IPL 2022, KKR vs PBKS: Pitch report, stats, streaming details
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) would be looking to bounce back against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the eighth match of the Indian Premier League (IPL). So far, KKR have a win and a loss each. Meanwhile, PBKS beat RCB by five wickets in their only game this season. The match will take place at the Wankhede Stadium on Friday. Here are the venue-specific details.
Pitch report and conditions
Wankhede usually offers a batter-friendly wicket. However, pacers could be lethal, garnering early swing. In IPL 2022, the last two affairs at this venue have witnessed an average first innings score of 144.5. The chasing side has won on both occasions. Dew will play a massive role in this fixture. As a result, the team winning the toss would be looking to bowl first.
How have KKR fared at the Wankhede Stadium?
KKR have claimed just two wins in 12 matches that they played at this venue. Recently, they beat CSK by six wickets in the IPL 2022 season opener. KKR chased down the target of 132 in 18.3 overs. It was also KKR's biggest margin of win (in terms of wickets). KKR recorded their biggest margin of win (run-wise) over MI (2012).
How have PBKS fared at the Wankhede Stadium?
PBKS enjoy a win percentage of 42.85 at Wankhede. They have mustered six wins from 14 matches here. Their last match at this venue was against DC in 2021 (lost by six wickets). Their biggest margin of win is over MI (by six wickets, 2012). In 2014, they recorded their biggest margin of win (run-wise) against CSK (by 24 runs, 2014).
A look at some other stats
In the last 10 matches, the chasing side has emerged victorious on seven occasions. Over the last five matches, a total of 55 wickets have been recorded at the Wankhede Stadium (including five run-outs). Pacers have been fairly dominant with 36 scalps. Meanwhile, spinners have claimed just 14 wickets. Also, PBKS are yet to face KKR at this venue.
KKR vs PBKS: Telecast details
The match will be telecast live on Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1, Star Sports 3 HD, and Star Sports 3. The viewers can also live stream on the Hotstar app (paid subscription) and Jio TV. The match will be available across languages for viewing: Bangla, Hindi, English, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada.
