Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers - Head to Head

In the vibrant tapestry of the Indian Premier League, Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders have spun a tale of rivalry that’s as thrilling as it gets. Over the last year, these cricketing juggernauts locked horns three times, creating moments that have been etched in the memories of fans. In these high-octane encounters, Kolkata Knight Riders have had a slight edge, clinching victory twice, while Royal Challengers Bangalore managed to outshine them on one occasion. However, when you dive into the numbers, the rivalry is as close as it can get, with Kolkata slightly nudging ahead with a total score of 582 to Bangalore’s 580.

The last battlefield for these titans was the iconic Eden Gardens, on a sunny afternoon, Saturday, March 22, 2025. The air was thick with anticipation as fans from both camps filled the stands, creating a cacophony of cheers and chants. The match did not disappoint, unfurling a drama of willow and leather that had everyone on the edge of their seats. Royal Challengers Bangalore, wielding the bat with surgical precision, posted a formidable 177 on the scoreboard. Not one to back down, Kolkata Knight Riders gave a chase that was the stuff of legends, but fell tantalizingly short, concluding their innings at 174.

This trilogy of matches in the past year has only added more fuel to the fiery rivalry between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders, setting the stage for their future encounters. As fans, we can only wait with bated breath, for each meeting promises cricket of the highest caliber, where every run, every wicket tells a story of passion, prowess, and the unrelenting quest for glory.