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Head-to-Head Rivalry

Kings XI Punjab

VS

Kolkata Knight Riders

27 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

9
Wins
33.3%
27
Total
18
Wins
66.7%
33.3%
66.7%

Rivalry Overview

When Kings XI Punjab faces Kolkata Knight Riders, the IPL comes alive. This marquee matchup, contested 27 times, represents everything great about T20 cricket - unpredictability, star power, and dramatic finishes that keep spectators on the edge of their seats.

📊 Record Analysis

Historical data shows Kolkata Knight Riders dominating with 18 wins from 27 meetings. The 9-game margin reveals their knack for consistently outperforming this opposition across different conditions and seasons.

Kings XI Punjab Stats

Highest Score: 199
Average Score: 74
Win Rate: 33.3%

Kolkata Knight Riders Stats

Highest Score: 245
Average Score: 84
Win Rate: 66.7%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

🏏 Kings XI Punjab Top Scorers

1
WP Saha
SR: 143.11 | 17×6 | 24×4
322
225 balls
2
GJ Maxwell
SR: 148.02 | 14×6 | 22×4
262
177 balls
3
M Vohra
SR: 124.87 | 10×6 | 20×4
241
193 balls
4
Mandeep Singh
SR: 125.81 | 5×6 | 27×4
234
186 balls
5
KL Rahul
SR: 152.98 | 9×6 | 21×4
231
151 balls

🏏 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Scorers

1
G Gambhir
SR: 121.78 | 2×6 | 61×4
492
404 balls
2
RV Uthappa
SR: 142.81 | 11×6 | 53×4
437
306 balls
3
CA Lynn
SR: 158.75 | 12×6 | 25×4
254
160 balls
4
AD Russell
SR: 207.44 | 17×6 | 25×4
251
121 balls
5
MK Pandey
SR: 133.33 | 7×6 | 24×4
248
186 balls

🎯 Kings XI Punjab Top Bowlers

1
PP Chawla
Econ: 7.78 | Balls: 212
10
wickets
2
AR Patel
Econ: 6.88 | Balls: 246
9
wickets
3
Sandeep Sharma
Econ: 7.52 | Balls: 174
9
wickets
4
AJ Tye
Econ: 9.93 | Balls: 90
8
wickets
5
Mohammed Shami
Econ: 8.27 | Balls: 90
7
wickets

🎯 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Bowlers

1
SP Narine
Econ: 6.97 | Balls: 438
31
wickets
2
UT Yadav
Econ: 7.70 | Balls: 222
15
wickets
3
AD Russell
Econ: 10.03 | Balls: 149
15
wickets
4
PP Chawla
Econ: 8.16 | Balls: 264
14
wickets
5
M Morkel
Econ: 6.79 | Balls: 168
12
wickets

⭐ Memorable Moments

Peak performances include Kings XI Punjab's 199-run masterclass and Kolkata Knight Riders's 245-run statement, both exemplifying the attacking intent that characterizes this matchup. Eden Gardens has been the primary theater for this rivalry, witnessing 11 clashes that have added to the ground's rich history.

🏟️ Venue Breakdown

Eden Gardens
11 matches played
Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali
4 matches played
Sheikh Zayed Stadium
2 matches played
Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali
2 matches played

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