The 12th match of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata concluded without a result due to heavy rain. KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane won the toss and chose to bat first, but the team struggled early, losing opener Finn Allen and all-rounder Cameron Green to pacer Xavier Bartlett, leaving them at 25/2 in just 3.4 overs when rain interrupted play. The match was eventually abandoned, leading to both teams receiving one point each. This result keeps PBKS unbeaten this season, placing them at the top of the points table, while KKR moves to eighth place with their first point. Additionally, cricket analyst Ravichandran Ashwin expressed confusion over KKR's decision to bat first, given the rain forecast and the absence of their key spinners, Varun Chakaravarthy and Sunil Narine. Upcoming matches include Mumbai Indians facing Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati.