KKR vs PBKS Match 12, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction

Get all details for KKR vs PBKS IPL 2026 Match 12: match timings, venue, probable playing XIs, key players to watch, live streaming info, pitch report, and expert tips.

KKR vs PBKS Match 12, IPL 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, Player Tips & Match Prediction (Image Source: Google)

KKR vs PBKS Match 12, Cricket Tips: The next game of the IPL 2026 will be played between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings. This contest has a scheduled start of 7:30 PM IST on Monday at Eden Gardens. Both sides are in for a fierce battle, but the starts of both sides have been contrasting.

PBKS have a chance to become the first team with three wins in the IPL 2026. They are in good form, and bowlers are doing well. But KKR have not been that lucky with their form and plans. They have lost two games by big margins and will be under a lot of pressure.

KKR vs PBKS: Match Details

• Date: April 06, 2026 (Monday)
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata

KKR vs PBKS Live Streaming Details

Indian fans can watch the KKR vs PBKS clash on the Star Sports Networks. Fans can also enjoy the live stream on the Jio Hotstar app or website.

KKR vs PBKS Head-to-Head in IPL

• Total Matches: 35
• KKR: 21
• PBKS: 13
• No-Result: 01

KKR vs PBKS: Ground Pitch Report

Eden Gardens has been a high-scoring venue in the IPL 2026. It has been a tough wicket to bowl for any team. The boundaries are not big enough to contain the batting side, and the outfield is also pretty flat. Batting first and putting up a big score can be a key.

KKR vs PBKS Possible XIs

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

PBKS: Shreyas Iyer (c), Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Cooper Connolly, Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Xavier Bartlett, Marco Jansen, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal

KKR vs PBKS: Player to Watch Out For

Probable Best Batter

Impact-wise, Finn Allen is probably the most dangerous batter among the two sides, and KKR want him to get going. For PBKS, Shreyas Iyer gives you assurance of consistency with the bat.

Probable Best Bowler

Sunil Narine hasn't looked at his best so far. But he has the most wickets at this venue, and he can change the game with the ball. For PBKS, Yuzi Chahal has been fantastic in both games and will be the one to watch out for.

Today Match Prediction: KKR have not looked at their best, and their average bowling unit hasn't helped them much. Hence, we predict PBKS to win this encounter.

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Disclaimer: The predictions or cricket tips are purely based on the understanding and research of the writer. So kindly make sure to consider the points above while making your predictions.