IPL 2025 Points Table, Orange Cap, Purple Cap: Punjab Kings Gain A Spot At Expense Of Mumbai Indians
IPL 2025: PBKS vs KKR Match Abandoned, Points Table and Cap Updates
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Quick Highlights
- Match abandoned due to rain after 1 over of KKR’s chase
- PBKS posted 201/4 in their innings
- Prabhsimran Singh scored 83 off 49 balls
- Priyansh Arya hit 69 off 35 deliveries
- Both teams share one point each
Match Summary and Weather Impact
The IPL 2025 clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings at Eden Gardens was called off due to a sudden thunderstorm, with KKR at 7/0 after one over in pursuit of 202. The interruption came at 9:35 PM when debris flew across the ground, forcing the covers to be brought on. Despite the ground staff’s quick response, relentless rain led to the match being officially abandoned at 10:58 PM.
Points Distribution
Following the abandonment, both teams shared one point each. KKR now have 7 points from 9 matches (7th position), while Punjab Kings moved to 11 points from 9 games, gaining a spot in the standings.
PBKS Batting Performance
Punjab Kings, after choosing to bat, put up an impressive 201/4 in their allotted overs. The innings was highlighted by a spectacular 120-run opening partnership between Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya in just 11.5 overs.
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prabhsimran Singh | 83 | 49 | 6 | 6 | 169.39 |
| Priyansh Arya | 69 | 35 | 8 | 4 | 197.14 |
Batting Highlights
Prabhsimran Singh’s innings transformation was remarkable, accelerating from 32 off 34 balls to score 49 runs off his next 17 deliveries. Arya, coming off a century against CSK, continued his dream debut season with another explosive knock.
KKR Bowling Analysis
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaibhav Arora | 4 | 34 | 2 | 8.50 |
| Andre Russell | 3 | 27 | 1 | 9.00 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | 4 | 39 | 1 | 9.75 |
| Sunil Narine | 4 | 35 | 0 | 8.75 |
Match Conditions
The Eden Gardens pitch proved to be a batting paradise, unlike previous matches where it tended to slow down. The perfect batting conditions were evident in PBKS’s aggressive approach, particularly during overs 10-15 where they scored 71 runs.
Orange and Purple Cap Standings
Current Orange Cap standings in IPL 2025
Updated Purple Cap standings in IPL 2025
Published on April 26, 2025
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