Home Team vs Team Kings XI Punjab vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
Head-to-Head Rivalry

Kings XI Punjab

VS

Royal Challengers Bangalore

26 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

12
Wins
46.2%
26
Total
14
Wins
53.8%
46.2%
53.8%

Rivalry Overview

The clash between Kings XI Punjab and Royal Challengers Bangalore needs no introduction to IPL enthusiasts. 26 encounters have built this into more than just matches - it's become an event that defines the tournament's excitement and quality.

📊 Record Analysis

Statistical balance defines this rivalry. With Kings XI Punjab winning 12 times and Royal Challengers Bangalore prevailing 14 times, the 2-game margin is testament to competitive excellence on both sides. The near-50-50 split keeps every matchup unpredictable.

Kings XI Punjab Stats

Highest Score: 232
Average Score: 80
Win Rate: 46.2%

Royal Challengers Bangalore Stats

Highest Score: 226
Average Score: 79
Win Rate: 53.8%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

The batting duel features KL Rahul (321 runs, SR: 157.35) for Kings XI Punjab against AB de Villiers (686 runs) from Royal Challengers Bangalore, showcasing contrasting styles yet equal effectiveness. Bowling honors belong to Sandeep Sharma's 17 wickets for Kings XI Punjab and YS Chahal's 23 breakthroughs for Royal Challengers Bangalore, both maintaining impressive economy rates.

🏏 Kings XI Punjab Top Scorers

1
KL Rahul
SR: 157.35 | 21×6 | 26×4
321
204 balls
2
SE Marsh
SR: 129.13 | 9×6 | 30×4
266
206 balls
3
DA Miller
SR: 167.79 | 12×6 | 23×4
250
149 balls
4
RS Bopara
SR: 142.96 | 7×6 | 16×4
203
142 balls
5
CH Gayle
SR: 145.11 | 11×6 | 19×4
193
133 balls

🏏 Royal Challengers Bangalore Top Scorers

1
AB de Villiers
SR: 162.95 | 41×6 | 46×4
686
421 balls
2
V Kohli
SR: 129.17 | 17×6 | 77×4
673
521 balls
3
CH Gayle
SR: 176.06 | 48×6 | 49×4
625
355 balls
4
JH Kallis
SR: 138.52 | 7×6 | 18×4
187
135 balls
5
PA Patel
SR: 158.11 | 2×6 | 21×4
117
74 balls

🎯 Kings XI Punjab Top Bowlers

1
Sandeep Sharma
Econ: 8.22 | Balls: 192
17
wickets
2
PP Chawla
Econ: 7.07 | Balls: 264
15
wickets
3
AR Patel
Econ: 7.17 | Balls: 180
11
wickets
4
IK Pathan
Econ: 7.40 | Balls: 129
11
wickets
5
P Awana
Econ: 9.31 | Balls: 96
8
wickets

🎯 Royal Challengers Bangalore Top Bowlers

1
YS Chahal
Econ: 7.88 | Balls: 277
23
wickets
2
S Aravind
Econ: 7.72 | Balls: 108
11
wickets
3
UT Yadav
Econ: 8.37 | Balls: 114
9
wickets
4
Z Khan
Econ: 7.71 | Balls: 144
8
wickets
5
MA Starc
Econ: 6.64 | Balls: 84
7
wickets

Memorable Moments

The highest team totals showcase batting firepower: Kings XI Punjab peaked at 232 runs, while Royal Challengers Bangalore responded with 226. These monumental scores demonstrate the explosive potential when these teams' batting lineups fire on all cylinders. With 9 matches, M Chinnaswamy Stadium has emerged as the spiritual home of this rivalry, producing countless memorable moments.

🏟️ Venue Breakdown

M Chinnaswamy Stadium
9 matches played
Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali
5 matches played
Dubai International Cricket Stadium
2 matches played
Holkar Cricket Stadium
2 matches played
Kingsmead
2 matches played
M.Chinnaswamy Stadium
2 matches played