KOLKATA, Apr 7: The Indian Premier League clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings was abandoned due to heavy rain at Eden Gardens. Persistent showers forced officials to call off the game without a ball being bowled.
Fans who had gathered in large numbers were left disappointed as ground staff struggled against the downpour. The match was officially declared abandoned after inspections confirmed the outfield was unplayable.
Both teams shared one point each, impacting the mid-table standings in IPL 2026. KKR and Punjab Kings will now look ahead to their upcoming fixtures in the tournament.
This marks the first rain-affected abandonment of the season, highlighting the unpredictable weather conditions that continue to challenge the IPL schedule.
