CK 197/5 beat DS 176/8 | LPL 2026 Scorecard
KKR vs PBKS Dream11 team for IPL 2026 Match 12 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Kolkata Knight Riders host in-form Punjab Kings. Best captain & VC picks, Eden Gardens pitch report, Cooper Connolly vs Varun Chakravarthy, fantasy XI tips — IPL 2026 Match 12.
- 📋 Match #12
- 📅 25 July 2026 · 7:30 PM IST
- 📍 Dambulla, Dambulla
- 🏆 LPL 2026
KKR have had a rough start — losing to MI in M2 (chased 224, fell 4 runs short in a stunning game) and then being dismantled by SRH in M6 by 65 runs (bowled out for 161 chasing 226). Their bowling attack has been severely weakened: Akash Deep is OUT with a lower-back stress injury and Harshit Rana has undergone knee surgery that is likely season-ending. ⚠️ INJURIES: Akash Deep (OUT — back injury), Harshit Rana (OUT — knee surgery, likely season-ending). Matheesha Pathirana remains uncertain with a calf strain (available mid-April). KKR desperately need a win at home.
PBKS are the surprise package of IPL 2026 — two wins from two, unbeaten and full of confidence. Cooper Connolly (108 runs in 2 matches, SR 163) has been outstanding as a middle-order backbone. Vijaykumar Vyshak (5 wickets, joint Purple Cap) is tearing through batting line-ups. They chased down 210 against CSK in M7, showing their batting depth is exceptional. PBKS look the complete T20 unit in 2026.
Connolly is the form batter of this match — 108 runs in 2 games, 2 fifties, batting in a high-impact position for in-form PBKS. The 2× captain multiplier on a big innings could be the difference in your fantasy matchup. Highest floor and ceiling combination in this fixture.
KKR's most consistent batter in IPL 2026 (103 runs, SR 177) playing at his home ground Eden Gardens. The 1.5× VC multiplier on a man in irresistible form is excellent value. Strong alternative captain for those who want KKR representation.
- Angkrish Raghuvanshi(KKR)
The most consistent KKR batter in IPL 2026 — 103 runs in 2 matches at a strike rate of 177. His ability to play quick, attacking innings at the top of the order on a familiar Eden Gardens surface is KKR's biggest batting weapon. At home, he's their go-to match-winner and the captain multiplier makes him highly attractive.
- Cooper Connolly(PBKS)
Connolly is the IPL 2026 revelation — 108 runs in 2 matches with 2 fifties and an outstanding SR of 163. The Australian middle-order batter hits cleanly through the off side and can accelerate when required. He bats in a critical position and chips in with useful off-break overs. The most bankable PBKS batter at Eden Gardens.
- Varun Chakravarthy(KKR)
Varun at Eden Gardens is one of the most lethal bowling combinations in the IPL. His carrom balls, knuckleballs and leg-breaks on a surface that takes spin from the middle overs make him almost unplayable for right-handers. If KKR are to win this match, Varun's wicket-taking ability against PBKS's top order is central to their plans.
- Vijaykumar Vyshak(PBKS)
Joint Purple Cap holder with 5 wickets in 2 matches. Vyshak is PBKS's ace bowler — his pace, bounce and ability to bowl in all phases make him a consistent fantasy scorer. His record against KKR's middle order will be key, and on a Kolkata surface that can assist bounce, he's a must-have pick.
- Sunil Narine(KKR)
Narine is KKR's most dangerous all-round asset — he opens the batting and bowls his 4 overs of off-spin in the middle. His unique ability to score quickly at the top of the order while taking crucial wickets in the powerplay/middle overs means he contributes across all phases. On the Eden Gardens surface he's turned matches on his head for years.
- Cameron Green(KKR)
KKR's ₹25.2 crore marquee buy has yet to fully justify his price tag. The Australian all-rounder is a destructive power-hitter who can also trouble batters with his extra bounce and pace. At Eden Gardens — a big ground that suits his boundary-clearing power — he's due for a defining performance. The classic differential who could be the match-winner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won DS vs CK?
CK posted 197/5 (20 Ov) and then bowled out DS to win. CK won by 5 wickets. Marques Ackerman was the standout batter, scoring 40 off 33 balls. Shahnawaz Dahani led the bowling attack with 2/20. Kamindu Mendis was named Player of the Match.
Who was Player of the Match in DS vs CK?
Kamindu Mendis was named Player of the Match. Top batter: Marques Ackerman — 40(33). Top bowler: Shahnawaz Dahani — 2/20.
What is the pitch report for Dambulla?
Eden Gardens is one of the iconic T20 venues in the world — a large ground but with a flat, batting-friendly surface. Pace bowlers can extract some movement early under the lights, but the pitch flattens quickly and spinners become very effective from over 7 onwards. Average first-innings T20 scores here are 165–180. Dew in the second innings significantly aids the batting side, so winning the toss and chasing is often preferred. Varun Chakravarthy at his home ground is a particularly potent threat given his mystery variations on a track that assists spin.
Who should be captain for DS vs CK in fantasy cricket?
Cooper Connolly is a strong captain pick, with Angkrish Raghuvanshi as vice-captain. Connolly is the form batter of this match — 108 runs in 2 games, 2 fifties, batting in a high-impact position for in-form PBKS. The 2× captain multiplier on a big innings could be the difference in your fantasy matchup. Highest floor and ceiling combination in this fixture.
Who will win DS vs CK?
KKR are desperate at home after two heavy defeats and their injury-hit bowling attack is a significant concern. PBKS arrive as the most in-form side of IPL 2026 — Cooper Connolly and Vijaykumar Vyshak have been exceptional. Shreyas Iyer provides PBKS with a composed, experienced middle-order anchor and Prabhsimran Singh adds firepower at the top alongside Priyansh Arya. KKR's Sunil Narine and Cameron Green will need to fire with both bat and ball to give the home side any chance. PBKS's balanced, unbeaten unit looks too strong at this stage. PBKS to win by 10-15 runs.
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