🏏 Today IPL Match 2025 Prediction Between KKR vs PBKS

Get today KKR vs. PBKS IPL 2025 match prediction here. Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders: Who will win today? Head to head, key players, pitch report, and more.

🔥 IPL 2025 Prediction of the Match: KKR vs. PBKS

The thrill in IPL 2025 rages on as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in a match that promises to be a thriller. Both sides will be looking for those vital points which will help them qualify for the playoffs.

Check out latest IPL match predictions including pitch report, head-to-head and key players to eye in this Dream11 IPL 2025 match.

📅 Details of the Match

• Date: April 26, 2025
• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings

🏟️ Eden Gardens, Kolkata Pitch Report

While a batting paradise is usually on offer at this venue, pacers will get assistance due to overcast skies.

The Eden Gardens pitch has traditionally been a batting paradise in the first innings with great bounce and flow. But as the game goes on, most times teams go to the spinners. This is a competitive pitch for both teams with an average first-inning score of around 175 runs.

The preferred option after the toss:
This is a dry pitch so there is merit in batting first.

(See also: Best Stadiums for IPL Matches)

📊 PBKS vs KKR: Head to Head

• Total Games: 32
• KKR Wins: 21
• PBKS Wins: 11

There is a clear upper hand when it comes to the head-to-head battle, especially at KKR’s own den. Watch out for a wild card — someone who can perform some kind of unexpected thing.

⭐ Top Players to Watch

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

• Shreyas Iyer: The skipper’s form in the middle will be key.
• Sunil Narine: With the bat, the biggest threat is probably Sunil Narine if the pitch turns.
• Andre Russell: With the bat or ball, Andre Russell is a complete game-changer.

Punjab Kings (PBKS)

• Shikhar Dhawan: The senior opener will have to take the front seat.
• Sam Curran: His flexibility can win games at any time.
• Arshdeep Singh: His yorkers will hold the key in the death overs.

🎯 KKR vs PBKS: What to Expect in Today’s Match

Kolkata Knight Riders are the favorite to win today’s match against Punjab Kings due to the following reasons:

• KKR is in good form compared to PBKS.
• They have a better team structure than Punjab Kings.
• KKR will play at familiar home conditions in Kolkata.
• KKR have an edge because of their strong middle order and powerful bowling attack.

However, PBKS can still make a game out of it against KKR by just playing their hearts out with the bat, with runs expected from Dhawan and Livingstone from ball one.

(Read More: KKR Full Squad and Key Players 2025)

🧿 Toss Forecast

Toss and Bat First:
In the dead of night at Eden Gardens, under perspiring lights, winning the toss and batting first gives a psychological edge.
Teams batting first have a better win ratio at this venue.

(Learn: Importance of Toss in IPL Matches)

🏆 Final Prediction: Who Will Win Today’s Match?

Prediction: Kolkata Knight Riders are likely to win.

But in a competition like the IPL, there is always room for surprise. Wait for the toss and playing XIs before making the final call. Staking high is recommended once the team gets decided upon.