IPL 2025, KKR vs PBKS: What will happen if Match 44 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata washed out?

IPL 2025, KKR vs PBKS: What will happen if Match 44 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata washed out?. (Photo Source: Jio Hotstar)

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are taking on Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata on April 26. This is the second time they both face each other in the IPL 2025, where the PBKS earlier crushed the Knight Riders by restricting them to not reach the target of just 112 runs.

The first innings of the game concluded with PBKS posting a formidable total of 201 runs in their 20 overs. However the rain interrupted the proceedings, and the covers were brought onto the field to protect the pitch. Fortunately, there is a breeze at the ground, which could help move away the clouds and bring a quicker end to the rain and allow the game to resume soon.

What will happen if the match is washed out?

For a result, a minimum of five overs must be played in KKR's innings. If that does not happen and the rain continues to disrupt play, the match will be abandoned, and both teams will share one point each. In the event of rain reducing the match to a five-over contest, will be given a target of 61 runs to chase. The rain came in to play around 9:40 pm IST and as a result, there's roughly an hour left before overs start getting reduced. Fans will be hoping that the rain stays away and they get to witness a full match.

Could both teams' tournament be affected by a wash-out?

The home team, KKR, have won just three out of their eight matches so far in this year’s IPL and are currently placed seventh on the points table. They desperately need a win today to stay alive in the race for the playoffs, or else they will be risking their position further behind in the race for a top-four finish.

Meanwhile, PBKS have secured five wins from their eight games and are positioned 5th in the table. A victory here would boost their chances of reaching the playoffs, and will get close to the top four spots, whereas, a washout will only push them slightly without affecting their net run-rate (NRR).