Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), one of the strongest teams of IPL, the match between them is always full of thrill. Both teams boast passionate fan bases and a history of exciting encounters. Let’s look at the KKR vs RCB head to head records between these two IPL giants.
KKR vs RCB head to head – 2024
In the match played on 21st April 2024 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by one run. KKR scored a mammoth total of 222/6, with opener Phil Salt scoring an aggressive 48 off 14 balls and skipper Shreyas Iyer scoring a half-century. A late-order surge from Andre Russell, Rinku Singh and Ramandeep Singh strengthened the innings.
In reply, RCB got off to a strong start thanks to Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis. However, the team lost momentum after their dismissal. Despite half-centuries from Will Jacks and Rajat Patidar, RCB fell behind by just one run. The match had a dramatic finish in the final over, with a last-ball run-out ensuring a narrow win for KKR.
Here is the list of the KKR vs RCB head to head – 2024:
| Played | Won by KKR | Won by RCB | Tie | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 20 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
KKR vs RCB head to head records in IPL history
Here is the list of the KKR vs RCB head to head:
| Date | Winner | Won by | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21-April-2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 1 run | Kolkata |
| 29-Mar-2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 7 wickets | Bangalore |
| 26-Apr-2023 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 21 Runs | Bangalore |
| 06-April-2023 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 81 Runs | Kolkata |
| 30-Mar-2022 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 3 wickets | Mumbai |
| 11-Oct-2021 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 wickets | Sharjah |
| 20-Sept-2021 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 9 wickets | Abu Dhabi |
| 18-Apr-2021 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 38 Runs | Chennai |
| 21-Oct-2020 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 8 Wickets | Abu Dhabi |
| 12-Oct-2020 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 82 Runs | Sharjah |
| 19-Apr-2019 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 10 runs | Kolkata |
| 5-Apr-2019 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 5 Wickets | Bengaluru |
| 29-Apr-2018 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 6 Wickets | Bengaluru |
| 8-Apr-2018 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 Wickets | Kolkata |
| 7-May-2017 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 6 Wickets | Bengaluru |
| 23-Apr-2017 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 82 Runs | Kolkata |
| 15-May-2016 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 9 Wickets | Kolkata |
| 1-May-2016 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 5 Wickets | Bangalore |
| 1-May-2015 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 7 Wickets | Bangalore |
| 10-Apr-2015 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 3 Wickets | Kolkata |
| 21-May-2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 30 Runs | Kolkata |
| 23-Apr-2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2 Runs | Sharjah |
| 11-May-2013 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 5 Wickets | Ranchi |
| 10-Apr-2013 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 8 Wickets | Bangalore |
| 27-April-2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 47 Runs | Kolkata |
| 9-April-2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 42 Runs | Bangalore |
| 13-May-2011 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 Wickets | Bangalore |
| 21-Apr-2011 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 9 Wickets | Kolkata |
| 9-April-2010 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 7 Wickets | Bangalore |
| 13-Mar-2010 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 7 Wickets | Kolkata |
| 11-May-2009 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 6 Wickets | Centurion |
| 28-April-2009 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 5 Wickets | Durban |
| 7-May-2008 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 5 Runs | Kolkata |
| 17-Apr-2008 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 140 Runs | Bangalore |
Memorable Encounters between KKR vs RCB head to head:
The RCB-KKR rivalry has witnessed some unforgettable moments. In 2017, RCB recorded their lowest-ever IPL total of 49 runs against KKR, a match forever etched in the memories of fans. On the other hand, KKR fans cherish their triumphs in the 2011 and 2021 IPL Eliminators, where they knocked RCB out of the playoffs.
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FAQ on KKR vs RCB head to head
Question 1: Who has the upper hand in the KKR vs RCB head-to-head record?
Answer: KKR holds a slight advantage, winning 19 out of 33 matches played between the two teams.
Question 2: What was the result of the most recent KKR vs RCB encounter?
Answer: KKR won the last encounter by 7 wickets in the 2024 IPL season.
Question 3: Where do RCB perform better against KKR?
Answer: Interestingly, RCB has a better record at neutral venues, winning 6 out of 10 encounters compared to KKR’s 4 victories.
Question 4: Are there any memorable moments in the KKR vs RCB rivalry?
Answer: Yes! RCB recorded their lowest-ever IPL total (49 runs) against KKR in 2017. Additionally, KKR knocked RCB out of the playoffs in the 2011 and 2021 IPL Eliminators.
Question 5: What can we expect from the upcoming KKR vs RCB clash?
Answer: With KKR’s recent dominance, the upcoming match promises to be another exciting encounter. Whether RCB can break the losing streak or KKR can continue their winning ways remains to be seen.
