The Punjab Kings will host Kolkata Knight Riders to kick off their IPL 2023 campaign. Both of the teams didn’t have a great previous season as they finished outside the playoffs. But now with updated rosters, both teams hope to start proceedings on a positive note. The Knight Riders were dealt with a massive blow ahead of the season as their captain Shreyas Iyer was ruled out citing a back injury. With this absence and a lack of quality death bowling options, KKR will be under pressure from the opening game. Whereas, Punjab Kings, unlike previous seasons, have a complete side with quality players across the board. Shikhar Dhawan-led Kings has some great overseas stars. If Punjab hopes for a possible playoff push their inexperienced Indian contingent needs to fire.

The Punjab Kings will host Kolkata Knight Riders to kick off their IPL 2023 campaign. Both of the teams didn’t have a great previous season as they finished outside the playoffs. But now with updated rosters, both teams hope to start proceedings on a positive note. The Knight Riders were dealt with a massive blow ahead of the season as their captain Shreyas Iyer was ruled out citing a back injury. With this absence and a lack of quality death bowling options, KKR will be under pressure from the opening game. Whereas, Punjab Kings, unlike previous seasons, have a complete side with quality players across the board. Shikhar Dhawan-led Kings has some great overseas stars. If Punjab hopes for a possible playoff push their inexperienced Indian contingent needs to fire.