KKR vs PBKS IPL 2025 Match at Eden Gardens is Abandoned due to Rain

The IPL 2025 match between Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens was abandoned due to unfavorable weather conditions. The crowd was looking forward to the match but heavy showers were the spoilsport. The game had to be abandoned and both teams had to share points. When the rain cut short the game KKR was 7 runs for the loss of 1 wicket after a single over while pursuing a huge target of 202 runs. Subsequently the weather only worsened and the match officials had no choice but to abandon the match.

Earlier during the evening Punjab Kings came out to bat after winning the toss. Captain Shreyas Iyer decided that they would post a score for KKR rather than chasing. PBKS batted well. Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh provided an excellent start to Punjab Kings by contributing a 120-run partnership to the first wicket. Priyansh Arya was in attacking touch as he had scored 69 runs off 35 balls. His performance provided PBKS an excellent start and placed KKR bowlers in trouble.

Prabhsimran Singh also played well and played a crucial knock of 83 runs from 49 balls. He spent more time on the field and kept the score board moving for his team. Their combined effort ensured that Punjab Kings had a good foundation to score aggressively. Following the dismissal of Priyansh Arya by Andre Russell PBKS sustained the momentum. Shreyas Iyer was crucial towards the latter part of the innings. He was not out on 25 runs with 16 deliveries and assisted in taking the total to 201 for 4 wickets after 20 overs.

For Kolkata Knight Riders on the bowling front Vaibhav Arora was the one who performed. He bowled sensibly under pressure and took 2 wickets while conceding only 34 runs. His performance aided KKR in regulating the run flow a bit towards the latter half of the PBKS innings. Nevertheless the overall score was still a difficult one to overcome.

When KKR went to bat the weather was not in their favor. They began their innings but before finishing the first over it began to rain heavily. At that point KKR had made 7 runs and already lost a wicket. The rain did not let up and the pitch was too damp to play. In spite of all attempts to restart the game the weather did not clear and the match officials were forced to abandon the match officially.

It was a disappointing night for both the teams and the spectators who had turned up at Eden Gardens anticipating an exciting match. The game between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings will now be remembered as one of the numerous IPL games that got hampered due to adverse weather. Both teams were given one point each in the points table as the match was abandoned. The win has added another level of excitement to the tournament as every point counts at this juncture.

This match demonstrated that though cricket is a game of thrill it is also dependent on nature. The good show by PBKS batsmen particularly Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh will be one that will be remembered from this rain day. Vaibhav Arora's solid bowling performance for KKR will also be well-liked as he displayed good control even when the other team was going on the attack.

Fans will now anticipate the forthcoming games hoping for a better climate and more on the field. KKR and PBKS will both attempt to make a comeback in their next matches. Till then the Eden Gardens game between Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders will remain in memory for the exemplary batting show and the rain which interrupted what might have been a thrilling game.