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Head-to-Head Rivalry

Delhi Capitals

Kolkata Knight Riders

13 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

Wins

46.2%

Total

Wins

53.8%

46.2%

53.8%

Rivalry Overview

The rivalry between Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders stands as one of IPL's most compelling narratives. Across 13 pulsating encounters, these franchises have produced cricket that transcends mere statistics, creating moments etched in fans' memories forever.

📊 Record Analysis

Statistical balance defines this rivalry. With Delhi Capitals winning 6 times and Kolkata Knight Riders prevailing 7 times, the 1-game margin is testament to competitive excellence on both sides. The near-50-50 split keeps every matchup unpredictable.

Delhi Capitals Stats

Highest Score: 228

Average Score: 84

Win Rate: 46.2%

Kolkata Knight Riders Stats

Highest Score: 272

Average Score: 87

Win Rate: 53.8%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

Delhi Capitals's PP Shaw has accumulated 365 runs in this matchup, complemented by Kolkata Knight Riders's N Rana's 299-run contribution - both players proving crucial to their team's fortunes. Bowling honors belong to A Nortje's 13 wickets for Delhi Capitals and CV Varun's 19 breakthroughs for Kolkata Knight Riders, both maintaining impressive economy rates.

🏏 Delhi Capitals Top Scorers

PP Shaw

SR: 174.64 | 15×6 | 43×4

365

209 balls

RR Pant

SR: 141.71 | 13×6 | 26×4

299

211 balls

S Dhawan

SR: 126.13 | 8×6 | 26×4

251

199 balls

SS Iyer

SR: 147.97 | 9×6 | 19×4

219

148 balls

DA Warner

SR: 144.72 | 3×6 | 27×4

178

123 balls

🏏 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Scorers

N Rana

SR: 141.04 | 16×6 | 24×4

299

212 balls

AD Russell

SR: 171.43 | 23×6 | 21×4

288

168 balls

Shubman Gill

SR: 117.89 | 7×6 | 16×4

224

190 balls

SP Narine

SR: 182.79 | 15×6 | 21×4

223

122 balls

SS Iyer

SR: 141.35 | 5×6 | 12×4

147

104 balls

🎯 Delhi Capitals Top Bowlers

A Nortje

Econ: 8.28 | Balls: 134

wickets

K Rabada

Econ: 9.14 | Balls: 168

wickets

Kuldeep Yadav

Econ: 7.35 | Balls: 102

wickets

AR Patel

Econ: 7.34 | Balls: 210

wickets

Avesh Khan

Econ: 6.00 | Balls: 66

wickets

🎯 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Bowlers

CV Varun

Econ: 7.53 | Balls: 240

wickets

SP Narine

Econ: 7.19 | Balls: 252

wickets

AD Russell

Econ: 9.49 | Balls: 110

wickets

VG Arora

Econ: 7.50 | Balls: 60

wickets

PJ Cummins

Econ: 8.81 | Balls: 96

wickets

⭐ Memorable Moments

Scoring records tell their own story - Delhi Capitals's 228 represents their best effort, eclipsed only by Kolkata Knight Riders's 272. Such totals highlight the batting depth both franchises possess. Most encounters have unfolded at Sharjah Cricket Stadium, hosting 3 of these battles and becoming synonymous with this rivalry.

🏟️ Venue Breakdown

Sharjah Cricket Stadium

3 matches played

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

2 matches played

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