KKR vs PBKS IPL 2025 Match 44: Key Stats & Milestones to Watch

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will face each other in the 44th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. The match will be hosted at the Eden Garden Stadium, Kolkata on April 26, 2025, at 07:30 PM IST.

 

Ajinkya Rahane-led Kolkata Knight Riders will enter the game after having suffered defeats in the last two matches. In eight matches played so far, they have won just three games, only one out of which came on their home turf. Batting has been a major concern for the defending champions in this season, and the same was seen in their last encounter against Punjab Kings where KKR failed to chase 112. Rahane has been consistent with the bat, but lacks support from other players, especially from those who come up with the huge price tag. This match is crucial for them, and they will have to fix their batting woes before it's too late in the season.

 

Punjab Kings, under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, appears to be a formidable side. With five wins in eight matches, they are placed at fifth position in the table. Majority of the things have gone in their favor except of the form of Glenn Maxwell, who was roped with high expectations. Recently, Shreyas Iyer have also failed to showcase his ability, the way he did in the initial matches. Talking about their bowlers, the side boosts a bunch of experienced bowlers including Arshdeep, Chahal and Jansen. However, they have faced a defeat in the last match against RCB and the main reason behind the defeat was the performance of the middle order. With two quality spinners on the other side in this match, the threat will still persist.

 

The rivalry has seen plenty of memorable matches where numerous records have been broken and created. This match also promises a similar kind of entertainment. Kolkata Knight Riders will seek revenge of the humiliating defeat they suffered in Mullanpur, while Punjab Kings will aim for a win to move up in the table. Let's have a look at the stats and milestones that have been created in the past and which can be created in this game.

 

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Key Stats to Know Ahead of KKR vs PBKS 

 

Most Runs in KKR vs PBKS Matches

 

Players	Runs	Innings
Gautam Gambhir	492	15
Andre Russell	449	14
Robin Uthappa	438	14
Wriddhiman Saha	322	10
KL Rahul	317	8

 

Most Wickets in KKR vs PBKS Matches

 

Players	Wickets	Innings
Sunil Narine	36	10
Umesh Yadav	19	11
Piyush Chawla	14	6
Andre Russell	14	11
Arshdeep Singh	11	10

 

Most Sixes in KKR vs PBKS Matches

 

Players	Sixes
Andre Russell	34
Wriddhiman Saha	17
Sunil Narine	15
Chris Gayle	14
Glenn Maxwell	14

 

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Key Player Milestones to Watch in KKR vs PBKS

 

• Ajinkya Rahane is 87 runs away from 5,000 runs in IPL.
• Venkatesh Iyer is 39 runs short of 1,500 runs in IPL.
• Varun Chakravarthy is two wickets away from 150 wickets in T20 cricket.
• Prabhsimran Singh is 35 runs away from 1,000 runs in IPL.
• Shreyas Iyer needs three catches to complete 100 catches in T20s.
• Marcus Stoinis is five runs shy of 6,500 runs in T20 cricket.
• Marcus Stoinis needs 67 runs to complete 2,000 runs in IPL.
• Marcus Stoinis is two sixes away from 100 sixes in IPL.

 

As Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad prepare for the 44th match of IPL 2025, some significant milestones and records are up for grabs. With the big players looking to etch their names into the record book, there is going to be a spectacular contest at , Kolkata.