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Head-to-Head Rivalry

Kolkata Knight Riders

VS

Rajasthan Royals

30 Matches • Since IPL History

Overall Record

16
Wins
53.3%
30
Total
12
Wins
40%
53.3%
40%

Rivalry Overview

The head-to-head between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals epitomizes IPL cricket at its finest. Through 30 contests, both teams have demonstrated why they're considered powerhouses, with each encounter adding new chapters to this ongoing saga.

📊 Record Analysis

While Kolkata Knight Riders leads the head-to-head 16-12, the 4-game advantage doesn't tell the complete story. Many encounters have been decided by narrow margins, suggesting closer competition than raw numbers indicate.

Kolkata Knight Riders Stats

Highest Score: 223
Average Score: 78
Win Rate: 53.3%

Rajasthan Royals Stats

Highest Score: 217
Average Score: 75
Win Rate: 40%

⚔️ Key Player Battles

🏏 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Scorers

1
KD Karthik
SR: 150.28 | 15×6 | 22×4
272
181 balls
2
SP Narine
SR: 163.41 | 15×6 | 33×4
268
164 balls
3
G Gambhir
SR: 121.84 | 3×6 | 27×4
251
206 balls
4
AD Russell
SR: 174.13 | 22×6 | 16×4
249
143 balls
5
SC Ganguly
SR: 125.54 | 6×6 | 24×4
231
184 balls

🏏 Rajasthan Royals Top Scorers

1
SV Samson
SR: 121.89 | 15×6 | 35×4
412
338 balls
2
JC Buttler
SR: 147.55 | 17×6 | 40×4
391
265 balls
3
AM Rahane
SR: 122.91 | 8×6 | 35×4
338
275 balls
4
SR Watson
SR: 140.74 | 11×6 | 32×4
304
216 balls
5
R Parag
SR: 170.45 | 17×6 | 17×4
225
132 balls

🎯 Kolkata Knight Riders Top Bowlers

1
SP Narine
Econ: 7.16 | Balls: 474
15
wickets
2
Shivam Mavi
Econ: 7.25 | Balls: 187
14
wickets
3
CV Varun
Econ: 7.09 | Balls: 198
13
wickets
4
Shakib Al Hasan
Econ: 6.16 | Balls: 150
10
wickets
5
AD Russell
Econ: 9.15 | Balls: 120
8
wickets

🎯 Rajasthan Royals Top Bowlers

1
CH Morris
Econ: 6.17 | Balls: 72
10
wickets
2
SK Trivedi
Econ: 7.44 | Balls: 192
10
wickets
3
YS Chahal
Econ: 9.38 | Balls: 96
10
wickets
4
SR Watson
Econ: 7.26 | Balls: 181
9
wickets
5
Kamran Khan
Econ: 6.57 | Balls: 42
7
wickets

⭐ Memorable Moments

The highest team totals showcase batting firepower: Kolkata Knight Riders peaked at 223 runs, while Rajasthan Royals responded with 217. These monumental scores demonstrate the explosive potential when these teams' batting lineups fire on all cylinders. Most encounters have unfolded at Eden Gardens, hosting 8 of these battles and becoming synonymous with this rivalry.

🏟️ Venue Breakdown

Eden Gardens
8 matches played
Sawai Mansingh Stadium
6 matches played
Eden Gardens, Kolkata
3 matches played
Sardar Patel Stadium, Motera
2 matches played
Dubai International Cricket Stadium
2 matches played
Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
2 matches played

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