KKR vs PBKS Weather Update, IPL 2025: Match Called Off Due to Rain - Eden Gardens, Kolkata LIVE Weather Report

KKR vs PBKS Weather Live Updates: As Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) battle Punjab Kings (PBKS) under the lights at Eden Gardens, Mother Nature has decided to play her part in this IPL 2025 clash.

With the skies brooding and humidity levels soaring, the conditions have turned as unpredictable as a last-over thriller. Red Warning in Effect: Lightning and Rain Interruptions Loom

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Apr 26, 2025, 11:00 pm IST

IPL 2025 Match 44 Weather Update: KKR vs PBKS Called Off!

The KKR vs PBKS match is called off due to rain! As mentioned earlier, both sides share a point each!

Apr 26, 2025, 10:59 pm IST

KKR vs PBKS Weather Update

No change in weather forecast as it continues to rain in Kolkata amid thick, dark clouds hovering above the city of joy! Both sides are all set to share a point each, while the net run rate won't be impacted!

Apr 26, 2025, 10:48 pm IST

Kolkata Weather Update: Steady Rain at the Eden Gardens

The rain continues steadily at Eden Gardens, and with the earlier chaos of covers being blown away, there's a concern that water may have seeped under the surface. There's some cautious optimism as the rain appears to be easing, drawing a few cheers from the crowd. However, it's still drizzling, so any hopes of a restart remain tentative for now.

Apr 26, 2025, 10:40 pm IST

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings Weather Update

While the rain continues at the Eden Gardens, we are now losing overs with every minute passing. The cut-off time is 11:30 PM IST. However, if the match officials feel that the ground conditions won't be ready before the cut-off time, then the match may get called off before too! Stay tuned as we await an official update

Apr 26, 2025, 10:29 pm IST

Eden Gardens Weather Update: Rain is back, Thunderstorm continues, we are set to lose overs

The rain and thunderstorms have returned with more force at Eden Gardens, and we're now just minutes away from overs being lost. If there's no restart, the match will be officially called off at 11:30 PM IST. Chaos unfolded earlier as Matthew Hayden described the wild scenes - heavy winds lifted covers off the ground, even launching six groundstaff into the air. Ground conditions remain extremely challenging, and the rain continues to fall heavily.

Apr 26, 2025, 10:15 pm IST

Kolkata vs Punjab Weather Update: Rain stops at the Eden Gardens

There's finally some good news from Eden Gardens! The rain appears to have stopped, and a few KKR players have come out near the boundary ropes for warm-ups and throwdowns.

A restart could be on the horizon if conditions continue to improve. Remember, overs will only start getting deducted if the match doesn't resume past 10:30 PM IST - so for now, we remain on track.

Apr 26, 2025, 10:10 pm IST

KKR vs PBKS Weather Update: Situation worsened

The situation has worsened at Eden Gardens. Lightning has now joined the heavy rain, making conditions even more challenging. Earlier, at around 9:55 PM, it was reported that the rain had intensified significantly. Groundstaff are doing everything they can, even using rocks to secure the covers against the strong winds. Fans from the uncovered stands have moved to higher, sheltered areas for safety. While there's still time before overs are reduced, the weather shows no signs of easing just yet.

The covers are flying into the stands. Strong Kalboishaki winds. #IPL2025 pic.twitter.com/YnpkyTlqKZ
— Sreshth Shah (@sreshthx) April 26, 2025

Apr 26, 2025, 10:04 pm IST

Kolkata Weather Update

The scenes at Eden Gardens are growing more dramatic. Strong winds have picked up, forcing some spectators to rush for shelter. The ground is now fully covered as the rain persists, but there's no cause for alarm yet. We still have about an hour before overs start getting reduced, and with plenty of time left in the evening, hopes remain high for a full contest once conditions improve. Fingers crossed!

Apr 26, 2025, 9:54 pm IST

KKR vs PBKS Weather Update

Welcome to our live coverage of KKR vs PBKS at Eden Gardens! Unfortunately, the rain continues to play spoilsport in Kolkata. Persistent showers and thunderstorms have kept the players off the field, and the start of Kolkata Knight Riders' chase of 202 remains delayed. The latest weather updates suggest no immediate clearance, with heavy clouds still looming large over the stadium.

Stay tuned as we bring you every development from Eden Gardens!

The weather gods had already issued a red alert for lightning earlier today, and as the evening unfolded, that warning materialised into reality. Around 9:45 PM, temperatures hovered around 30°C with a RealFeel® of 35°, thanks to thick clouds hanging stubbornly over Kolkata. Gusty southern winds clocking speeds up to 50 km/h have added to the drama, creating anxious moments for players, officials, and fans alike.

Rain interrupted the second innings shortly after KKR's pursuit of PBKS's daunting 202-run target began. Sunil Narine and Rahmanullah Gurbaz opened cautiously but found themselves halted by a sudden downpour. The covers rushed onto the ground as hopes of an uninterrupted chase took a hit. At the time of interruption, KKR were 7 for no loss after one over.

Tonight's Forecast: Breezy, Humid and Partly Cloudy

Looking ahead into the night, Kolkata's forecast points towards breezy conditions with pockets of humidity refusing to budge. Skies will remain partly cloudy, and though rain percentages look low for the post-midnight hours (hovering around 0% from 10 PM to 5 AM), the storm activity earlier suggests the potential for sudden disruptions remains.

Temperatures are set to dip gradually to around 27°C overnight, but the real concern is the persistent stickiness in the air that could affect the outfield conditions and make batting under lights slightly tricky if the match resumes.

Tomorrow's Outlook: Thunderstorms on the Horizon

Sunday brings more ominous signs for the city. With a high of 34°C predicted, conditions will be humid with sporadic bursts of sunshine. Crucially, the afternoon could witness isolated thunderstorms, posing challenges for any potential reserve day considerations or practice sessions for upcoming fixtures at Eden Gardens.

Air Quality Woes Add to the Challenge

On top of everything, Kolkata's air quality remains poor tonight. The combination of heat, moisture, and pollutants creates a suffocating atmosphere, demanding high fitness levels and concentration from the players on the field.

Current Scenario: Rain Holds the Cards

With KKR needing 195 runs off 114 balls when play halted, all eyes are now glued to the radar maps and the ground staff's efforts to dry the field swiftly. The umpires and officials will have a keen eye on the radar, hoping for a window large enough to resume what has been an electrifying contest so far.

Both KKR and PBKS know the stakes are incredibly high. While Punjab seek to climb into the top four, defending champions Kolkata desperately need to string victories together to stay alive in the playoff race. However, tonight, it might just be the weather that decides the winner.

Stay tuned as we bring you all the live updates from a rain-hit Eden Gardens, where cricket, clouds, and uncertainty are all locked in a fascinating battle!