KKR vs PBKS Match Prediction 44th Match of Indian Premier League 2025
Between the two teams, Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings, Punjab Kings are in strong form and have the better balanced squads in IPL 2025, whereas KKR has been struggling to find balance and win matches. Both the teams are set to play on Saturday, 26th April, 2025, at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata. With Shreyas Iyer back at his former fortress, this match will be an exciting match to look out for. Let’s take a look at KKR vs PBKS match prediction for 44th match of IPL 2025.
Where are KKR and PBKS in the Points table?
Kolkata Knight Riders are currently placed at the seventh spot, having played 8 matches they have won 3 and lost 5 and have 6 points to their name. On the other hand, Punjab Kings are on the fifth spot in the points table, having played 8 matches, they have won 5 and lost 3 and have 10 points to their name.
Challenges for KKR & PBKS
PBKS has a good balanced lineup in IPL 2025, however if that balance is shaken apart,it will result in performance issues for the team and the rest of the IPL 2025 campaign.
KKR are in decent form, although they will be needing to find their winning form. Or they will be at the risk of going down at the bottom of the table.
KKR vs PBKS Match Details
Match Number: 44
Fixture: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings
Date & Time: Saturday, 26th April, 2025. 7:30 PM IST
Stadium: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
KKR vs PBKS Pitch Report:
The pitch at Eden Gardens is expected to assist batsmen with its consistent bounce and pace, allowing the ball to come off the bat easily. While pacers could find some early help from the surface, spinners usually have an impact during the middle overs. Despite controversies surrounding the pitch, it remains uncertain whether KKR’s request for a spin-friendly track will be honored, or if the curator will stick with the usual surface. In the 18 seasons of the IPL, 96 matches have been held at Eden Gardens, with 41 wins for the team batting first and 56 for the team batting second. The highest total at the venue is 262/2, set by Punjab Kings in their successful chase of a massive total last year.
Possible Top Performers KKR vs PBKS
Top Performers From KKR
Ajinkya Rahane (KKR) – Has scored 271 runs in last 8 matches, and has been a dependable player for the team. He will be excited to lead this side against PBKS.
Varun Chakravarthy (KKR) –It is KKR’s home ground, this match could be his turning point with his spin bowling attack. He will be prepared to fight against PBKS’s batters.
Harshit Rana (KKR) – Has brought in 11 dismissals in 8 matches played. With his underwhelming performances last few matches, he will be the one to look out for.
Top Performers from PBKS
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – Has been a consistent player as their skipper, with 263 runs in 8 innings. And with Shreyas being back at his former fortress, he will be motivated to perform well
Priyansh Arya (PBKS) – His innings against KKR could turn out to be a hard-hitting stint, he has scored 254 runs in 8 innings played. The Eden Gardens will be his perfect hard-hitting ground.
Arshdeep Singh (PBKS) – Has dismissed 11 wickets in 8 matches played. He will be ready to tame the KKR batter at Eden Gardens.
Predicted playing XI for KKR vs PBKS
Kolkata Knight Riders: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane, Venkatesh Iyer, Moeen Ali, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Harshit Rana, Ramandeep Singh, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakaravarthy
Impact Player: Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Mayank Markande, Chetan Sakariya
Punjab Kings: Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer, Josh Inglis, Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Xavier Bartlett, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal
Impact Player: Harpreet Brar, Suryansh Shedge, Glenn Maxwell, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Musheer Khan
Toss Prediction
KKR: If KKR wins the toss they will probably choose to bowl first
PBKS: If PBKS wins the toss they will probably choose to bat first
Possible Scenarios for KKR vs PBKS
Scenario 1: If KKR wins the toss and opts to bowl first
PBKS might score between 185-210
PBKS can win by 40 runs
Scenario 2: If PBKS wins the toss and opts to bat first
PBKS might score between 185-210
PBKS can win by 40 runs
Or KKR can win by 8 wickets
KKR vs PBKS Win Probabilities
KKR’s chances of winning – 50%
PBKS’s chances of winning – 50%
KKR vs PBKS Match 42 FAQ’s
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A. The prediction for the KKR vs PBKS match 44 has been already analyzed in the above article. Read the win probability section to learn more about who has the better winning probability.
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**Disclaimer: Predictions are based on analysis and are intended as insights, not certainties. They should be viewed as informational and not as guarantees. **
