Kolkata/IBNS, April 7 -- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) opened their account in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 after their home clash against Punjab Kings (PBKS) was washed out due to heavy rain at the Eden Gardens on Monday.

Both teams shared a point each as per the rules after persistent rain, accompanied by strong winds, forced the match to be called off.

Players rush to dugout as rain stopped the play. Photo: Avishek Mitra/IBNS

The match was interrupted in the fourth over, with only 3.4 overs bowled before players rushed off the field as rain lashed the stadium.

KKR, who won the toss and surprisingly opted to bat despite rain forecasts, were struggling at 25/2 in 3.4 overs when play was halted.

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