KKR vs RCB: Head-to-Head Battle at Eden Gardens

Ujjal Lohar | Mar 21, 2025, 20:03 IST

The IPL 2025 season opener will feature an electrifying clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at Eden Gardens. With KKR leading the head-to-head record (20-14), RCB will look to turn the tide under new captain Rajat Patidar. KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, aims to maintain dominance. Fans can expect high-scoring action, intense rivalries, and unpredictable twists. With rain looming over Kolkata, the match dynamics could shift dramatically. Will RCB break KKR’s stronghold, or will the home team continue its reign? Buckle up for an epic showdown to kick off IPL 2025!

Introduction

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The IPL is one of the most exciting events of cricket, and the rivalry between the Kolkata Knight Riders and the Royal Challengers Bangalore has always been special. With one of the awesome fixtures at Eden Gardens, IPL 2025 will witness a collision between these two teams. Both have much history with many events of great/huge wins and memorable moments. Fans look forward to who carries the day this time. Let's look at their past confrontations and what we can expect in this optimistic match.

Overall Head-to-Head Record

Total matches: 34
KKR won: 20
RCB won: 14
KKR has had a dominant record against RCB, but RCB has always provided stiff competition in nail-biting finishes.

Head-to-head at Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Total Matches Played: 12
KKR Wins: 8
RCB Wins: 4
Eden Gardens has served as a home ground for KKR, who have celebrated many crushing victories against RCB here. RCB will be keen to bounce back in IPL 2025, though.

Eden Gardens Notable matches

Highest team total:
KKR: 222/3
RCB: 213/4

Lowest team total:

KKR: 84
RCB: 49
While KKR's imposing 222 total remains glued to the list of highest scores at Eden Gardens, RCB's infamous collapse to just 49 runs will always retain its position in IPL history books as the lowest team total in the tournament.

What to Expect in IPL 2025 Opener?

With both teams implementing strategic changes, expectations are fever pitch at the moment.
1. RCB feels new energy under the captaincy of Rajat Patidar.
2. KKR strengthens its chances, paraded by Ajinkya Rahane with key recent buys.
3. The Weather: Rain threatens to hamper the match dynamics in Kolkata.

Get Ready for an Epic Clash!

The excitement is through the roof as KKR and RCB prepare to battle it out at Eden Gardens! Will RCB finally turn the tables, or will KKR continue their dominance on home turf? Expect power-packed performances, nail-biting moments, and a cricketing spectacle that will keep fans on the edge of their seats. Buckle up, because IPL 2025 is about to start with a bang!