IPL 2026: A look at KKR's record at Eden Gardens
What's the story
Kolkata Knight Riders will take on Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 6 of the 2026 Indian Premier League. Both teams will be looking to bounce back after losing their respective season openers. The clash is set to take place at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, a venue that has a history of producing riveting encounters. Have a look at KKR's record on this ground.
Record
Key batting stats at Eden Gardens
As per ESPNcricinfo, KKR have played 95 IPL matches at Eden Gardens. They have gone on to win 54 matches and lose 40. One of their games got washed out. Mumbai Indians (57 at Wankhede Stadium) are the only team to have won more IPL matches at a particular venue. The only other side with 50-plus wins in this regard is Chennai Super Kings (51 at MA Chidambaram Stadium).
Pitch
How does the pitch behave?
The track at Eden Gardens is generally a batting-friendly wicket in T20 cricket. The conditions are very conducive to stroke play. However, the wicket here also has a history of aiding pacers at the start and spinners sporadically. Eden Gardens has hosted 100 IPL matches so far. The team batting first has won 42 times, while the chasing sides have won on 57 occasions (NR: 1).
Performers
A look at star performers
Among the active players, Sunil Narine tops both the run and wicket tally at Eden Gardens. His 72 scalps here have come at an economy of 6.53. The tally also includes 698 runs while striking at 163.46. Rinku Singh has tallied 540 runs here at 38.57. His strike rate is a solid 157.43. Varun Chakravarthy has tallied 30 wickets at the venue (ER: 8.59).