Kolkata, April 27 -- In an encounter marred by the Norwesters, Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders split the pointsleaving both teams pondering about the result.

While the single point nudged Punjab Kings into the top four of the IPL standings, KKR found themselves languishing in seventh place with seven points.

The surprise inclusion of Chetan Sakaria,expected to bolster the bowling attack, turned into a costly misfire. Sakaria went for 39 runs in hisfour overs, failing to contain the batters under pressure.

On a slow, sluggish pitch that offered little for the bowlers, Arya and Singh launched a ferociousassault.

His innings was a blend of delicate strokes and calculated risk-taking,exploiting the pitch's nuances.

Arya then crack...