Big Update! Match has been abandoned due to wet outfield. The rain did stop but it was too late for groundsmen to prepare the field fit for play. Umpires conducted the inspection and deemed outfield unfit for play. We could see some wet patches near the boundary area.
Live
Match Abandoned Due to Wet Outfield | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings Highlights IPL 2026 Match: Teams Share Points After Rain Plays Spoilsport
Catch Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings (KKR vs PBKS) IPL 2026 highlights.
06 Apr, 22:41 (IST)
Finally rain has stopped! Groundstaff have begun the cautious process of peeling back the covers at Eden Gardens. According to live visuals, the umpires are currently inspecting the square, though some dampness persists across the outfield. Amid the activity, CAB President Sourav Ganguly has been seen on the field holding discussions with the groundsmen to assess the playing conditions.
06 Apr, 21:39 (IST)
Rain Stops Play | It continues to rain and the cut-off time for a 5-over contest has been set at 11:14 PM as per IST. Fingers crossed!
06 Apr, 20:15 (IST)
Rain Stops Play |Â The rain stopped for a while and as covers were being peeled, the drizzle started again. So as of now, rain continues to stop the play with covers back on the field.
06 Apr, 19:51 (IST)
Rain Stops Play | Well, as expected it has started to pour in Kolkata. The forecast for the night was not good and eventually the heavens have opened up. Stay tuned for all the updates as Eden Gardens is under covers.
06 Apr, 19:37 (IST)
Ajinkya Rahane and Finn Allen are the KKR openers. Arshdeep Singh and Xavier Bartlett take the new ball for Punjab Kings. After 12 runs from the first over, KKR were dented by Bartlett who picked two wickets in the second over. First he had Allen caught behind and then Cameron Green.Â
06 Apr, 19:05 (IST)
Punjab Kings Playing XI: Prabhsimran Singh(w), Shreyas Iyer(c), Cooper Connolly, Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
06 Apr, 19:05 (IST)
Kolkata Knight Riders Playing XI: Finn Allen, Ajinkya Rahane(c), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi(w), Rovman Powell, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Navdeep Saini, Vaibhav Arora, Kartik Tyagi.
06 Apr, 18:57 (IST)
TOSS: Kolkata Knight Riders have won the toss and have to opted to bat first. Two changes, forced. Two changes for KKR, Varun Chakaravarthy is injured while Sunil Narine is sick. Rovman Powell and Navdeep Saini come into the playing XI. PBKS, on the other hand, field an unchanged side.
06 Apr, 18:54 (IST)
Hello, and welcome to our live coverage of Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings IPL 2026 match number 12. Stay tuned for toss and other updates.
KKR vs PBKS Highlights: The Match 12 clash of IPL 2026 at Eden Gardens features two teams trending in opposite directions. The home side, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), are reeling from a winless start after consecutive losses to Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad. Under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane, KKRâs primary concern has been a lack of cohesion in their bowling attack and a middle order that has struggled to support the early aggression of Finn Allen and young Angkrish Raghuvanshi. Tonight, the three-time champions face the daunting task of ending their slide against a well-drilled opponent in their own backyard. You can follow Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings Match Scorecard here.
In stark contrast, the Punjab Kings (PBKS) arrive in the "City of Joy" with a perfect record and a chance to reclaim the top spot on the points table. Led by former KKR captain Shreyas Iyer, Punjab has looked clinical across both departments. Their success has been anchored by the explosive form of young guns Cooper Connolly and Priyansh Arya, while the bowling unit, spearheaded by Arshdeep Singh and the veteran leg-spin of Yuzvendra Chahal, has consistently stifled opposition batting lineups. PBKS will look to exploit KKRâs tactical uncertainties and maintain their unbeaten streak. Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings, IPL 2026 Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast.
Historically, KKR has dominated this rivalry with 21 wins to Punjab's 13, but recent form suggests a much closer contest. The Eden Gardens surface is expected to be a typical batting paradise with a par score of over 210, though the seasonal threat of Kalbaisakhi (Nor'wester) storms looms large. Kolkata Weather and Rain Forecast for KKR vs PBKS IPL 2026.
With rain in the forecast, the toss will be critical, as the "DLS factor" and the chasing teamâs advantage under lights could dictate the outcome. Both teams will be desperate for a result, KKR to kickstart their season and PBKS to cement their status as early title contenders.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Apr 06, 2026 06:40 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
Tags
Indian Premier League
Indian Premier League 2026
IPL
IPL 2026
IPL Match Today
KKR vs PBKS
KKR vs PBKS Highlights
KKR vs PBKS Live
KKR vs PBKS Live Score
Kolkata Knight Riders
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings Match Scorecard
Kolkata Weather
Live Cricket Score
Punjab Kings