Rain Forces Abandonment of KKR vs PBKS Clash, Teams Split Points in IPL 2025
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) shared points after their IPL 2025 match at Eden Gardens was abandoned due to persistent rain, marking the season’s first washout. PBKS, batting first, posted 201/4 powered by Prabhsimran Singh’s 83 off 49 and Priyansh Arya’s 69 off 35, who forged a 120-run opening stand. KKR’s bowlers, led by Vaibhav Arora (2/34) and Andre Russell (1/27), restricted Punjab’s late surge.
KKR’s chase began with 7/0 in one over before heavy rain halted play. Despite a brief respite around 10:20 PM IST, showers returned, forcing officials to call off the game. The cut-off time for a five-over contest (11:44 PM IST) passed without improvement, leaving both teams with one point each. PBKS climbed to fourth in the standings, while KKR remained seventh, denting their playoff hopes. PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer (unbeaten 25 off 16) expressed frustration, as his team missed a chance to solidify their top-four position. KKR’s Sunil Narine and Rahmanullah Gurbaz showed intent in their brief seven-run start, but the weather denied further action. The abandonment highlighted Eden Gardens’ drainage challenges, with strong winds complicating cover management. Analysts noted the result as a critical setback for KKR, who now face an uphill battle to qualify.