IPL 2012: Kolkata-Deccan Game Washed Out

24 April 2012

Kolkata Knight Riders and Deccan Chargers were denied by horrendous weather at Eden Gardens

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Kolkata Knight Riders v Deccan Chargers - no result
Indian Premier League 2012, Kolkata

The Indian Premier League 2012 game between the Kolkata Knight Riders and the Deccan Chargers was abandoned without a ball being bowled at Eden Gardens.

A thunderstorm and heavy rain combined to leave the pitch unplayable and there were further concerns when part of a stand collapsed.

Two spectators were taken to hospital to have their injuries treated.

The point gained by both sides puts Kolkata up to second place in the table with bottom side Deccan taking their first point of the tournament.

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