The 31st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 between the Punjab Kings (PBKS) and the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) is scheduled to take place today, April 15, 2025, at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh. The match is set to begin at 7:30 PM IST (2:00 PM GMT)
Punjab Kings, currently sixth on the points table with three wins from five matches, are looking to bounce back after a high-scoring defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Their batting has been aggressive and consistent, but their bowling—especially the spin department—has struggled to contain opposition lineups. Kolkata Knight Riders, just ahead in fifth place with three wins from six games, enter this contest with momentum after a dominant victory over Chennai Super Kings.
Historically, KKR had the upper hand in this rivalry, winning 21 out of 33 encounters, though PBKS did win their last meeting in IPL 2024.
PBKS vs KKR Match Details
- Event: IPL 2025 31st T20
- Teams: Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 31st Match
- Date: 15 April 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM IST
- Venue: Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh
IPL Live streaming
The IPL 2025 commences on March 22, 2025, and concludes on May 25, 2025. This season features 74 matches across 13 iconic stadiums in India.
The tournament includes 10 teams, divided into two groups of five. Each team plays 14 matches in the group stage, competing against teams in their group twice and against one team from the other group twice, with the remaining teams once.
- In India: Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD will broadcast all matches of the IPL 2025 live on TV. The matches will also be live-streamed on the FanCode app.
- Pakistan: Tapmad Visit the Tapmad website, download the app, and access the live match stream.
- In the United States: United States: FuboTV Sign up for a free trial, download the app or visit the website, and tune into Willow TV to watch the live match.
- In the United Kingdom: BT Sport will broadcast and livestream all matches of the IPL 2025.
- In Australia: Kayo Sports will broadcast all matches of the IPL 2025 live on TV. The matches will also be live-streamed on the Foxtel Go app.
- In New Zealand: Sky Sports NZ will stream all matches of the IPL 2025 live on TV. The matches will also be live-streamed on the Sky Go app.
- In the Caribbean: SportsMax TV will provide live coverage for the IPL 2025.
How to Watch the Match for Free:
Tapmad, a streaming service in Pakistan, has secured the rights to broadcast IPL matches until 2027. They offer free streaming of the matches, making it accessible to cricket fans across the country.
Live Streaming Link: Kings Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders
Score coverage of the Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders 31st T20 match updates may be available below.
Live Score Link: Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders
Probable Playing XIs
Kolkata Knight Riders: Ajinkya Rahane (c), Rinku Singh, Quinton de Kock, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Anrich Nortje, Venkatesh Iyer, Moeen Ali, Varun Chakaravarthy.
Punjab Kings (PBKS): Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (c), Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, Yuzvendra Chahal.
FAQs
Q1: Who has the upper hand in PBKS vs KKR?
Historically, KKR has dominated this rivalry with more than 60% wins.
Q2: Where is today’s match being played?
📍 At Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh.
Q3: What time does the match start?
Q4: Who are the key players today?
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PBKS: Shikhar Dhawan, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada
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KKR: Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Rinku Singh
Q6: Where can I watch the match live?
📺 On JioCinema (free in India) or Star Sports TV channels.