Rain continues to disrupt matches at the Eden Gardens, with today’s clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants under serious threat of being washed out.
Heavy rain through the night and intermittent showers on the day have left conditions uncertain. The previous fixture at the venue was abandoned without a ball bowled, and the forecast remains similar. With a very low chance of play, another washout looks likely.
KKR face early points pressure
For Kolkata, this comes at a difficult time. They are currently ninth on the points table, with two defeats and one no result, sharing a single point so far. Another washout would mean more lost ground without taking the field.
In a tight tournament, that can quickly become a problem. A no-result here would leave them needing to catch up later in the competition, with fewer matches left to recover.
Home washouts add to concern
Matches at home are usually seen as an advantage, but repeated washouts change that. If games in Kolkata continue to be affected, KKR may have to rely more on results away from home.
That brings added pressure, especially against stronger sides in unfamiliar conditions. Early disruptions like these can shape the table quickly, and Kolkata will be aware that missed opportunities now could affect their chances later in the tournament.