Get the best KKR vs PBKS Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match data for the 44th match of the IPL 2025. Expert examination and more with Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders.
KKR vs PBKS Match Details and Preview
The 44th match of IPL 2025 features KKR against PBKS. They will play at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on April 26. The match starts at 7:30 PM IST for all cricket fans.
Punjab Kings enter this match with better form in IPL 2025. Their bowling lineup has become stronger with recent changes. Yuzvendra Chahal has found his rhythm at the right time. This gives PBKS an edge in the KKR and PBKS clash.
Kolkata Knight Riders face many problems right now. Their batting lineup has not clicked this season. Andre Russell and Venkatesh Iyer struggle to score runs. KKR’s opening pair fails to give good starts.
These teams have played thrilling matches against each other recently. PBKS chased the highest IPL total against KKR last season. They also defended the lowest total against KKR this season. This history adds extra excitement to this match.
Pitch Report and Weather Update
Eden Gardens offers good batting conditions in IPL 2025. Teams batting first score around 201 runs on average. The second batting team averages about 180 runs here. Three out of five recent games went to teams batting first.
The other two matches were won by chasing teams. Captains might prefer batting first at this venue. The pitch helps both batters and bowlers equally.
The weather looks perfect for this KKR vs PBKS encounter. A clear and pleasant evening awaits all players. No rain will interrupt this important IPL match.
KKR vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches: 34
Kolkata Knight Riders: 21
Punjab Kings: 13
Possible Playing 11s (Predicted)
Kolkata Knight Riders:
Ajinkya Rahane (c)
Sunil Narine
Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Venkatesh Iyer
Angkrish Raghuvanshi
Rinku Singh
Andre Russell
Ramandeep Singh
Moeen Ali
Harshit Rana
Varun Chakravarthy
Vaibhav Arora (impact player)
Punjab Kings:
Shreyas Iyer (c)
Priyansh Arya
Prabhsimran Singh
Jos Inglis
Nehal Wadhera
Marcus Stoinis
Shashank Singh
Marco Jansen
Xavier Bartlett
Arshdeep Singh
Yuzvendra Chahal
Harpreet Brar (impact player)
Dream11 Team Today: Key Players to Watch
Kolkata Knight Riders:
- Ajinkya Rahane plays steady innings
- Andre Russell hits big sixes
- Sunil Narine contributes with bat and ball
- Varun Chakravarthy takes middle-over wickets
Punjab Kings:
- Shreyas Iyer shows good batting form
- Priyansh Arya scores quick runs
- Arshdeep Singh bowls well in death overs
- Yuzvendra Chahal tricks batters with spin
Fantasy Tips Captain Choices
- Shreyas Iyer plays spin bowling very well
- Sunil Narine can score points in both departments
KKR vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Players to Avoid
- Ramandeep Singh bats too low
- Shashank Singh gets limited opportunities
Choose wisely for your Dream11 prediction in this IPL 2025 match!
