Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will be keen to take one step closer to qualifying for playoffs with a win over the out-of-form Punjab Kings (PBKS) when the two teams meet on Friday, April 26, at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
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With 10 points from seven games (5 wins, 2 losses), KKR currently stand in second position on the points table, four behind table-toppers Rajasthan Royals.
Sunrisers Hyderabad's loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Thursday evening means that the Knight Riders can create a comfortable two-point gap between themselves and the remaining two teams in the top four. Qualifying in the top two proves beneficial to every team, since they get an extra chance to reach the final, which is what KKR will be eager to achieve.
On the other hand, it has been a dismal campaign from PBKS. They looked promising in the first few games, but have since faded dramatically, losing their four games on the trot.
They can still make it to the playoffs, though. With four points from eight games, they are mathematically still not out of contention for a top four spot. However, they will have to ensure they win at least five of their remaining six games, if not all, to keep their playoffs hopes alive.
KKR vs PBKS win probability
The PBKS batters have upped the ante since ball one, trying their level best to keep up with the required run rate. Chasing 267, PBKS are currently batting at par with the required rate, courtesy of explosive innings from Prabhsimran Singh (54) and Johnny Bairstow (57*). However, a couple of tight overs from the KKR bowlers could seal the deal for the hosts. The PBKS need 130 runs from the final ten, having scored 132 runs in the first half of the innings.
Live win probabilty:
- KKR: 70%
- PBKS: 30%
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KKR vs PBKS: Betting odds
According to odds on Dafabet, here are the latest odds for the game between KKR and PBKS.
| Team | Betting odds |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 1.37 |
| Punjab Kings | 3.25 |
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