KKR has clinched victory in 18 out of 32 encounters against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL history, showcasing their consistent prowess in this riveting rivalry.
Despite being the home turf for RCB, the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru hasn't been favorable, with KKR triumphing 7 times out of 11 matches played there.
In contrast, at Kolkata's Eden Gardens, KKR has asserted its dominance with 7 victories out of 11 matches against RCB, leveraging the home advantage effectively.
While RCB holds sway in matches played at neutral venues, winning 6 out of 10 encounters, KKR has managed to secure 4 victories, highlighting a closely contested rivalry.
Virat Kohli's stellar record against KKR stands out, with 861 runs to his name, followed closely by Chris Gayle with 631 runs. Sunil Narine leads the bowling charts with 23 wickets.
The inaugural IPL clash in 2008 saw KKR trouncing RCB by 140 runs, setting the stage for an intense rivalry that has captivated cricket enthusiasts ever since.
In the last 5 encounters, KKR has emerged victorious in 4 matches, maintaining their edge over RCB with convincing wins in the previous IPL editions.
Virat Kohli's memorable IPL century against KKR in 2019 and Andre Russell's explosive strike rate of 205.05 epitomize the electrifying moments witnessed in this rivalry.
KKR's consistent dominance, winning 18 out of 32 encounters, underscores a trend favoring the Knight Riders, both at home and in away fixtures.
With the upcoming match between RCB and KKR in IPL 2024, fans anticipate another thrilling showdown between these cricketing giants, promising excitement and intensity on the field.