BCCI executive said that dew will be an important factor down south while the host broadcasters, Star Sports, had already requested for an early start as the playoffs will be followed by an elaborate presentation ceremony.
Williamson said that Rashid will now be well rested so that he is in fine fettle for the all-important summit clash.
Saha has been woeful with the bat this season with 87 runs from 10 matches.
KKR will now meet Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) here on Friday to decide who faces Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the final on Sunday.
Punjab cannot afford to falter an inch in their last two matches to be in contention.
