The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) return to the Eden Gardens tonight, Monday, 6 April 2026, seeking their first victory of the season against an in-form Punjab Kings (PBKS). Match 12 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 features two teams in contrasting form, with KKR languishing at the bottom of the table and PBKS currently enjoying a perfect start to their campaign. You can follow Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings Match Scorecard here.

Under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane, the Knight Riders have struggled in their opening two fixtures, most recently suffering a heavy 65-run defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad. In contrast, the Punjab Kings, captained by former KKR leader Shreyas Iyer, arrive in Kolkata following back-to-back wins over Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings.

Where to Watch KKR vs PBKS: India, UK, and USA Details

Following the high-profile merger of major media entities in 2025, the broadcasting landscape for IPL 2026 has been unified. Fans can follow the action through the following official channels: KKR vs PBKS: 'Kalbaisakhi' Storm Threatens to Disrupt IPL 2026 Clash at Eden Gardens.

In India:

  • KKR vs PBKS Live Streaming: The match is available exclusively on the JioHotstar app and website. The platform offers multi-cam views and coverage in 12 languages.

  • Television: The Star Sports Network remains the official TV broadcaster. Coverage is available on Star Sports 1 (English), Star Sports 1 Hindi, and regional channels in Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.

  • Match Timing: The toss is scheduled for 19:00 IST, with the first ball at 19:30 IST.

In the United Kingdom:

In the United States & Canada:

  • Television & Streaming: Willow TV provides full coverage. Subscribers can watch via the Willow app or through Sling TV and Fubo.

  • Match Timing: 10:00 ET / 07:00 PT.

     Kolkata Pitch and Weather Conditions

The Eden Gardens pitch has traditionally been a batter's paradise with a fast outfield. In the last match played here, a total of 220+ was posted, suggesting another high-scoring encounter.

The weather forecast for Kolkata indicates warm and humid conditions with temperatures around 27°C. There is a slight possibility of light rain, which could bring the seasonal 'Kalbaisakhi' (Nor'wester) storms into play, potentially affecting the toss and the later stages of the match.

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