KKR vs PBKS: Kolkata will come out with a new strategy against Punjab, see here A to Z details from playing 11 to head to head.

KKR vs PBKS: The 12th match of IPL 2026 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be played on Monday, April 6 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. This match is going to be exciting between KKR which is under pressure and PBKS which is in good form. The match will start at 7:30 pm, while the toss will take place at 7:00 pm.

KKR has lost its first two matches, which includes a big defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad. The team now has to quickly open its account in the points table. Whereas PBKS has registered two consecutive wins and is in good form. PBKS, who are on top, would like to extend their winning streak to three matches in this match.

Head-to-head record

KKR wins: 21
PBKS wins: 13
No results: 1

So far 35 matches have been played between the two teams. Historically, KKR has had the upper hand, but in the last few seasons, PBKS have achieved some memorable wins, including record chases. KKR will get the home ground advantage at Eden Gardens, but the current form of PBKS will give it a tough competition.

Pitch report and weather

The pitch at Eden Gardens is generally good for batting, especially under lights. Small boundaries make big shots easier. Batsmen have the advantage in the beginning, but spinners can become effective as the match progresses. The average first innings score is around 165-170.

There is a possibility of rain in Kolkata, which may affect the match. Dew can also have an impact, so the team winning the toss can choose to bowl first.

Probable playing XI of KKR vs PBKS

Kolkata Knight Riders: Finn Allen, Ajinkya Rahane (captain), Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi (wicketkeeper), Rinku Singh, Ramandev Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakraborty, Vaibhav Arora, Blessing Muzarabani.

Impact Player: Karthik Tyagi

Punjab Kings: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (captain), Nehal Wadhera, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Johnson, Xavier Bartlett, Vijaykumar Vysakh, Arshdeep Singh.

Impact Player: Yuzvendra Chahal

Note, there may be changes due to injured players in both the teams. Some of KKR’s fast bowlers are not available, while PBKS are looking relatively strong.