KKR vs PBKS Prediction

Kolkata Knight Riders are one of the biggest franchises in the world and former two-time champions in the Indian Premier League and will likely be favourites in the KKR vs PBKS prediction.

On the other side, Punjab Kings are yet to taste championship success and have largely struggled to break out of the bottom half of the table.

In the 2022 and 2023 IPL seasons, matches between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) showcased thrilling performances, essential for PBKS vs KKR prediction analyses. 

In 2022, at Mumbai, Kolkata Knight Riders faced Punjab Kings in an exciting clash where KKR emerged victorious by 6 wickets, with 33 balls remaining, a match where Umesh Yadav's outstanding performance earned him the "Player of the Match" title. 

The following year, in Chandigarh, Punjab Kings won against Kolkata Knight Riders by 7 runs, according to the DLS method, thanks to Arshdeep Singh's remarkable bowling.

Another 2023 encounter in Kolkata saw KKR winning against PBKS by 5 wickets, with the match stretching to the final ball, highlighting Andre Russell's crucial role in the victory. 

KKR vs PBKS - Highest Victories by Runs

• In 2010, KKR won by 39 runs at Chandigarh, with Manoj Tiwary scoring 75 runs as the best batsman from the winning side.
• In 2014, KKR won by 28 runs at Kolkata, with Robin Uthappa scoring 42 runs as the best batsman from the winning side.
• In 2018, KKR won by 31 runs at Indore, with Sunil Narine scoring 75 runs as the best batsman from the winning side.
• In 2019, KKR won by 28 runs at Kolkata, with Robin Uthappa scoring 67 runs as the best batsman from the winning side.

These summaries highlight key victories and performances in the rivalry between KKR and PBKS. ​

KKR vs PBKS - Highest Victories by Wickets

• In 2010, PBKS won by 8 wickets (with 10 balls remaining) at Kolkata, with Irfan Pathan taking 1 wicket as the best bowler from the winning side.
• In 2011, KKR won by 8 wickets (with 16 balls remaining) at Kolkata, with Iqbal Abdulla taking 2 wickets as the best bowler from the winning side.
• In 2014, KKR won by 9 wickets (with 12 balls remaining) at Cuttack, with Piyush Chawla taking 3 wickets as the best bowler from the winning side.
• In 2018, PBKS won by 9 wickets (with 11 balls remaining) (D/L method) at Kolkata, with Barinder Sran taking 2 wickets as the best bowler from the winning side.
  
  
   

KKR vs PBKS - Last 5 Matches

In the recent encounters between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS), the matches have showcased intense competition and strategic gameplay. 

In one notable match, KKR, after winning the toss and opting to bowl, secured a victory with 5 wickets in hand and 20 balls to spare, with Eoin Morgan being named the "Player of the Match" for his crucial performance. 

In a closely contested game, PBKS emerged victorious by 5 wickets with just 3 balls remaining, a match where KL Rahul's exceptional play earned him the "Player of the Match" title.
Umesh Yadav was instrumental in another KKR win, taking them over the line with 6 wickets and 33 balls remaining, following their decision to bowl first. 

Despite KKR's choice to bowl in another encounter, PBKS won by 7 runs under the DLS method, thanks to Arshdeep Singh's outstanding bowling, earning him the "Player of the Match." 

In the most recent clash, PBKS chose to bat first, but KKR clinched the win by 5 wickets on the final ball, with Andre Russell's explosive performance making him the "Player of the Match."

KKR vs PBKS Match Prediction

In the seasons between 2018 and 2023, the encounters between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) have been keenly contested, offering insightful data for KKR vs PBKS match prediction. 

Analyzing their head-to-head record during this period reveals that KKR has emerged victorious in approximately 64% of their matches against PBKS, who have won around 36% of the games. This historical performance suggests a competitive edge for KKR in matchups against PBKS.

Considering these statistics, the KKR vs PBKS who will win today match prediction leans towards KKR, given their higher win percentage and demonstrated ability to secure victories in recent seasons. 

However, cricket is unpredictable, and factors such as team composition, playing conditions, and day-to-day form can influence the outcome of a match. Nonetheless, if past performance is a reliable indicator, KKR appears to be the favorite in their next encounter against PBKS.

KKR vs PBKS match list (Last 5 seasons)

Here's the match list for KKR vs PBKS between the 2018 and 2023 seasons, detailing teams, venues, winners, results, and seasons:

Analyzing their win percentages from 2018 to 2023, KKR has a slight edge over PBKS in their head-to-head encounters. Based on these outcomes and considering the pattern of victories, the KKR vs PBKS match prediction and cricket odds leans towards KKR as the more likely victor in their next encounter. 

The analysis of past performances supports the notion that KKR, with their higher win rate, could have the upper hand, making them a strong contender in the KKR vs PBKS who will win today match prediction.