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Head-to-Head Rivalry

Kolkata Knight Riders

Punjab Kings

8 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

Wins

50%

Total

Wins

50%

Rivalry Overview

The clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings needs no introduction to IPL enthusiasts. 8 encounters have built this into more than just matches - it's become an event that defines the tournament's excitement and quality.

📊 Record Analysis

The head-to-head record tells a story of absolute parity. Kolkata Knight Riders holds 4 victories against Punjab Kings's 4, with a minuscule 0-match difference highlighting how evenly matched these teams are. This 50% vs 50% split proves neither team can claim psychological dominance.

Kolkata Knight Riders Stats

Highest Score: 261

Average Score: 106

Win Rate: 50%

Punjab Kings Stats

Highest Score: 201

Average Score: 80

Win Rate: 50%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

Individual brilliance defines this rivalry. AD Russell leads Kolkata Knight Riders's run-scoring with 192 runs at a strike rate of 188.24, while P Simran Singh anchors Punjab Kings with 202 runs. Bowling honors belong to CV Varun's 10 wickets for Kolkata Knight Riders and Arshdeep Singh's 11 breakthroughs for Punjab Kings, both maintaining impressive economy rates.

🏏 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Scorers

AD Russell

SR: 188.24 | 17×6 | 12×4

192

102 balls

VR Iyer

SR: 126.02 | 3×6 | 15×4

155

123 balls

N Rana

SR: 139.47 | 4×6 | 11×4

106

76 balls

SP Narine

SR: 187.50 | 5×6 | 11×4

48 balls

RA Tripathi

SR: 129.31 | 1×6 | 10×4

58 balls

🏏 Punjab Kings Top Scorers

P Simran Singh

SR: 196.12 | 16×6 | 17×4

202

103 balls

S Dhawan

SR: 121.35 | 2×6 | 15×4

108

89 balls

JM Bairstow

SR: 225.00 | 9×6 | 8×4

108

48 balls

Priyansh Arya

SR: 193.62 | 5×6 | 11×4

47 balls

KL Rahul

SR: 114.67 | 3×6 | 6×4

75 balls

🎯 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Bowlers

CV Varun

Econ: 7.10 | Balls: 186

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SP Narine

Econ: 7.13 | Balls: 186

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UT Yadav

Econ: 6.25 | Balls: 48

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Harshit Rana

Econ: 12.17 | Balls: 72

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VG Arora

Econ: 9.68 | Balls: 57

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🎯 Punjab Kings Top Bowlers

Arshdeep Singh

Econ: 8.66 | Balls: 142

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RD Chahar

Econ: 5.79 | Balls: 84

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YS Chahal

Econ: 7.00 | Balls: 24

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Ravi Bishnoi

Econ: 5.13 | Balls: 48

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M Jansen

Econ: 5.52 | Balls: 25

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⭐ Memorable Moments

The highest team totals showcase batting firepower: Kolkata Knight Riders peaked at 261 runs, while Punjab Kings responded with 201. These monumental scores demonstrate the explosive potential when these teams' batting lineups fire on all cylinders. Most encounters have unfolded at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, hosting 3 of these battles and becoming synonymous with this rivalry.

🏟️ Venue Breakdown

Eden Gardens, Kolkata

3 matches played

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