PBKS vs KKR, IPL 2025: Win Probability [Source: iplt20.com]
The clash between Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders at the New PCA Stadium in Mullanpur promises to be an exciting encounter in IPL 2025. PBKS enters with a mixed record of 3 wins and 2 losses, while KKR has been slightly more consistent with 3 wins from 6 matches. With Mullanpur's distinctive batting-friendly conditions and both teams featuring in-form performers with contrasting styles, this match could deliver strategic battles that might prove decisive.
PBKS vs KKR Toss Prediction
Comprehensive venue analysis reveals that the New PCA Stadium strongly favours the team batting first. The pitch at Mullanpur typically remains excellent for batting throughout, but defending totals has proven more successful with teams batting first winning 100% of matches played here in IPL 2025. Teams winning the toss are highly likely to choose to bat first to leverage these conditions, especially given the high average first innings score of 212.
PBKS vs KKR Predicted Score Today
Innings
Predicted Score
Win Probability If Achieved
1st Innings
195-210
PBKS 65%, KKR 35%
2nd Innings
175-190
70% win probability for defending team
PBKS vs KKR Predicted Top Performers
Punjab Kings
Player
Role
Form
Shreyas Iyer
Batter
⬆️
Priyansh Arya
Batter
⬆️
Arshdeep Singh
Bowler
↔️
Kolkata Knight Riders
Player
Role
Form
Ajinkya Rahane
Batter
⬆️
Varun Chakravarthy
Bowler
⬆️
Sunil Narine
All-rounder
⬆️
PBKS vs KKR Momentum Shifters
Factor
Threshold
Statistical Impact
Powerplay Batting by PBKS
55+ runs without losing a wicket
+28% win probability for PBKS
Varun Chakravarthy's Middle Overs
Economy rate <6.5 with 2+ wickets
+32% win probability for KKR
Shreyas Iyer's Innings
45+ runs at 180+ SR
+25% win probability for PBKS
Sunil Narine's All-round Performance
25+ runs and 1+ wicket
+22% win probability for KKR
PBKS vs KKR Win Probability
PBKS vs KKR, IPL 2025: Win Probability [Source: OneCricket]
PBKS vs KKR Predicted Winner
Punjab Kings to win, leveraging their explosive batting led by Shreyas Iyer and Priyansh Arya, home advantage, and the batting-first friendly conditions at Mullanpur Stadium.