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Head-to-Head Rivalry

Delhi Daredevils

VS

Kolkata Knight Riders

21 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

8
Wins
38.1%
21
Total
13
Wins
61.9%
38.1%
61.9%

Rivalry Overview

The rivalry between Delhi Daredevils and Kolkata Knight Riders stands as one of IPL's most compelling narratives. Across 21 pulsating encounters, these franchises have produced cricket that transcends mere statistics, creating moments etched in fans' memories forever.

📊 Record Analysis

The 13-8 record favors Kolkata Knight Riders, yet neither team can claim complete dominance. With just 5 matches separating them, every future encounter carries potential to shift the balance of this rivalry.

Delhi Daredevils Stats

Highest Score: 219
Average Score: 77
Win Rate: 38.1%

Kolkata Knight Riders Stats

Highest Score: 200
Average Score: 70
Win Rate: 61.9%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

🏏 Delhi Daredevils Top Scorers

1
DA Warner
SR: 137.44 | 11×6 | 31×4
290
211 balls
2
SS Iyer
SR: 153.85 | 14×6 | 18×4
240
156 balls
3
V Sehwag
SR: 158.56 | 6×6 | 21×4
176
111 balls
4
G Gambhir
SR: 123.02 | 1×6 | 19×4
155
126 balls
5
DPMD Jayawardene
SR: 117.50 | 2×6 | 17×4
141
120 balls

🏏 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Scorers

1
G Gambhir
SR: 124.40 | 6×6 | 49×4
413
332 balls
2
RV Uthappa
SR: 136.29 | 12×6 | 38×4
353
259 balls
3
YK Pathan
SR: 138.46 | 10×6 | 22×4
252
182 balls
4
MK Pandey
SR: 127.27 | 4×6 | 16×4
182
143 balls
5
BB McCullum
SR: 113.49 | 5×6 | 12×4
143
126 balls

🎯 Delhi Daredevils Top Bowlers

1
A Mishra
Econ: 6.62 | Balls: 252
11
wickets
2
UT Yadav
Econ: 7.64 | Balls: 150
11
wickets
3
Z Khan
Econ: 7.75 | Balls: 89
8
wickets
4
M Morkel
Econ: 8.11 | Balls: 114
7
wickets
5
A Nehra
Econ: 7.27 | Balls: 90
5
wickets

🎯 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Bowlers

1
SP Narine
Econ: 6.49 | Balls: 294
23
wickets
2
PP Chawla
Econ: 8.00 | Balls: 135
11
wickets
3
AD Russell
Econ: 7.79 | Balls: 114
10
wickets
4
UT Yadav
Econ: 8.38 | Balls: 156
9
wickets
5
JH Kallis
Econ: 7.32 | Balls: 150
8
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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