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Head-to-Head Rivalry

Delhi Daredevils

Kolkata Knight Riders

21 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

Wins

47.6%

Total

Wins

52.4%

47.6%

52.4%

Rivalry Overview

The head-to-head between Delhi Daredevils and Kolkata Knight Riders epitomizes IPL cricket at its finest. Through 21 contests, both teams have demonstrated why they're considered powerhouses, with each encounter adding new chapters to this ongoing saga.

📊 Record Analysis

Statistical balance defines this rivalry. With Delhi Daredevils winning 10 times and Kolkata Knight Riders prevailing 11 times, the 1-game margin is testament to competitive excellence on both sides. The near-50-50 split keeps every matchup unpredictable.

Delhi Daredevils Stats

Highest Score: 219

Average Score: 77

Win Rate: 47.6%

Kolkata Knight Riders Stats

Highest Score: 200

Average Score: 70

Win Rate: 52.4%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

The batting duel features DA Warner (290 runs, SR: 137.44) for Delhi Daredevils against G Gambhir (413 runs) from Kolkata Knight Riders, showcasing contrasting styles yet equal effectiveness. With the ball, A Mishra (Delhi Daredevils) has claimed 11 wickets at 6.62 economy, while SP Narine (Kolkata Knight Riders) counters with 23 scalps.

🏏 Delhi Daredevils Top Scorers

DA Warner

SR: 137.44 | 11×6 | 31×4

290

211 balls

SS Iyer

SR: 153.85 | 14×6 | 18×4

240

156 balls

V Sehwag

SR: 158.56 | 6×6 | 21×4

176

111 balls

G Gambhir

SR: 123.02 | 1×6 | 19×4

155

126 balls

DPMD Jayawardene

SR: 117.50 | 2×6 | 17×4

141

120 balls

🏏 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Scorers

G Gambhir

SR: 124.40 | 6×6 | 49×4

413

332 balls

RV Uthappa

SR: 136.29 | 12×6 | 38×4

353

259 balls

YK Pathan

SR: 138.46 | 10×6 | 22×4

252

182 balls

MK Pandey

SR: 127.27 | 4×6 | 16×4

182

143 balls

BB McCullum

SR: 113.49 | 5×6 | 12×4

143

126 balls

🎯 Delhi Daredevils Top Bowlers

A Mishra

Econ: 6.62 | Balls: 252

wickets

UT Yadav

Econ: 7.64 | Balls: 150

wickets

Z Khan

Econ: 7.75 | Balls: 89

wickets

M Morkel

Econ: 8.11 | Balls: 114

wickets

A Nehra

Econ: 7.27 | Balls: 90

wickets

🎯 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Bowlers

SP Narine

Econ: 6.49 | Balls: 294

wickets

PP Chawla

Econ: 8.00 | Balls: 135

wickets

AD Russell

Econ: 7.79 | Balls: 114

wickets

UT Yadav

Econ: 8.38 | Balls: 156

wickets

JH Kallis

Econ: 7.32 | Balls: 150

wickets

⭐ Memorable Moments

The highest team totals showcase batting firepower: Delhi Daredevils peaked at 219 runs, while Kolkata Knight Riders responded with 200. These monumental scores demonstrate the explosive potential when these teams' batting lineups fire on all cylinders. Eden Gardens has been the primary theater for this rivalry, witnessing 8 clashes that have added to the ground's rich history.

🏟️ Venue Breakdown

Eden Gardens

8 matches played

Feroz Shah Kotla

7 matches played

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