KKR vs PBKS: What is the cut-off time for 5-over match in IPL 2026?
(Courtesy : BCCI)
The KKR vs PBKS game of IPL 2026 has been affected by rain.
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) are clashing in match 12 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The match got underway on April 6 (Monday) at Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata.
KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and opted to bat first. They were forced to make two changes to their playing XI. Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine missed out to injury and illness, respectively, with Rovman Powell and Navdeep Saini being picked as replacements.
On the other hand, Punjab named the same playing XI for the match. The decision to bat first did not work out for KKR, as they lost two wickets in quick succession.
Pacer Xavier Bartlett clinched wickets of Finn Allen and Cameron Green in the second over. Both were caught behind by keeper Prabhsimran Singh. KKR railed at 25/2 in 3.4 overs when the rain halted the match, with Ajinkya Rahane and Angkrish Raghuvanshi at the crease.
What is the cut-off time for a five-over game in IPL 2026?
According to IPL rules, if a match needs to witness complete 20 overs after getting affected by rain, it should start by 8:30 PM. After this deadline, overs will be reduced from both innings. There is a 60-minute additional time to cover delays.
Moreover, a match needs to witness at least 5 overs to draw a result. The cut-off time for a five-over game in IPL 2026 is 11:14 PM according to Cricbuzz. If five overs cannot be completed, the match will end with no result.
Meanwhile, the Ajinkya Rahane & Co. have lost both of their matches in IPL 2026. With 0 points, they take the ninth spot in the points table.
On the other hand, Punjab have won two games in a row and aim for their third straight victory against KKR. With two points, they grab the fourth spot in the points table.
Who won the toss in KKR vs PBKS match?
KKR won the toss and opted to bat first.
What is the cut-off time for a five-over match in IPL 2026?
The cut-off time for a five-over match is 11:14 PM.
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