Rain has cursed Eden Gardens for four days straight, after the KKR vs PBKS game was abandoned on April 6 following just 3.4 overs. Since April 5, Kolkata has been under the Kalbaishakhi storms, which have also interrupted three practice sessions and turned the pitch into a white tarp.
The IMD has forecast thunderstorms till Wednesday and Wednesday early, but the KKR vs LSG game begins at 7:30 PM IST when it’s expected to be mostly dry with just 10% chance of rain. Temperature to slash from 30 to 22 degrees with heavy dew possibly assisting the chasing side in the second-innings.
KKR vs LSG Eden Gardens Weather Report: Hourly Forecast
| Time (IST) | Temperature | Humidity | Rain Chance | Wind Speed | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 PM | 30°C | 78% | 40% | 15 km/h SE | Partly cloudy, light showers possible |
| 4:00 PM | 28°C | 82% | 30% | 18 km/h SE | Cloudy, decreasing rain chance |
| 6:00 PM | 26°C | 85% | 15% | 12 km/h SE | Mostly clear, dew forming |
| 7:00 PM (Toss) | 25°C | 87% | 10% | 10 km/h SE | Clear skies expected |
| 7:30 PM (Start) | 24°C | 88% | 10% | 10 km/h SE | Dry, dew increasing |
| 9:00 PM (Innings Break) | 23°C | 90% | 5% | 8 km/h SE | Heavy dew expected |
| 10:30 PM (End) | 22°C | 92% | 5% | 8 km/h SE | Significant dew on outfield |
Key Takeaway: Morning and afternoon showers are likely, but the match time window from 7:30 PM onwards should be largely clear. A full 40-over match is expected.
Will There Be Another Washout at Eden Gardens?
Unlikely. The IMD forecast shows rain probability dropping to just 10% by toss time at 7:00 PM. The Kalbaishakhi storms that disrupted the KKR vs PBKS match typically strike during afternoon hours and weaken by evening. Eden Gardens ground staff have been working through heavy rain and strong winds to keep the outfield playable.
However, the frequent showers over the past four days may have left the outfield slightly sluggish, which could slow down outfield running and affect boundary hitting in the early overs.
How will the weather affect the Match?
- Dew factor: Heavy dew is expected from 9:00 PM onwards. Teams bowling second will struggle to grip the ball, giving a clear advantage to the chasing side
- Toss decision: The captain winning the toss should bowl first. Chasing teams have won 94 out of 176 T20s at Arun Jaitley Stadium (54%), and dew makes it even more favourable at Eden Gardens
- Outfield: Expect a slightly slow outfield due to four days of continuous rain. Batters may find it harder to hit boundaries along the ground in the first innings
- Swing bowling: The moisture in the air could help seamers like Mohammed Shami and Vaibhav Arora with early movement in the powerplay
KKR vs LSG Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | KKR vs LSG, IPL 2026 Match 15 |
| Date | Thursday, April 9, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| TV | Star Sports Network |
| Streaming | JioHotstar |
| Head to Head | LSG leads 4-2 (6 matches) |
| Rain Threat | Low during match time (10% at 7:30 PM) |
| Dew Impact | Heavy from 9:00 PM onwards |
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FAQs
Rain is expected during the afternoon hours in Kolkata, but the match time forecast from 7:30 PM onwards shows only a 10% chance of rain. A full match is expected.
Yes. The match on April 6 was abandoned after just 3.4 overs due to persistent rain and a wet outfield. Both teams earned 1 point each. KKR were 25/2 when play was stopped.
Bowl first. Heavy dew from 9:00 PM onwards will make it extremely difficult for bowlers in the second innings, giving a significant advantage to the chasing team.
Kolkata has experienced continuous rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds for four consecutive days from April 5 to April 8 due to Kalbaishakhi storms. The storms are expected to weaken by Thursday evening.
Possibly. Four days of rain may have left the Eden Gardens outfield slightly sluggish. Ground boundary hits could be slower in the first innings, but the outfield should improve as the match progresses.
There is no reserve day for league stage matches in IPL 2026. If the match is abandoned, both KKR and LSG will earn 1 point each, similar to the KKR vs PBKS result on April 6.
