IPL 2025, Match - 31 | PBKS vs KKR | Fantasy Tips, Prediction & Preview

Punjab Kings (PBKS) will play against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 31st game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Currently, PBKS are placed sixth on the points table. Whereas, KKR is at fifth position on the table.

In the previous game, Punjab Kings took on Sunrisers Hyderabad and were defeated by them by 8 wickets. Captain Shreyas Iyer scored 82 runs. PBKS comes into this contest with a powerful lineup featuring aggressive batters, seasoned all-rounders, and quality bowlers. At the top, Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh set the tone with fearless strokeplay, while captain Shreyas Iyer anchors the innings. The middle order is bolstered by impactful all-rounders like Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, and Shashank Singh. With the ball, Punjab relies on the pace of Lockie Ferguson and Arshdeep Singh, and the spin wizardry of Yuzvendra Chahal.

On the other hand, Kolkata Knight Riders won by 8 wickets against CSK in their last game. Sunil Narine scored 44 runs and took 3 wickets for them. Kolkata features a dangerous mix of power hitters and world-class bowlers. With Quinton de Kock and Sunil Narine at the top, the team gets an aggressive start. Skipper Ajinkya Rahane provides stability at number three, while Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, and Andre Russell can take down any attack. In the bowling department, KKR boasts a fearsome lineup with Spencer Johnson, Harshit Rana, and Vaibhav Arora delivering pace, while Varun Chakravarthy controls the middle overs with spin.

Match Timings

Match Toss Time - 07:00 PM IST (01:30 PM GMT)

Match Start Time - 07:30 PM IST (02:00 PM GMT)

Match Venue - Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur, Chandigarh

Head to Head

Matches Played - 33

Punjab Kings won - 12        Kolkata Knight Riders won - 21

Last 5 meetings

Punjab Kings won - 2           Kolkata Knight Riders won - 3

Pitch Report

The surface in Mullanpur is relatively new and offers a sporting wicket. Fast bowlers are likely to get movement early on, but the pitch settles nicely for batters under lights. Spin might come into play in the second half as the surface slows down.

Weather Report

The weather forecast is expected to be hot and clear. There are no chances of rain during the game. The temperature is likely to be around 34°C  with 41% humidity.

Probable Playing XI  

Punjab Kings (PBKS) - Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh(wk), Shreyas Iyer(c), Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Yash Thakur, Yuzvendra Chahal

Impact Player - Lockie Ferguson

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) - Quinton de Kock(wk), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane(c), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Spencer Johnson, Andre Russell, Ramandeep Singh, Harshit Rana, Vaibhav Arora, Varun Chakravarthy

Impact Player - Moeen Ali

Must Picks

PBKS - Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer

KKR - Sunil Narine, Venkatesh Iyer

PBKS vs KKR Fantasy Team

Wicket-Keeper : Quinton de Kock, Prabhsimran Singh

Batters : Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer, Venkatesh Iyer

All-rounder : Sunil Narine, Glenn Maxwell, Marco Jansen

Bowlers : Varun Chakravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana

Captain and Vice-Captain picks

Captain : Sunil Narine

Vice-Captain : Shreyas Iyer

Prediction

Though Punjab Kings lost their last match, they are one of the strongest teams in this IPL season. Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders had a mixed season so far. Hence, PBKS are favourites to win this clash.

Sportco predicts Punjab Kings to beat Kolkata Knight Riders in the 31st game of the Indian Premier League 2025.

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