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April 15, 2025 | Sports – Cricket
The IPL 2025 action continues tonight as Punjab Kings (PBKS) take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 31 of the season at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh. The highly anticipated encounter kicks off at 7:30 PM IST.
Match Preview
Both teams have shown strong form in the tournament so far with 6 points each. While PBKS has played 5 matches, KKR has completed 6. This match could be a decider in the mid-season points table shuffle.
Team Form & Last Matches
- Punjab Kings (PBKS): Led by Shreyas Iyer, PBKS suffered a defeat in their last game against Sunrisers Hyderabad. They will be missing their top pacer Lockie Ferguson, who has been ruled out due to injury. All-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai could be seen as a replacement.
- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): Coming off a convincing 8-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK), KKR looks in form under the leadership of Ajinkya Rahane. Their top-order, especially Sunil Narine and Rinku Singh, has been delivering consistently.
Pitch & Conditions
The Mullanpur pitch is expected to assist batters early on, with some help for spinners in the second innings. Dew might play a role in the chase.
What to Watch For
- Can PBKS recover without Lockie Ferguson?
- Will KKR’s winning momentum continue?
- How will the newly built Mullanpur stadium impact the outcome?
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