Home Team vs Team Kings XI Punjab vs Rajasthan Royals
Head-to-Head Rivalry

Kings XI Punjab

VS

Rajasthan Royals

21 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

10
Wins
47.6%
21
Total
11
Wins
52.4%
47.6%
52.4%

Rivalry Overview

The head-to-head between Kings XI Punjab and Rajasthan Royals 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

Numbers reflect what fans see on the field - two equally formidable sides. Kings XI Punjab's 10 wins versus Rajasthan Royals's 11 represents one of IPL's most balanced rivalries, where form and conditions matter more than historical advantage.

Kings XI Punjab Stats

Highest Score: 223
Average Score: 84
Win Rate: 47.6%

Rajasthan Royals Stats

Highest Score: 211
Average Score: 86
Win Rate: 52.4%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

Individual brilliance defines this rivalry. SE Marsh leads Kings XI Punjab's run-scoring with 415 runs at a strike rate of 145.10, while SV Samson anchors Rajasthan Royals with 406 runs. With the ball, PP Chawla (Kings XI Punjab) has claimed 14 wickets at 7.60 economy, while SK Trivedi (Rajasthan Royals) counters with 11 scalps.

🏏 Kings XI Punjab Top Scorers

1
SE Marsh
SR: 145.10 | 17×6 | 41×4
415
286 balls
2
KL Rahul
SR: 130.11 | 10×6 | 32×4
350
269 balls
3
CH Gayle
SR: 150.69 | 15×6 | 18×4
217
144 balls
4
DA Miller
SR: 160.16 | 16×6 | 6×4
205
128 balls
5
Yuvraj Singh
SR: 167.23 | 16×6 | 12×4
199
119 balls

🏏 Rajasthan Royals Top Scorers

1
SV Samson
SR: 144.48 | 19×6 | 27×4
406
281 balls
2
AM Rahane
SR: 117.67 | 6×6 | 39×4
373
317 balls
3
SR Watson
SR: 150.00 | 14×6 | 34×4
315
210 balls
4
JC Buttler
SR: 143.43 | 7×6 | 28×4
251
175 balls
5
SPD Smith
SR: 158.42 | 3×6 | 23×4
160
101 balls

🎯 Kings XI Punjab Top Bowlers

1
PP Chawla
Econ: 7.60 | Balls: 248
14
wickets
2
AR Patel
Econ: 6.74 | Balls: 138
8
wickets
3
AJ Tye
Econ: 7.25 | Balls: 48
8
wickets
4
Mujeeb Ur Rahman
Econ: 6.87 | Balls: 90
7
wickets
5
IK Pathan
Econ: 7.57 | Balls: 126
7
wickets

🎯 Rajasthan Royals Top Bowlers

1
SK Trivedi
Econ: 7.84 | Balls: 228
11
wickets
2
SR Watson
Econ: 7.11 | Balls: 162
9
wickets
3
KK Cooper
Econ: 7.13 | Balls: 90
9
wickets
4
JP Faulkner
Econ: 9.69 | Balls: 135
9
wickets
5
SW Tait
Econ: 5.55 | Balls: 67
8
wickets

Memorable Moments

Peak performances include Kings XI Punjab's 223-run masterclass and Rajasthan Royals's 211-run statement, both exemplifying the attacking intent that characterizes this matchup. With 6 matches, Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali has emerged as the spiritual home of this rivalry, producing countless memorable moments.

🏟️ Venue Breakdown

Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali
6 matches played
Sawai Mansingh Stadium
6 matches played
Sharjah Cricket Stadium
2 matches played