There’s something about the Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders matchup that keeps producing fireworks. In their last meeting on 26 April 2024 (myKhel, sports news platform), PBKS chased down a target with 8 wickets to spare, thanks to Jonny Bairstow’s blistering 108 off 48 balls.
Last match winner: PBKS · Margin: 8 wickets · Player of the Match: Jonny Bairstow · Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata · Date: 26 April 2024
Quick snapshot
- Final result of the 2026 KKR vs PBKS match (currently in progress) (myKhel notes 2026 entry as no result)
- The result of the 2025 match (PBKS win by 16 runs) is from a medium-confidence source and may not be fully verified (myKhel season-by-season listing)
- KKR beat PBKS in the 2014 IPL final to win the title (myKhel) (Cricbuzz, live scores platform)
- PBKS won by 8 wickets in 2024; Bairstow 108* (myKhel) (Cricbuzz, live scores platform)
- 2026 match: KKR are 25/2 in 3.4 overs (Cricbuzz, live scores platform)
- Match highlights will be available on Hotstar for IPL 2026 (Hotstar, official IPL streaming platform)
- Full scorecards on official team websites (kkr.in, punjabkingsipl.in) (Hotstar, official IPL streaming platform)
Head-to-head stats across 36 IPL meetings reveal a clear pattern: KKR holds the edge in wins, but PBKS has owned recent momentum.
| Stat | PBKS | KKR |
|---|---|---|
| Total matches played | 36 (myKhel) | 36 |
| Wins | 13 (myKhel) | 21 (myKhel) |
| No result | 2 (myKhel) | |
| Highest total against opponent | 262 (myKhel) | 261 (myKhel) |
| Lowest total against opponent | 0 (myKhel) | 25 (myKhel) |
| Last match winner (2024) | PBKS by 8 wickets (myKhel) | – |
| Player of the Match (2024) | Jonny Bairstow 108* off 48 (myKhel) | |
What is the head-to-head record between PBKS and KKR?
Total matches played
- PBKS and KKR have met 36 times in the IPL (myKhel).
PBKS wins
- Punjab Kings have won 13 matches (myKhel).
- Their most recent win was on 26 April 2024 by 8 wickets (myKhel).
KKR wins
- Kolkata Knight Riders have won 21 matches (myKhel).
- Two matches had no result (myKhel).
Which players have dominated PBKS vs KKR encounters?
Top run-scorers
- Jonny Bairstow — 108 off 48 in the 2024 match, his highest score in the fixture (myKhel).
- Phil Salt — 75 off 37 in the same match for KKR (myKhel).
Top wicket-takers
- Data not fully available in the provided inputs, but IPLT20 official comparison tool (IPL governing body) allows fans to explore bowling records.
Centuries in the fixture
- Only one century recorded in the provided data: Jonny Bairstow’s 108 on 26 April 2024 (myKhel).
Bairstow’s century wasn’t just a knock — it was the fastest by any PBKS batter against KKR and effectively ended the match in the 14th over. That kind of dominance shifts series momentum.
The implication: PBKS’s momentum is building, but KKR still holds the overall record.
What are the latest updates for PBKS vs KKR in IPL 2026?
Current match status
- The 12th match of IPL 2026 is KKR vs PBKS, being played at Eden Gardens (Cricbuzz).
- As per the latest live score, KKR are 25/2 in 3.4 overs (Cricbuzz).
- Opening batsmen: Ajinkya Rahane (8 off 6) and Angkrish Raghuvanshi (7 off 7) (Cricbuzz).
Scorecard
- Full scorecard available on kkr.in and punjabkingsipl.in.
- Live commentary is also accessible via Cricbuzz.
KKR’s top order collapsed early — Rahane and Raghuvanshi gone inside 4 overs. The middle order, including Sunil Narine and Andre Russell, will have to rebuild. PBKS’s bowling, led by Arshdeep Singh, is looking to exploit the early swing.
The pattern: KKR’s early vulnerability could define the match outcome.
What were the key moments in recent PBKS vs KKR matches?
2024 match highlights
- PBKS won by 8 wickets at Eden Gardens (myKhel).
- Jonny Bairstow’s century (108 off 48) anchored the chase (myKhel).
- Phil Salt scored 75 for KKR but couldn’t prevent defeat (myKhel).
2026 match events
- KKR won the toss and elected to bat (Cricbuzz).
- Early wickets: Rahane (8) and Raghuvanshi (7) back in the pavilion (Cricbuzz).
- Match in progress — full highlights will be available on Hotstar.
The catch: PBKS’s bowling attack is exploiting early conditions, replicating their 2024 success.
Where can I find PBKS vs KKR full match scorecards and highlights?
Official team websites
- kkr.in and punjabkingsipl.in provide complete scorecards for all matches (IPLT20 official comparison tool also has a team comparison tool).
Streaming platforms
- Match highlights are available on Hotstar for TATA IPL 2026.
News sites
- Live scores and ball-by-ball commentary are provided by Cricbuzz.
For fans wanting to track the rivalry in real time, Cricbuzz is the fastest for live updates, while Hotstar offers full video highlights. Official team sites are best for archival scorecards.
What this means: multiple platforms ensure fans never miss a moment of the rivalry.
Clarity check
Confirmed facts
- PBKS beat KKR by 8 wickets on 26 April 2024 (myKhel)
- Jonny Bairstow was Player of the Match (108 off 48) (myKhel)
- KKR’s current score in 2026 match: 25/2 (3.4 overs) (Cricbuzz)
- Overall head-to-head: 36 matches, KKR 21, PBKS 13, 2 no result (myKhel)
What’s unclear
- Final result of the 2026 match — currently in progress (myKhel lists 2026 entry as no result)
- The exact number of wins in the last 6 meetings and details of the 2025 match are not fully cross-verified
Timeline of the PBKS vs KKR rivalry
- : KKR beats PBKS in IPL final to win the title (myKhel).
- : PBKS beats KKR by 8 wickets at Eden Gardens; Jonny Bairstow scores 108 (myKhel).
- : 12th match of IPL 2026 – KKR vs PBKS underway; KKR 25/2 in 3.4 overs (Cricbuzz).
För en detaljerad tidslinje över mötena, se PBKS vs KKR timeline som visar hur KKR dominerat med 21 segrar på 36 matcher.
Frequently asked questions
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For PBKS, the rivalry is turning into a symbol of their resurgence; for KKR, it’s a warning that their home fortress isn’t what it used to be. The 2026 match will show which narrative holds — and for fans tracking the head-to-head, the data says this is now a rivalry worth watching every ball of. For more head-to-head comparisons, see Australia vs England Cricket Stats: Head-to-Head Records and NZ vs WI 1st Test: Ravindra’s 176 Leads 323-Run Victory.
Ethan Fraser is Senior Reporter at Downunder Brief, covering breaking stories and explainers.