
MATCH INFO
Punjab Kings, electing to bat on a parched pitch, enjoyed a dream start, racing to a 120-run partnership! Arya and Singh initially adopted a watchful approach, with Arya leading the charge early on. Singh then exploded after Arya's dismissal. However, Kolkata Knight Riders wrestled back control, tightening the screws and conceding a mere 43 runs in the final 6 overs, preventing a full-blown PBKS onslaught. Punjab posted a respectable 201, but at one stage, a mammoth total looked inevitable! In response, KKR only faced one over before the weather gods intervened – fierce winds, followed by relentless rain, brought a premature halt to proceedings.
MATCH INFO
The news we feared has broken: the match is ABANDONED due to persistent rain! Both sides will share the spoils, a point apiece, leaving a sense of disappointment lingering in both camps – a chance for a decisive victory squandered. A reduced-overs affair, with KKR boasting all ten wickets in hand, might have tilted the odds in their favor. While this point keeps them in the hunt, it feels like a missed opportunity. PBKS, on the other hand, would have backed their bowling attack to defend their total fiercely. A frustrating conclusion, but that's cricket, folks!
MATCH INFO
PBKS leapfrogs into 4th place! They now sit pretty with 11 points from 9 matches. Next up, it's a trip to Chepauk to face the Super Kings next Wednesday, April 30th - a real clash of titans awaits! KKR, meanwhile, cling to 7th spot. That single point from the washout could be a diamond in the rough later in the season. Their next challenge? A trip to Delhi to take on the Capitals on Tuesday, April 29th. But hold on to your hats, folks, because the weekend is packed! On Sunday, April 27th, we've got a blockbuster doubleheader. First, the Mumbai Indians will be locking horns with the Lucknow Super Giants at 3.30 pm IST (10 am GMT) - expect fireworks! Then, under the evening lights, the Delhi Capitals will be battling it out against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru at 7.30 pm IST (2 pm GMT). Our pre-match analysis for both clashes will be comprehensive, as always. Until then, stay safe and goodbye!
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 10.45 pm IST (5.15 pm GMT): There's a glimmer of hope! The rain is finally easing up, a welcome sight for everyone. However, given the earlier struggles to get the covers on amidst the gale-force winds, the extent of the impact on the surface and outfield remains to be seen. The cut-off time for a 5-over dash is 11.44 pm IST (6.14 pm GMT). Let's pray for some positive news shortly!
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 10.31 pm IST (5.01 pm GMT): The rain persists, and with the wind now dying down, it's not the encouraging sign we hoped for. Earlier, the strong winds offered hope of blowing the rain away, but now, the growing concern is that the rain might settle in for a prolonged spell. We're nearing an hour since play was suspended, meaning that any resumption will inevitably lead to a reduced-overs contest. Stay with us as we await further developments.
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 10.06 pm IST (4.36 pm GMT): Sadly, folks, the weather has taken a turn for the worse! The rainfall is intensifying and now accompanied by lightning. We've got about 30 minutes before we start shedding overs. Let's keep those fingers firmly crossed that the rain relents. On the bright side, the Eden Gardens boasts a world-class drainage system, so once the rain stops, a swift resumption is very possible!
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 9.56 pm IST (4.26 pm GMT): Matthew Hayden, speaking from the commentary box, described the scenes in the middle as absolute chaos as the ground staff battled to deploy the covers! He mentioned a section of the cover nearly took flight into the stands, such was the force of the wind! Thankfully, they managed to regain control. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has identified these as Kalbaisakhi winds, predicted to lash the eastern coasts of West Bengal and Odisha due to the extreme heatwave.
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 9.45 pm IST (4.15 pm GMT): The ground staff faced a herculean task battling strong winds that were blowing in the same direction as they were deploying the covers! Despite the immense challenge, they successfully managed to protect the entire field in the nick of time. The commentators have also confirmed that we have a buffer of one hour before we start losing overs. So, let’s all hope that play can resume as soon as possible.
MATCH INFO
Two left-arm speedsters operating in tandem! Arshdeep Singh steaming in from the far end. And suddenly, a sandstorm descends, causing a brief interruption! It's incredibly windy out there, and the umpires are in discussion. The ground staff are summoned to bring on the covers. The players are making their way off the field as a light drizzle begins to fall. The entire playing surface is being swathed in white sheets. It's not a heavy downpour, so hopefully, it will pass quickly. Fingers crossed! Stay tuned for more updates!
Dot BallOver 0.6Kolkata 7/0
Cracked on a hard length, angling over middle stump! Rahmanullah Gurbaz rises with the bounce, showing solid technique to defend.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz 1(3)Sunil Narine 4(3)
Marco Jansen 0/6(1)
1(1WD)01041(1LB)0
CRR: 7.00RRR: 10.26
Over 0.5Kolkata 7/0
Leg bye! On a challenging hard length, nipping into the batter! Sunil Narine attempts a heave across the line but is undone by the inward movement, rapping him on the pads! A leg bye is scrambled as the ball trickles towards deep backward point.
FOUR!Over 0.4Kolkata 6/0
FOUR! Sunil Narine gets off the mark in style! The bowler angles it in from over the wicket, short of a length, and Narine uses the angle to his advantage, unleashing a powerful swipe that races to the boundary past deep square leg!
Dot BallOver 0.3Kolkata 2/0
Delivered on a slightly shorter length, around the off-stump channel. Sunil Narine ducks underneath, wisely leaving it alone.
1 RunOver 0.2Kolkata 2/0
Back of a length, targeting the hips! Rahmanullah Gurbaz hops onto his toes and neatly tucks it away wide of square leg for a single, getting off the mark.
Over 0.1Kolkata 1/0
Wide! Kolkata Knight Riders get their innings underway with an extra! Sprayed well outside the off-stump tramline from over the wicket, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz offers no temptation to chase it.
Dot BallOver 0.1Kolkata 1/0
Swinging across, tighter to the body, pitched on a length! Rahmanullah Gurbaz correctly shoulders arms, letting it pass harmlessly.
MATCH INFO
Punjab Kings, electing to bat on a bone-dry pitch, roared off to a dream start! A magnificent 120-run opening partnership between Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh laid a superb platform. Arya initially led the charge, but Singh then unleashed his power after Arya's departure. However, Kolkata Knight Riders fought back valiantly, tightening the screws and conceding a mere 43 runs in the last 6 overs, restricting the damage. PBKS reached 201, but at one stage, a much more imposing total looked likely. In response, KKR only faced one over before a whirlwind and torrential rain brought play to a standstill.
MATCH INFO
It's official, folks, the news we feared is here! The match has been ABANDONED due to the relentless downpour. Both teams will share the spoils, a point apiece, and both camps will understandably feel a pang of disappointment at the chance lost for a definitive result. A truncated contest, with all 10 wickets intact, might have favored KKR's explosive batting lineup. While this point keeps them in the hunt, it still feels like a missed opportunity. As for PBKS, they would have backed themselves to defend their total with their varied bowling attack. A frustrating conclusion, but that's cricket!
MATCH INFO
Breaking news! It's 10.45 pm IST (5.15 pm GMT), and the rain is finally showing signs of relenting! A glimmer of hope, folks! However, given the earlier struggle to get the covers on amidst the gale-force winds, we need to assess the impact on the pitch and outfield. The deadline for a 5-over slugfest is 11.44 pm IST (6.14 pm GMT). Keep those fingers crossed for more encouraging updates soon!
MATCH INFO
It's 10.31 pm IST (5.01 pm GMT) and unfortunately, the rain persists. With the wind now easing off, the situation is not necessarily improving. There was earlier optimism that the strong winds would blow the rain clouds away, but the growing concern now is that the rain may settle in for a prolonged period. We've already passed an hour since the interruption, implying that any resumption will be a shortened affair. Stay with us!
MATCH INFO
Update at 10.06 pm IST (4.36 pm GMT): Sadly, folks, the weather has taken a turn for the worse. The rainfall has intensified and is now accompanied by lightning. We have approximately 30 minutes before we start shedding overs. Let's hope this downpour abates quickly. And remember, the Eden Gardens boasts a top-tier drainage system, so once the rain stops, we shouldn't be too long before play resumes.
MATCH INFO
Live on-air, Matthew Hayden described the scene as utterly chaotic as the ground staff attempted to deploy the covers! He noted that a section of the cover almost became airborne due to the ferocious wind, threatening to land in the stands. Fortunately, the ground crew managed to regain control. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), we are experiencing the Kalbaisakhi winds, which were forecast to impact the eastern coasts of West Bengal and Odisha due to the extreme heatwave.
MATCH INFO
At 9.45 pm IST (4.15 pm GMT), the ground staff faced an uphill battle controlling the covers due to the gale-force winds blowing in the same direction. Despite these challenges, they heroically managed to protect the playing surface in time. Furthermore, the commentators have confirmed that we have a one-hour buffer before overs begin to be deducted. Let's hope for a swift resumption of play!
MATCH INFO
Two left-arm seamers operating in tandem! Arshdeep Singh is steaming in from the far end. But wait! Suddenly, a sandstorm descends, causing a brief interruption! The wind is howling out there, and the two umpires are in discussion. The ground staff are being summoned to bring on the covers. The players are leaving the field as a light drizzle begins to fall. The entire ground is now draped in white sheets. It's not a heavy shower, so hopefully, it will pass quickly. Fingers crossed! Stay tuned for updates.
Dot BallOver 0.6Kolkata 7/0
Bang! On a hard length, angling in on middle stump. Rahmanullah Gurbaz rises up nicely to meet the bounce and defends it solidly.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz 1(3)Sunil Narine 4(3)
Marco Jansen 0/6(1)
1(1WD)01041(1LB)0
CRR: 7.00RRR: 10.26
Over 0.5Kolkata 7/0
Leg bye! Pitched up on a hard length, nipping back in towards the batter. Sunil Narine attempts another almighty swipe across the line, but misses! The ball deflects off the pads and rolls towards deep backward point for a leg bye.
FOUR!Over 0.4Kolkata 6/0
FOUR! Sunil Narine gets off the mark with a boundary! Angling in to the left-hander from over the wicket, short of a length, Narine uses the angle, picks his spot and powerfully swats the ball past deep square leg for a cracking boundary!
Dot BallOver 0.3Kolkata 2/0
Delivered on a slightly shorter length, around off stump. Sunil Narine ducks underneath it, letting it pass harmlessly through to the keeper.
1 RunOver 0.2Kolkata 2/0
Back of a length delivery, targeting the hips. Rahmanullah Gurbaz hops onto his toes and flicks it away wide of square leg for a single to get off the mark.
Over 0.1Kolkata 1/0
WIDE! Kolkata Knight Riders are underway with a freebie! Pushed way outside the off stump, well beyond the tramline, Rahmanullah Gurbaz leaves it alone.
Dot BallOver 0.1Kolkata 1/0
Swinging across, much tighter to the body, pitched on a good length. Rahmanullah Gurbaz offers no shot, letting it sail through.
MATCH INFO
Punjab Kings, electing to bat on a bone-dry pitch, got off to a flyer with a magnificent 120-run opening partnership. Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh initially took a cautious approach, with Arya dominating the scoring. Singh then unleashed after Arya's dismissal. However, Kolkata Knight Riders roared back, tightening the screws and conceding a mere 43 runs in the last 6 overs to curtail the scoring. PBKS ultimately posted 201, but they were poised for a significantly larger score at one point. In response, KKR only faced one over before a sudden burst of fierce winds and torrential rain halted play.
MATCH INFO
The dreaded news is confirmed! This match has been ABANDONED due to persistent rain. Both teams will share the spoils, each taking a point from this encounter. Understandably, both camps will feel a tinge of disappointment, missing a golden opportunity to grab a decisive win. A truncated match, with all 10 wickets intact, might have favored KKR. While this point keeps them in the hunt, it still feels like a missed opportunity. As for PBKS, they would have backed themselves to defend their total with their varied bowling attack. A frustrating end, but that's cricket for you!
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 10.45 pm IST (5.15 pm GMT) - There's a glimmer of hope! The rain is finally beginning to ease. However, given the earlier struggles of the ground staff with the covers, the big question is: what impact has the downpour had on the pitch and outfield? The deadline for a 5-over shootout is 11.44 pm IST (6.14 pm GMT). Let's pray for some positive developments soon!
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 10.31 pm IST (5.01 pm GMT) - The rain continues to fall, and the weakening wind is not a promising sign. Initially, there was hope that the strong winds would blow the rain away, but now the fear is that the rain is here to stay. We're almost an hour since play was suspended, meaning any resumption will be a curtailed affair. Stay with us!
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 10.06 pm IST (4.36 pm GMT) - Bad news, folks, the weather is deteriorating. The rain is intensifying and accompanied by lightning now. We have approximately 30 minutes before we start losing overs. Let's keep those fingers crossed that the rain relents. And remember, Eden Gardens' top-notch drainage system will ensure a quick resumption once the rain stops.
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 9.56 pm IST (4.26 pm GMT) - Matthew Hayden, speaking live, described the scenes as utterly chaotic when the covers were brought on. He even mentioned that a section of the cover almost took flight into the stands due to the ferocious wind, but thankfully, the ground staff managed to regain control. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), these are the Kalbaisakhi winds, predicted to lash the eastern coast of West Bengal and Odisha due to the intense heatwaves.
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 9.45 pm IST (4.15 pm GMT) - The ground staff faced a real battle against the gale-force winds as they tried to deploy the covers. Despite the tough conditions, they successfully managed to protect the entire playing area in time. And some good news: the commentators on air have confirmed that we have a buffer of one hour before we begin to lose overs. So, let's hope play can resume as quickly as possible.
MATCH INFO
Here we go, two left-arm speedsters operating in tandem. Arshdeep Singh is steaming in from the far end. But hold on! Suddenly, a sandstorm erupts, causing a temporary halt in play. It's incredibly windy out there, and the umpires are in discussion. The ground staff are being summoned to bring on the covers! Players are leaving the field as a light drizzle begins. The entire ground is being swathed in white. It's not a heavy shower, so hopefully, it will pass quickly. Fingers crossed! Stay tuned for further updates.
Dot BallOver 0.6Kolkata 7/0
Bang! Digs in a hard length delivery, right on middle stump. Rahmanullah Gurbaz gets tall, deals with the bounce, and defends it solidly.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz 1(3)Sunil Narine 4(3)
Marco Jansen 0/6(1)
1(1WD)01041(1LB)0
CRR: 7.00RRR: 10.26
Over 0.5Kolkata 7/0
Leg bye! Lands it on a firm length, angling into the batter. Sunil Narine attempts a wild swing across the line but is beaten by the inside edge. The ball deflects off the pads towards deep backward point for a leg bye.
FOUR!Over 0.4Kolkata 6/0
FOUR! Sunil Narine gets off the mark in style! Angling one into the left-hander from over the wicket, on a shortish length, Narine uses the angle beautifully, swiping it past deep square leg for a boundary!
Dot BallOver 0.3Kolkata 2/0
Delivers it on a slightly shorter length, around the off-stump channel. Sunil Narine ducks underneath and leaves it alone.
1 RunOver 0.2Kolkata 2/0
On a back of a length, angling at the hips. Rahmanullah Gurbaz gets onto his toes and nudges it wide of square leg for a single, getting off the mark.
Over 0.1Kolkata 1/0
WIDE! Kolkata Knight Riders are underway courtesy of this extra! Way outside the off-stump tramline from over the wicket, easily left alone by Rahmanullah Gurbaz.
Dot BallOver 0.1Kolkata 1/0
Swinging away, much tighter to the stumps, on a good length. Rahmanullah Gurbaz offers no stroke.
MATCH INFO
Punjab Kings, electing to bat on a parched pitch, enjoyed a dream start! A magnificent 120-run opening partnership set the stage alight, with Priyansh Arya initially the aggressor before Prabhsimran Singh unleashed his power. But Kolkata Knight Riders, like seasoned hunters, staged a dramatic comeback, strangling the scoring in the final 6 overs, conceding a mere 43 runs. Punjab Kings, despite posting a respectable 201, will feel they left runs on the table. In reply, KKR faced just one over before the weather gods intervened – a fierce wind giving way to torrential rain, halting play in its tracks!
MATCH INFO
The news we feared has arrived: this match has been ABANDONED due to unrelenting rain! Both teams share the spoils, a point apiece, leaving a bittersweet taste in their mouths. Kolkata Knight Riders, with all wickets intact, might have fancied chasing down a reduced target. This point keeps them in the hunt, but it feels like a golden opportunity squandered. Punjab Kings, with their varied bowling attack, would have backed themselves to defend their total. A frustrating conclusion, but that's cricket, folks!
MATCH INFO
A glimmer of hope! It's 10.45 pm IST (5.15 pm GMT), and the rain is finally easing. But the big question is: how much damage has been done to the playing surface? The ground staff faced a Herculean task getting the covers on earlier. The cut-off time for a 5-over slugfest is 11.44 pm IST (6.14 pm GMT). Fingers crossed for positive updates soon – the clock is ticking!
MATCH INFO
It's 10.31 pm IST (5.01 pm GMT), and the rain persists! With the wind now dying down, the initial hope of it blowing away the rain has faded. The growing fear is that this downpour is here to stay for a while. We're almost an hour into this rain delay, meaning any resumption will result in a severely truncated contest. Stay with us; we'll bring you the latest developments!
MATCH INFO
Unfortunately, the weather has taken a turn for the worse. It's 10.06 pm IST (4.36 pm GMT), and the rain is intensifying, accompanied by flashes of lightning! We have roughly 30 minutes before we start losing overs. Let's all pray for a break in the clouds! And remember, the Eden Gardens boasts a superb drainage system, so once the rain stops, the game can resume relatively quickly.
MATCH INFO
Matthew Hayden, speaking on-air, described the scene as absolute chaos when the covers were being deployed! He recounted how a section of the cover nearly took flight into the stands, such was the force of the wind! Thankfully, the ground staff managed to salvage the situation. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has identified these as Kalbaisakhi winds, predicted to lash the eastern coast of West Bengal and Odisha due to the ongoing heatwave. It's wild out there!
MATCH INFO
It's 9.45 pm IST (4.15 pm GMT), and the ground staff battled valiantly against the fierce winds as they wrestled to get the covers in place! Despite the challenges, they managed to protect the entire playing area in the nick of time. On a brighter note, the commentators have mentioned we have a buffer of one hour before we start losing overs. Let's hope we're back in action as soon as possible!
MATCH INFO
A pair of left-arm speedsters operating in tandem! Arshdeep Singh steaming in from the far end... and hold on! What's this? A sandstorm has suddenly descended, causing a brief interruption! It's incredibly windy out there, and the umpires are in discussion. The ground staff are summoned to bring on the covers! A light drizzle has also started, and the players are leaving the field. The entire ground is now swathed in white. It doesn't appear to be a heavy shower, so hopefully, it will pass quickly. Fingers crossed! Stay tuned for updates.
Dot BallOver 0.6Kolkata 7/0
Bang! Digs it in on a hard length, right on middle stump! Rahmanullah Gurbaz rises with the bounce and manages to fend it away. Solid defense!
Rahmanullah Gurbaz 1(3)Sunil Narine 4(3)
Marco Jansen 0/6(1)
1(1WD)01041(1LB)0
CRR: 7.00RRR: 10.26
Over 0.5Kolkata 7/0
Leg bye! On a firm length, angling into the batter! Sunil Narine swings wildly across the line once more, but it beats the inside edge. It thuds into the pads, and they scamper a leg bye down to deep backward point!
FOUR!Over 0.4Kolkata 6/0
FOUR! Sunil Narine is off the mark with a flourish! Angling into the left-hander from over the wicket, a touch short of a length! Narine uses the angle beautifully, swiveling and dispatching it to the right of deep square leg for a boundary! That's a cracking shot!
Dot BallOver 0.3Kolkata 2/0
Delivers it on a slightly shorter length, around the off stump! Sunil Narine ducks underneath, letting it pass harmlessly. No need to flirt with that one!
1 RunOver 0.2Kolkata 2/0
On a back of a length, angling towards the hips! Rahmanullah Gurbaz gets up on his toes and neatly flicks it away, wide of square leg, for a single to get off the mark. A watchful start!
Over 0.1Kolkata 1/0
WIDE! Kolkata Knight Riders get underway with a freebie! Way outside the off stump from over the wicket, well beyond the tramline! Rahmanullah Gurbaz leaves it alone. Too wide for comfort!
Dot BallOver 0.1Kolkata 1/0
Swinging across, much tighter to the body, on a good length! Rahmanullah Gurbaz shoulders arms, letting it go through to the keeper. No temptation there!
MATCH INFO
Punjab Kings, electing to bat on a bone-dry pitch, got off to a dream start! A magnificent 120-run opening partnership between Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh laid the perfect foundation. Arya initially led the charge, but Singh then unleashed his power after Arya's dismissal. However, Kolkata Knight Riders roared back, tightening the screws and conceding a mere 43 runs in the final 6 overs, restricting the scoring. PBKS ultimately posted a competitive 201, but they were poised for an even greater score at one point. In response, KKR faced just a single over before the elements intervened – a fierce windstorm swept across the ground, followed by torrential rain that brought play to a standstill.
MATCH INFO
Heartbreak! The news we feared has arrived: the match has been ABANDONED due to the relentless downpour. Both teams will share the spoils with a point apiece, and you can sense the disappointment in both camps as they've missed a golden opportunity to clinch a victory. A curtailed contest, with all 10 wickets intact, might have heavily favored KKR. This point keeps them afloat in the standings, but it still feels like a chance gone begging. As for PBKS, they would have backed themselves to defend their total, given their impressive arsenal of bowlers. A truly frustrating end, but that's cricket for you.
MATCH INFO
A glimmer of hope! UPDATE - 10.45 pm IST (5.15 pm GMT) - The rain gods are finally showing some mercy, with the downpour beginning to ease. But, considering the earlier struggles of the ground staff in deploying the covers amidst the gale-force winds, we'll have to see how much of a beating the surface and outfield have taken. The deadline for a 5-over slugfest is 11.44 pm IST (6.14 pm GMT). Keep those fingers crossed for brighter news!
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 10.31 pm IST (5.01 pm GMT) - The rain persists, and with the wind losing its punch, it's not a promising sign. Earlier, there was hope that the strong winds would blow the rain away, but the worry is now that the rain might settle in for a longer stay. It's been almost an hour since play was suspended, indicating that any resumption would mean a severely shortened game. Stay with us for the latest.
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 10.06 pm IST (4.36 pm GMT) - Sadly, folks, the weather has taken a turn for the worse, with the rainfall intensifying and accompanied by lightning. We've got about 30 minutes before we start shedding overs. Let's hope the rain relents soon! And rest assured, the state-of-the-art drainage system at Eden Gardens is more than capable of getting us back on the field in no time, once the rain stops.
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 9.56 pm IST (4.26 pm GMT) - Matthew Hayden, speaking from the ground, described the scenes as utterly chaotic when the covers were being brought on. He mentioned that one section of the cover almost took flight into the stands because of the relentless wind! Thankfully, the ground staff managed to retrieve it. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), these are the Kalbaisakhi winds, which were predicted to lash the eastern coast of West Bengal and Odisha due to the ongoing extreme heat waves.
MATCH INFO
UPDATE - 9.45 pm IST (4.15 pm GMT) - The ground staff battled against the elements, as the strong winds buffeted the covers in the same direction they were trying to lay them. Despite these Herculean efforts, they successfully managed to protect the entire playing surface in the nick of time. Also, the commentators inform us that we have a buffer of one hour before we start losing overs. So, let's remain optimistic that play will resume swiftly.
MATCH INFO
A pair of left-arm speedsters operating in tandem! Arshdeep Singh is steaming in from the far end. And suddenly, a sandstorm erupts, causing a brief interruption. It's incredibly windy out there! The two umpires are in discussion, and the ground staff are being summoned to bring on the covers. The players are departing the field as a light drizzle begins to fall. The entire ground is now draped in white sheets. The shower is minimal, so hopefully, it will pass quickly. Fingers crossed! Stay tuned for further updates.
Dot BallOver 0.6Kolkata 7/0
Smashed off a hard length, over middle stump! Rahmanullah Gurbaz rises confidently with the bounce and defends solidly.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz 1(3)Sunil Narine 4(3)
Marco Jansen 0/6(1)
1(1WD)01041(1LB)0
CRR: 7.00RRR: 10.26
Over 0.5Kolkata 7/0
Leg bye! Dug in short, angling into the batter, Sunil Narine swings wildly across the line once more but is beaten on the inside edge. A leg bye is taken as the ball deflects off the pads towards deep backward point.
FOUR!Over 0.4Kolkata 6/0
FOUR! Sunil Narine is off the mark with a bang! Angling into the left-hander from over the wicket, on a short of a length, Narine cleverly uses the angle to his advantage, swatting it to the right of deep square leg for a boundary!
Dot BallOver 0.3Kolkata 2/0
Delivered on a shortish length, around off-stump. Sunil Narine sways out of the way and wisely leaves it alone.
1 RunOver 0.2Kolkata 2/0
On a back of a length, aimed at the hips! Rahmanullah Gurbaz rises onto his toes and nudges it wide of square leg for a single, getting himself off the mark.
Over 0.1Kolkata 1/0
Wide! Kolkata Knight Riders are underway, courtesy of this extra! Pushed far outside the off-stump tramline from over the wicket, easily left alone by Rahmanullah Gurbaz.
Dot BallOver 0.1Kolkata 1/0
Swinging away, a tighter line, on a length! Rahmanullah Gurbaz shoulders arms.
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Punjab Kings, electing to bat on a bone-dry pitch, got off to a flier! A mammoth 120-run opening stand set the stage. Priyansh Arya initially took the lead, but Prabhsimran Singh then unleashed his power game after Arya's dismissal. However, Kolkata Knight Riders fought back valiantly, conceding a miserly 43 runs in the final 6 overs to stem the flow. Punjab Kings ultimately posted 201, a decent total, but they were poised for so much more at one stage! In reply, KKR only managed one over before the heavens opened, with gale-force winds preceding a relentless downpour, halting play in its tracks.
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The news we feared has arrived, folks. The match has been ABANDONED due to the persistent rain. Both teams will share the spoils with a point apiece. Understandably, there will be a tinge of disappointment in both camps as they missed out on securing a decisive result. A shortened game, with all 10 wickets intact, might have favored KKR. This point keeps them in contention, but it still feels like a golden opportunity lost. Punjab Kings, with their varied bowling attack, would have backed themselves to defend their total. A frustrating end, indeed, but that's cricket for you sometimes!
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Punjab Kings, electing to wield the willow first on a parched pitch, rocketed off to a dream start! A magnificent 120-run opening partnership laid the groundwork. Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh initially adopted a cautious strategy, with Arya leading the charge early on. Then, Singh exploded into action after Arya's departure! But hold on! Once Singh was dislodged, KKR, like crafty spinners, spun their way back into contention, choking the run flow, conceding a miserly 43 in the last 6 overs to apply the brakes. PBKS eventually scrambled to 201, but at one point, they looked destined for a score that would have truly broken the bank. In response, KKR barely had time to settle at the crease for a single over, when suddenly, the heavens opened and the winds howled, bringing play to a soggy, premature halt.
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Positive news! UPDATE - 10.45 pm IST (5.15 pm GMT) - The rain gods are finally relenting, and the downpour is easing off. However, given the earlier struggle to get the covers on amidst the chaotic winds, the ground staff will have their work cut out to assess the condition of the pitch and outfield. The cut-off time for a 5-over slugfest is 11.44 pm IST (6.14 pm GMT). Fingers crossed for better updates shortly!
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UPDATE - 10.31 pm IST (5.01 pm GMT) - The rain continues to fall, and with the wind now subsiding, it’s not an encouraging sign. Initially, we hoped the strong winds would blow the rain away, but the worry now is that the rain is here to stay for a while. We're approaching an hour since play was suspended, meaning any resumption will result in a shortened contest, for sure. Stick with us for further updates as they come!
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UPDATE - 10.06 pm IST (4.36 pm GMT) - Regrettably, the weather has taken a turn for the worse, folks. The rain is intensifying, accompanied by flashes of lightning. We have roughly 30 minutes before we start losing overs. Let's hope the rain departs quickly. On the bright side, Eden Gardens' top-notch drainage system should ensure a swift resumption of play once the rain stops.
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UPDATE - 9.56 pm IST (4.26 pm GMT) - Matthew Hayden, on air, described the scenes as absolutely chaotic when the ground staff were deploying the covers! He mentioned that a section of the cover almost took flight and nearly landed in the stands due to the fierce winds! Fortunately, the ground staff managed to pull it back. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), these are the 'Kalbaisakhi' winds, predicted to hit the eastern coast of West Bengal and Odisha due to the intense heat waves.
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UPDATE - 9.45 pm IST (4.15 pm GMT) - The ground staff faced a real battle controlling the covers due to the strong winds blowing in the same direction as they were being deployed. Despite the challenging conditions, they heroically managed to cover the entire field just in the nick of time! The commentators have also informed us that we have a 1-hour buffer before overs start being deducted. Let's keep our fingers crossed for a swift resumption of play!
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Two left-arm seamers operating in tandem now, with Arshdeep Singh steaming in from the far end. But hold on! A sandstorm is brewing, causing a brief interruption! It's incredibly windy out there, and the umpires are in discussion. The ground staff are called into action, and the covers are making their way onto the field. The players are heading off as a light drizzle starts. The entire ground is now under a blanket of white. The shower doesn't appear too heavy, so hopefully, it will pass quickly. Fingers firmly crossed! Stay with us for further updates!
Dot BallOver 0.6Kolkata 7/0
Smashes the deck hard, over middle stump! Rahmanullah Gurbaz rises sharply with the bounce and manages to keep it down.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz 1(3)Sunil Narine 4(3)
Marco Jansen 0/6(1)
1(1WD)01041(1LB)0
CRR: 7.00RRR: 10.26
Over 0.5Kolkata 7/0
Leg bye! Hits that hard length, angling into the batter! Sunil Narine swings across the line once more but misses the inside edge. A leg bye is taken as the ball deflects off the pads towards deep backward point.
FOUR!Over 0.4Kolkata 6/0
FOUR! Sunil Narine is off the mark with a bang! Angling in towards the left-hander from over the wicket, on a shade short of a length. Narine uses the angle brilliantly, swatting it past deep square leg for a boundary!
Dot BallOver 0.3Kolkata 2/0
Drops it on a shorter length, around the off-stump channel. Sunil Narine ducks underneath and wisely leaves it alone.
1 RunOver 0.2Kolkata 2/0
On a back of a length, attacking the hips! Rahmanullah Gurbaz gets on his toes and nudges it wide of square leg for a single to get himself underway.
Over 0.1Kolkata 1/0
WIDE! Kolkata Knight Riders are on the board courtesy of this extra! Pushed well outside the off-stump tramline from over the wicket, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz offers no stroke.
Dot BallOver 0.1Kolkata 1/0
Swinging away, a touch tighter to the stumps, on a good length. Rahmanullah Gurbaz correctly decides to shoulder arms.
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The news we all feared has arrived: the match has been ABANDONED due to the relentless rain! A point apiece for both sides, but a bitter pill to swallow, especially with a potential result within reach. KKR, with all wickets intact, might have fancied a curtailed chase. This point keeps them in the hunt, but it feels like a golden opportunity washed away. PBKS, brimming with bowling firepower, would have backed themselves to defend that total. A frustrating end, folks, but that's cricket for you!
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Punjab Kings, electing to wield the willow first on a pitch drier than a desert bone, got off to a flier! A magnificent 120-run opening partnership laid a rock-solid foundation. Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh initially adopted a cautious strategy, with Arya taking the lead in scoring. But then, Singh unleashed the beast within after Arya's departure! However, just when PBKS looked set to launch into orbit, KKR, with some canny bowling and sharp fielding, wrestled back control, conceding a miserly 43 runs in the final 6 overs – a fantastic fightback! PBKS ultimately posted 201, a decent score, but they'll rue the fact that they were cruising towards a far more imposing total. In response, KKR faced just one over before the heavens opened, with gusty winds heralding a deluge that brought proceedings to a soggy halt.
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A glimmer of hope! UPDATE - 10.45 pm IST (5.15 pm GMT): The rain gods are finally relenting. But the big question is, how much damage has been done to the playing surface and outfield after that downpour? The clock is ticking! The cut-off for a frantic 5-over slugfest is 11.44 pm IST (6.14 pm GMT). Fingers crossed for some positive news very soon!
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UPDATE - 10.31 pm IST (5.01 pm GMT): The rain continues to fall, and the wind has died down, which isn't a great sign, folks. Earlier, we were hoping the gusts would blow the rain away, but now the fear is that this downpour might be here for the long haul. It's been almost an hour since play was suspended, so we're definitely looking at a shortened game when, and if, we get back out there. Stay with us for more updates.
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UPDATE - 10.06 pm IST (4.36 pm GMT): Some disappointing news, folks. The weather has taken a turn for the worse, with heavier rain and even lightning in the area. We've got about 30 minutes before we start losing overs, so let's all hope the rain stops soon! The good news is that the Eden Gardens has a fantastic drainage system, so once the rain stops, we should be back playing cricket before you know it.
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UPDATE - 9.56 pm IST (4.26 pm GMT): Matthew Hayden, speaking on air, described the scenes in the middle as pure chaos when the covers were being brought on! He mentioned that one section of the cover almost ended up in the stands thanks to the strong winds, but the ground staff managed to retrieve it just in time! According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), these are the Kalbaisakhi winds, which were predicted to hit the eastern coast of West Bengal and Odisha due to the extreme heat waves.
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UPDATE - 9.45 pm IST (4.15 pm GMT): The ground staff had a real battle on their hands trying to get the covers on due to the gale-force winds. But credit to them, they managed to protect the entire field! The commentators on air also mentioned that we have about an hour's buffer before we start losing overs. Let's hope play resumes as quickly as possible!
