Who will be Impact Players for today’s IPL match between PBKS vs KKR? (Photo source: IPL)
Match Overview
Punjab Kings will take on Kolkata Knight Riders in the 31st match of the IPL 2025. This exciting match-up will take place at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Stadium in Mullanpur. Punjab Kings, on the IPL 2025 Points Table, are with three wins and two losses in five matches. They lost the previous match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
On the other hand, Kolkata Knight Riders beat Chennai Super Kings in the previous match and are fifth in the points table with three wins and as many losses in six matches. This promises to be a closely fought game between these two sides.
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Predicted Impact Players for Punjab Kings
- Nehal Wadhera – A left-handed domestic batter who can be used as an impact substitute if PBKS lose early wickets in the first innings.
- Aaron Hardie– Performed well for Perth Scorchers in the BBL and can be subbed in during the second innings if they are looking for an extra overseas batting option. He has been in great form and will be a good option as an impact sub.
- Suryansh Shedge– He is an aggressive batter and did well for Mumbai in SMAT. The ace striker can be used as a substitute in the second innings if the conditions are good for batting.
- Yash Thakur– Yash Thakur is a right-arm medium pacer who has picked up 88 wickets in 64 T20 matches. He can bowl in the powerplay and also at the death. The Vidarbha pacer will offer a bowling option in the second innings.
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Predicted Impact players for Kolkata Knight Riders
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Manish Pandey – The veteran batter can provide batting cover and be used as an impact sub if KKR lose early wickets while batting first.
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Angkrish Raghuvanshi – The youngster could be used as an impact sub when batting second and was the most used impact sub for KKR in the previous season. He scored 163 runs in ten matches last season.
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Mayank Markande – Markande provides an option for leg-spin if needed in the second innings. He might be used as a sub in the second innings.
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Vaibhav Arora – Arora can swing the new ball and can be used as an impact sub in the second innings if there is some help on the pitch for the pacers.
Expert Opinion and Final Prediction
- Home Advantage: Punjab Kings are playing the game at home, which gives them a significant edge.
- Recent Form: PBKS have won three of the previous five matches while KKR have lost three of the previous six matches.
- Balanced Side: PBKS look more balanced on paper.
Disclaimer: This latest news is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.
