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Head-to-Head Rivalry

Kolkata Knight Riders

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

3 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

Wins

33.3%

Total

Wins

66.7%

33.3%

66.7%

Rivalry Overview

Since their first encounter, Kolkata Knight Riders versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru has grown into IPL's premier matchup. 3 matches later, this rivalry continues to captivate millions, offering a perfect blend of competition, skill, and sporting drama.

📊 Record Analysis

Numbers reflect what fans see on the field - two equally formidable sides. Kolkata Knight Riders's 1 wins versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru's 2 represents one of IPL's most balanced rivalries, where form and conditions matter more than historical advantage.

Kolkata Knight Riders Stats

Highest Score: 222

Average Score: 103

Win Rate: 33.3%

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Stats

Highest Score: 182

Average Score: 89

Win Rate: 66.7%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

Kolkata Knight Riders's SP Narine has accumulated 101 runs in this matchup, complemented by Royal Challengers Bengaluru's V Kohli's 160-run contribution - both players proving crucial to their team's fortunes. With the ball, AD Russell (Kolkata Knight Riders) has claimed 5 wickets at 7.71 economy, while Yash Dayal (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) counters with 4 scalps.

🏏 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Scorers

SP Narine

SR: 160.32 | 8×6 | 9×4

101

63 balls

SS Iyer

SR: 148.33 | 3×6 | 9×4

60 balls

PD Salt

SR: 229.41 | 5×6 | 9×4

34 balls

VR Iyer

SR: 160.00 | 4×6 | 7×4

45 balls

AM Rahane

SR: 180.65 | 4×6 | 6×4

31 balls

🏏 Royal Challengers Bengaluru Top Scorers

V Kohli

SR: 156.86 | 9×6 | 9×4

160

102 balls

RM Patidar

SR: 206.98 | 6×6 | 8×4

43 balls

PD Salt

SR: 180.65 | 2×6 | 9×4

31 balls

WG Jacks

SR: 171.88 | 5×6 | 4×4

32 balls

🎯 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Bowlers

AD Russell

Econ: 7.71 | Balls: 42

wickets

SP Narine

Econ: 8.42 | Balls: 72

wickets

Harshit Rana

Econ: 9.45 | Balls: 66

wickets

MA Starc

Econ: 14.57 | Balls: 42

wickets

🎯 Royal Challengers Bengaluru Top Bowlers

Yash Dayal

Econ: 11.55 | Balls: 66

wickets

KH Pandya

Econ: 7.25 | Balls: 24

wickets

⭐ Memorable Moments

Peak performances include Kolkata Knight Riders's 222-run masterclass and Royal Challengers Bengaluru's 182-run statement, both exemplifying the attacking intent that characterizes this matchup. Eden Gardens, Kolkata has been the primary theater for this rivalry, witnessing 2 clashes that have added to the ground's rich history.

🏟️ Venue Breakdown

Eden Gardens, Kolkata

2 matches played

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