The Punjab Kings (PBKS) are taking on the in-form Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 31 of IPL 2025 today at the vibrant Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh. PBKS won the toss and chose to bat first, looking to bounce back after a nail-biting contest against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), where they scored a mammoth 246 runs but couldn’t defend the target as SRH chased it down in a sensational finish. With three wins from five matches, PBKS still holds a strong position in the race to the playoffs, but consistency will be key.
On the other hand, KKR enters this clash high on confidence after crushing the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their last outing. KKR's spin attack strangled CSK, limiting them to just 103 runs for 9 wickets. Remarkably, KKR needed only 61 balls to chase down the target—exactly the number of dot balls their bowlers delivered. With both sides boasting explosive lineups, the stage is set for a high-octane showdown on a batting-friendly pitch that could once again witness a 200+ chase.
As the match unfolds, PBKS will need to make a change in their playing eleven due to Lockie Ferguson being ruled out for the season after picking up an injury in the last match. This will force the team to rethink its strategy and lineup, possibly bringing in a replacement in the starting lineup. Suryansh Shedge is expected to be used as an impact player.
Here’s how the predicted playing elevens for both teams look:
Punjab Kings XI: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (w), Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Josh Inglis, Shashank Singh, Glenn Maxwell, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Impact Players: Suryansh Shedge, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Yash Thakur, Harpreet Brar, Praveen Dubey.
Kolkata Knight Riders XI: Quinton de Kock (w), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (c), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Vaibhav Arora, Anrich Nortje, Varun Chakaravarthy.
Impact Players: Manish Pandey, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Rovman Powell, Luvnith Sisodia, Anukul Roy.
As the IPL 2025 continues, both teams will be keen to secure a victory that could significantly impact their standings in the tournament. PBKS, having lost their last match, will be eager to make a statement against KKR, who are riding high on their recent success.
The match is not just a contest of skill but also a battle of strategies, as both teams look to exploit the conditions at the Mullanpur Cricket Stadium. The atmosphere is electric, with fans eagerly anticipating a thrilling encounter.
For viewers looking to catch the action live, the match will be broadcasted on the Star Sports Network in India, with live streaming available on Jio Hotstar. The toss for the IPL 2025 match between PBKS and KKR took place at 7:00 PM IST, and the match is set to begin at 7:30 PM IST.
As the teams take the field, all eyes will be on the players to see who can deliver under pressure. Will Punjab Kings find their rhythm again, or will Kolkata Knight Riders continue their winning streak? The answers will unfold in what promises to be an exhilarating match in the IPL 2025 season.
Stay tuned for updates as the game progresses, and don’t miss out on the live score and match updates available through various platforms. The excitement of IPL is in full swing, and every match counts as teams vie for the coveted playoff spots.
As the IPL 2025 season heats up, the stakes are higher than ever, making every match a must-watch event for cricket fans around the globe.
