Rain Forces Abandonment of KKR-PBKS IPL Match

The IPL 2025 match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Eden Gardens was abandoned after heavy rain and thunderstorms halted play, marking the season's first washout. Punjab Kings had posted 201/4, with a 120-run opening stand by Priyansh Arya (69) and Prabhsimran Singh (83), and captain Shreyas Iyer contributed an unbeaten 25. KKR reached 7/0 in one over before play was stopped, and both teams were awarded a point each. The outcome moved PBKS to fourth in the standings with 11 points, while KKR stayed seventh with seven points. Priyansh Arya's performance elevated him into the season's top 10 run-scorers. Despite ground staff efforts, the persistent weather conditions made resumption impossible, frustrating fans and players alike.