The much-anticipated IPL 2026 fixture between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings ended in utter disappointment for fans as rain halted play after just 3.4 overs.
KKR, having chosen to bat first, were struggling at 25/2 when the drizzle intensified, leading to a wet outfield and eventual abandonment. Both sides were awarded one point, with PBKS missing a chance to extend their winning streak and KKR avoiding a third consecutive loss.
Shah Rukh Khan arrived at Eden Gardens with daughter Suhana Khan to support KKR.
The washout leaves KKR still searching for their first win of IPL 2026 after defeats to Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad. The team remains near the bottom of the standings, with questions persisting over leadership decisions and the absence of bowling contributions from high-priced signing Cameron Green. With key players like Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy unavailable against PBKS, KKR’s campaign faces further uncertainty ahead of their next fixtures.
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