Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Punjab Kings in Match 12 of Indian Premier League 2026 on April 6. The match will be played in Eden Gardens, Kolkata. 

Kolkata Knight Riders have lost their two matches thus far and will want to earn their first victory of the season. They will try to improve their performance in both batting and bowling departments, especially when playing at home. On the other hand, Punjab Kings have made a fantastic start to the season with two consecutive wins. Led by Shreyas Iyer, they will hope to extend their winning streak and win three matches in a row.

KKR vs PBKS: Weather Report

Kolkata’s weather is predicted to be hot and dry with high humidity and a minimal chance of rain. Thus, the match is unlikely to be stopped due to rain. Since it is an evening game, it will stay warm, and some dew may form later. The temperature will likely be between 27°C and 32°C, with mostly clear skies.

KKR vs PBKS: Eden Gardens Stats (T20s)

• Matches played: 103
  
• Average 1st innings score: 168
  
• Average 2nd innings score: 153
  
• Win batting first: 43%
  
• Win bowling first: 55%
  
• Highest total: 262/2 (PBKS vs KKR)
  
• Lowest total: 7/0 (KKR vs PBKS)
  
• Highest chase: 262/2 (PBKS vs KKR)
  
• Lowest total defended: 103/6 (RPS vs KKR)

See Also: IPL 2026, Match 12: KKR vs PBKS Head-to-Head, pitch report and predicted playing XIs

KKR vs PBKS: Predicted Playing XIs

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):

Finn Allen, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Angkrish Raghuvanshi (WK), Cameron Green, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Kartik Tyagi, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakravarthy

Impact Player: Blessing Muzarabani

Punjab Kings (PBKS):

Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (C), Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Shashank Singh, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Xavier Bartlett

Impact Player: Yuzvendra Chahal

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) began well in the run chase of a huge target of 227 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL 2026 match at Eden Gardens. The crowd was thrilled as Finn Allen came out to bat with a fearless approach. From the first over itself, KKR displayed their intentions to chase the huge target and put pressure on SRH. However, Allen’s fearless approach changed the momentum in favor of KKR quickly.

The Kiwi opener attacked David Payne in the first over and dominated him with his attacking strokes. He smashed 24 runs in the over progressing with 4, 4, 6, 6, 4, delighting the fans at the stadium. Payne struggled to bowl in the right areas, and Allen took full advantage by hitting boundaries easily. This fast start gave KKR a strong base for the difficult chase.

Earlier, the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) registered a massive 226/8 after being put in to bat first. Travis Head (46) and Abhishek Sharma (48) got off to a flying start with their 82-run opening partnership. After a small collapse, Heinrich Klaasen scored 52 and Nitish Kumar Reddy added 39 to finish well. For KKR, Blessing Muzarabani was the best bowler with 4 wickets for 41 runs.

Finn Allen takes charge with explosive hitting in powerplay

Finn Allen’s first over was a perfect example of aggressive batting, as he attacked every delivery from David Payne. After Ajinkya Rahane took a single on the first ball, Allen faced the next five balls and went on a boundary-hitting spree. He showed great timing and confidence right from the start.

On the second ball, Payne bowled a full delivery outside off, and Allen drove it beautifully through covers for a four. The third ball was slightly short, and Allen pulled it powerfully in front of square for another boundary. He was quickly finding the gaps and putting pressure on the bowler.

Watch the video here

FINN ALLEN 🤯

- He is turning out to be a beast in T20s. pic.twitter.com/tOvGgGyQOO

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 2, 2026

See Also: Watch: Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi mix-up costs KKR in IPL 2026 clash vs SRH

The fourth ball was pitched full in the slot, and Allen smashed it straight down the ground for a six. On the fifth delivery, Payne tried going short, but Allen was ready and pulled it over deep square leg for another maximum. On the last ball of the over, Allen played a smart cut shot past point for four, ending the over with 25 runs and sending the crowd into a frenzy.

How the 24-run over put SRH bowlers under pressure early

KKR’s good start was clearly visible through the scoreboard during the powerplay, where they reached 74/3 in 6 overs. Despite losing quick wickets, the strike rate was high due to Allen’s early attack. Angkrish Raghuvanshi took the momentum with a quick 31, whereas Rahane found it difficult to get going in the middle.

The early over by Allen made SRH change their bowling strategy. They introduced different bowlers and tried variations, but the pressure had already built up. KKR remained in the chase because of that strong start.

Fans react to Allen’s fiery start in IPL 2026 clash

Fans were thrilled to see such a destructive opening from Finn Allen at Eden Gardens. The crowd went crazy every time Allen hit a four or six in the first over. Soon after, social media was flooded with posts and tweets praising his fearless approach and aggressive mindset on the pitch.

Here how fans react

Finn Allen touch chesina prathi ball boundary🥶

28(7)🔥
400 SR💥
Enti bro aa kassi🙏#KKRvsSRH pic.twitter.com/8cxzwxEjd4

— Akhil Chowdary🐉 (@Akhil1305_v) April 2, 2026

🚨🔥 FLYING START by Finn Allen smashes 25 runs in the first over 💥
KKR off to a dream start 😍😍✨✨#KKR #SRH #KKRvsSRH #SRHvsKKR #IPL2026 #TATAIPL #EdenGardens #FinnAllen #Travis #Head #Abhishek #Heinrich #Klaasen

pic.twitter.com/xqnaZk2nUY

— Anurag Singh (@anurag_ce) April 2, 2026

4⃣ 4⃣ 6⃣ 6⃣ 4⃣ 💥

Finn Allen goes berserk 🔥

25 runs off David Payne in the first over 🤯#IPL2026 #KKRvsSRH pic.twitter.com/220YXSSXC3

— Khan (@ccricket713) April 2, 2026

1 4 4 6 6 4 from first over of David Payne.

FINN ALLEN Hitting SRH bowlers left right center.#KKRvsSRH pic.twitter.com/tROnNxWnY8

— Abhishek Tyagi (@tyagiab09) April 2, 2026

THE STORM IS OVER

Finn Allen departs for 28 (7)

What an explosive cameo #IPL2026 #KKRvsSRH https://t.co/ZVzUICvoaP pic.twitter.com/k2krQS2AZk

— Khan (@ccricket713) April 2, 2026

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will host Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the sixth match of IPL 2026 at the iconic Eden Gardens on Thursday, 2nd April. Both Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad experienced a challenging start to the tournament, losing their opening matches and currently sitting in the lower half of the points table. Hyderabad lost their initial game by six wickets against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Similarly, Kolkata Knight Riders lost their first match by six wickets against the Mumbai Indians at Wankhede. Kolkata batted first and scored a strong total of 220 runs in 20 overs. Captain Ajinkya Rahane scored a brilliant 67 runs off 47 balls, but their bowling unit was unable to defend the target, and the opponents chased it down in 19.1 overs. Finn Allen looked in good touch in his first IPL match and will look to carry that momentum into this game. In the last 5 seasons, KKR have won 8 matches vs SRH.

Also Read: IPL 2026, Match 6: KKR vs SRH weather report, stadium stats and predicted playing XIs

KKR vs SRH Match Details 

• Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, 6th Match

• Date: 2nd April 2026

• Time: 7:30 PM IST

• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata 

• Live Streaming: JioHotstar 

KKR vs SRH Weather Report

Pitch Report - Eden Gardens

The pitch at Eden Gardens, Kolkata for the IPL 2026 is generally designed to be batting-friendly, with true bounce and even pace, allowing batters to play their shots without any obstruction restrictions. The chasing team have a good record in Eden Gardens, emerging victorious in 57 out of 100 IPL matches.

• Win Batting First: 42%

• Win Bowling First: 58%

Average Scores

• Average 1st Innings: 170

• Average 2nd Innings: 160

KKR vs SRH Recent Form

KKR vs SRH Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 matches)

• KKR Wins - 7

• SRH Wins - 3

Top Batters to Watch – KKR vs SRH

• Ajinkya Rahane (KKR): 67 runs in this tournament 

• Ishan Kishan (SRH): 80 runs in this tournament 

• Angkrish Raghuvanshi (KKR): 51 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – KKR vs SRH

• David Payne (SRH): 2 wickets in this tournament 

• Jaydev Unadkat (SRH): 1 wicket in this tournament 

• Vaibhav Arora (KKR): 1 wicket in this tournament 

KKR vs SRH Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If KKR bats first

• Powerplay Score: 55–65

• Predicted Total: 175–190

• Match Result: SRH to win

Scenario 2: If SRH bats first

• Powerplay Score: 50–65

• Predicted Total: 195–210

• Match Result: SRH to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

KKR vs SRH Predicted Playing XIs

Kolkata Knight Riders 

Ajinkya Rahane (c), Finn Allen, Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Blessing Muzarabani.

Sunrisers Hyderabad 

Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (c & wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Harsh Dubey, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga, Salil Arora.

Why Sunrisers Hyderabad is the favourite

• Explosive opener 

• Reliable middle-order

• Good pace bowlers 

KKR vs SRH Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, Sunrisers Hyderabad is the favourite to win this IPL 2026 match. Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan are expected to be the key performers.

Prediction: Sunrisers Hyderabad to win

Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad will clash in Match 6 of the Indian Premier League 2026 on April 2. The match will take place at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Both teams are coming into this match after losing their first game. Both teams will look to win this match and secure their first win of the season.

KKR is playing its first match at home this season and would like to win this match and register its first win after suffering a defeat in its opening match against Mumbai Indians. The team is led by Ajinkya Rahane and would like to improve its performance with its bowling and take advantage of its home conditions. Sunrisers Hyderabad also started their campaign with a loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Under the leadership of Ishan Kishan, SRH will depend heavily on their batting unit while trying to fix concerns in their bowling attack.

KKR vs SRH: Weather Report

The weather in Kolkata will be hot, dry, and humid during the match. There is very little chance of rain, around 2%, and almost no chance of thunderstorms. Since it is an evening game, the conditions will stay warm, and a little dew may form later. The temperature is expected to be between 27 and 32°C. Overall, The weather is expected to be clear and conducive for playing the entire match.

KKR vs SRH: Eden Gardens Stats (T20s)

• Matches played: 102
  
• Average 1st innings score: 168
  
• Average 2nd innings score: 153
  
• Win batting first: 42%
  
• Win bowling first: 56%
  
• Highest total: 262/2 (PBKS vs KKR)
  
• Lowest total: 7/0 (KKR vs PBKS)
  
• Highest chase: 262/2 (PBKS vs KKR)
  
• Lowest total defended: 103/6 (RPS vs KKR)

See Also: IPL 2026, Match 6: KKR vs SRH Head-to-Head, pitch report and predicted playing XIs

KKR vs SRH: Predicted Playing XIs

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):

Ajinkya Rahane (c), Finn Allen, Cameron Green, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Varun Chakravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Blessing Muzarabani

Impact Player: Kartik Tyagi

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH):

Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (c & wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Harsh Dubey, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Eshan Malinga, Salil Arora

Impact Player: David Payne

Iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata will host the 15th match of the IPL 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants (KKR vs LSG), which has been scheduled on Thursday evening (April 9). 

It will be the fourth match and third home game this season for the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders. Meanwhile,  Lucknow Super Giants are ready to play their third fixture and second away game in the ongoing season. 

In their six meetings, Kolkata Knight Riders won only twice, both in the 2024 league stages, while Lucknow Super Giants claimed victories four times. 

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KKR vs LSG Predicted Playing XI

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Probable XI

Finn Allen (wk), Sunil Narine, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Cameron Green, Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), Rinku Singh, Ramandeep Singh, Akash Deep, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakravarthy, Blessing Muzarabani

Impact Player – Manish Pandey

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Probable XI

Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, Nicholas Pooran, Rishabh Pant (Captain & wk), Ayush Badoni, Abdul Samad, Shahbaz Ahmed, Mohammed Shami, Digvesh Rathi, Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan

Impact Player – Anrich Nortje/Wanindu Hasaranga

KKR vs LSG Ticket Prices by Stands

Here are the probable ticket prices for KKR vs LSG.

How to Book KKR vs LSG IPL 2026 Tickets: Step-by-Step Guide

• While Eden Gardens in Kolkata will host this KKR vs LSG match in the IPL 2026 on the evening of April 9, the online ticket bookings will be confirmed soon.
• To book the IPL 2026 match KKR vs LSG tickets, visit District by Zomato, BookMyShow, Paytm Insider, or the official IPL website. 
• For the online ticket booking, after visiting any of the official sites, the stands need to be selected, as the ticket prices vary according to the different seats. 
• After choosing the seat, the ticket buyer needs to complete the details before completing the payment, which can be done through UPI, debit card, credit card, or Net Banking.
• The ticket booking will be completed once the payment process is finished. 
• The physical ticket is mandatory for the match. During the payment completion, you will learn the collection of the physical ticket. 

India will take on the West Indies in Match 52 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Super Eight stage on March 1 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This match is very important, as it is like a knockout game. The team that wins will move into the semifinals.

India have played well in the tournament, even though they lost to South Africa earlier. They gained confidence after a strong win over Zimbabwe in their last match. The West Indies also defeated Zimbabwe in a big win but lost to South Africa. Because of this, they also must win this game to reach the semifinals. Both teams know what is at stake and are expected to give their best effort in this crucial match. 

IND vs WI: Weather Report

The weather in Kolkata on match night will be clear to partly cloudy, with temperatures around 23°C, feeling like 25°C. There is only a 2% chance of rain and almost no risk of thunderstorms. Winds will range from 13 to 28 km/h, making conditions good for a full match.

IND vs WI: Eden Gardens Stats (T20Is)

• Matches played: 19
• Average first-innings score: 160
• Average second-innings score: 137
• Teams winning batting first: 53%
• Teams winning bowling first: 37%
• Highest total: 207/4 (SCO vs ITA)
• Lowest total: 70/10 (BAN vs NZ)
• Highest chase: 162/4 (IND vs WI)
• Lowest total defended: 145/8 (BAN vs NZ)

See Also: SA-W vs PAK-W Today Match Prediction | 3rd ODI – Who Will Win?

IND vs WI: Predicted Playing XIs

India (IND):

Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah

West Indies (WI):

Brandon King, Shai Hope (c & wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph

West Indies will face Italy in Match 37 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 on February 19 at the iconic Eden Gardens. This Group C clash comes with the Caribbean side already in strong form.

West Indies have been one of the best teams in their group. They have won all their matches to date and have qualified for the Super Eight stage. The team has power with the bat and has discipline with the ball.  Meanwhile, Italy will look to challenge the table-toppers and end their tour positively. A team performance is needed for them to take on the in-form West Indies.

WI vs ITA: Weather Report

The weather is expected to be humid but pleasant, with no rain during the match. Since it is an early morning game, conditions will feel hot and humid. The temperature will likely stay between 21 and 25°C, with mostly clear skies throughout the game.

WI vs ITA: Eden Gardens Stats (T20Is)

• Matches played: 18
• Average first-innings score: 160
• Average second-innings score: 138
• Teams winning batting first: 50%
• Teams winning bowling first: 39%
• Highest total: 207/4
• Lowest total: 70/10
• Highest chase: 162/4
• Lowest total defended: 145/8
  

See Also: WI vs ITA Today Match Prediction – ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, 37th Match | Who Will Win?

WI vs ITA: Predicted Playing XIs

West Indies (WI):

Shai Hope (c & wk), Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Rovman Powell, Shamar Joseph, Akeal Hosein, Gudakesh Motie

Italy (ITA):

JJ Smuts, Anthony Mosca, Justin Mosca, Harry Manenti (c), Ben Manenti, Grant Stewart, Marcus Campopiano/Wayne Madsen, Gian Meade (wk), Crishan Kalugamage, Jaspreet Singh, Ali Hasan

England will face Italy in Match 29 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup on February 16 at Eden Gardens. This group-stage match is very important because both teams want to stay in the race for the Super Eight stage. A win here could improve their chances of moving to the next round.

England have had mixed results in the tournament. They managed to win a game by a narrow margin, lost another, but then won an important game to stay alive. The team would be hoping to produce a more competitive performance to improve their chances of qualifying. Italy, on the other hand, are coming into this match on a high after winning their first T20 World Cup match. After an earlier setback, they bounced back strongly and will hope to continue that momentum against England.

ENG vs ITA: Weather Report

In Kolkata, the weather looks good for cricket. It will be sunny, with afternoon temperatures between 27 and 29°C. There is no chance of rain, with only a few clouds and moderate humidity expected throughout the day.

ENG vs ITA: Eden Gardens Stats (T20Is)

• Matches played: 17
• Average first-innings score: 157
• Average second-innings score: 136
• Teams winning batting first: 47%
• Teams winning bowling first: 41%
• Highest total: 207/4
• Lowest total: 70/10
• Highest chase: 162/4
• Lowest total defended: 145/8

See Also: ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Match 30: SL vs AUS, head-to-head, pitch report and predicted playing XIs

ENG vs ITA: Predicted Playing XIs

England (ENG):

Harry Brook (c), Phil Salt, Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Jos Buttler (wk), Jamie Overton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer

Italy (ITA):

Anthony Mosca, Crishan Kalugamage, Justin Mosca, Harry Manenti (c),  Gian Meade (wk), JJ Smuts, Marcus Campopiano/Wayne Madsen, Grant Stewart, Ben Manenti, Jaspreet Singh, Ali Hasan

England battle against Scotland in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Match 23 on 14 February at Eden Gardens. This Group-stage contest is important for both teams as they push for a place in the next round.

England have won one and lost one match in the tournament so far. They were able to win against Nepal in a tough match but lost to the West Indies in their second match. They will look to win again and move up in the points table. Scotland have also won one and lost one match. They lost their first match but came back strongly in their last match. With confidence rising, Scotland will look to challenge England and keep their qualification hopes alive.

ENG vs SCO: Weather Report

The weather in Kolkata will be perfect for a match of cricket. The sky will be mostly sunny with temperatures in the afternoon reaching 27°C. There will be no rainfall, and the humidity levels will be moderate, ensuring a smooth flow of the match.

ENG vs SCO: Eden Gardens Stats (T20Is)

• Matches played: 16
• Average first-innings score: 158
• Average second-innings score: 135
• Teams winning batting first: 50%
• Teams winning bowling first: 38%
• Highest total: 207/4
• Lowest total: 70/10
• Highest chase: 162/4
• Lowest total defended: 145/8
  

See Also: ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Match 24: NZ vs SA, weather report, stadium stats and predicted playing XIs

ENG vs SCO: Predicted Playing XIs

England (ENG):

Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler, Will Jacks, Phil Salt (wk), Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton

Scotland (SCO):

Richie Berrington (c), Michael Jones, Brandon McMullen, George Munsey, Brad Currie, Tom Bruce, Matthew Cross (wk), Mark Watt, Oliver Davidson, Michael Leask, Safyaan Sharif

The West Indies will take on Scotland in Match 2 of Group C of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, set to be played at the historic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. This encounter brings together two teams with different styles, which makes the match even more exciting.

Two-time champions West Indies national cricket team will look to use their strong hitting and experience to start the tournament on a winning note. On otherhand Scotland, led by Richie Berrington, will aim to play fearless cricket. With key players such as George Munsey, Michael Leask and Brandon McMullen, Scotland will aim to stay competitive, take early wickets, and put pressure on the favourites in this high-stakes encounter.

WI vs SCO: Weather Report

The weather in Kolkata will be pleasant for the afternoon match. The temperature lies between 24°C and 28°C, accompanied by a sunny day. The humidity is moderate, and there's only a small chance of rain, which means a full game would be possible without interruptions.

WI vs SCO: Eden Gardens Stats (T20Is)

• Matches played: 14
• Average first-innings score: 152
• Average second-innings score: 134
• Teams winning batting first: 43%
• Teams winning bowling first: 43%
• Highest total: 201/5
• Lowest total: 70/10
• Highest chase: 162/4
• Lowest total defended: 145/8

See Also: ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Match 3: IND vs USA, weather report, stadium stats and predicted playing XIs

WI vs SCO: Predicted Playing XIs

West Indies (WI):

Shai Hope (c & wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Romario Shepherd, Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein

Scotland (SCO):

Richie Berrington (c), Michael Jones, Mark Watt, Brandon McMullen, Matthew Cross (wk), Tom Bruce, Michael Leask, Chris Greaves, Oliver Davidson, Safyaan Sharif, Zainullah Ihsan