The much-anticipated clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings at the historic Eden Gardens was washed out on Monday, leaving thousands of fans disappointed. Despite the relentless efforts of the ground staff and personal supervision by CAB President Sourav Ganguly, the damp outfield remained unplayable. With the match called off after the 11:14 PM cut-off time, both teams shared a point each, marking KKR’s first entry on the points table this season.

The match lasted only 3.4 overs before the heavens opened up. While the action on the pitch was brief, the spotlight never left the VIP stands where KKR co-owner Shah Rukh Khan was spotted with his daughter Suhana. King Khan appeared visibly concerned as the rain played spoilsport, but the mood shifted dramatically post-match during a rare and iconic encounter.

The official social media handles of KKR shared a video that has since gone viral, featuring Shah Rukh Khan greeting the “Prince of Bengal,” Sourav Ganguly. The visual of the Bollywood superstar and the former Indian captain sharing a warm moment has sent fans into a frenzy, with the caption reading, “When the King met the Prince of Bengal.” While the rain took away the cricket, this legendary reunion provided the “Magic Moment” that fans will cherish for a long time.