Delhi Capitals will take on Kolkata Knight Riders in Match No. 70 of IPL 2026 on May 24 at the iconic Eden Gardens. As the league stage nears its conclusion, both teams will enter this important contest with their playoff hopes hanging by a thread.
Delhi Capitals, led by Axar Patel, are currently placed eighth on the points table with 12 points from 13 matches. Although DC have shown moments of brilliance this season, they have struggled to maintain consistency throughout the campaign.
As a result, their path to qualification looks extremely difficult. Moreover, the Delhi Capitals not only need a win in this match but also depend on several other results going in their favour.
On the other hand, KKR, captained by Ajinkya Rahane, are placed sixth with 13 points from 13 games. Similarly, KKR must secure a victory to stay alive in the playoff race.
Despite an inconsistent campaign, KKR have produced some impressive performances and will look to take advantage of home conditions at Eden Gardens.
So, let’s take a look at the KKR vs DC head to head records.
KKR vs DC Head to Head Records in IPL
Criterion
Details
Played
36
KKR won
20
DC won
14
Tied/NR
1/0
KKR vs DC Highest Team Total in IPL
The highest team total in KKR vs DC head to head history was recorded by Kolkata Knight Riders. KKR posted a massive 272/7 against Delhi Capitals during IPL 2024 at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium.
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals Lowest Team Total in IPL
The lowest total in KKR vs DC head to head records belongs to Kolkata Knight Riders. KKR were restricted to 97/9 by Delhi Capitals in IPL 2012 at Eden Gardens.
KKR vs DC Highest Individual Score in IPL
The highest individual score in Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals matches was achieved by David Warner. Representing Delhi Capitals, he smashed an unbeaten 107 runs.
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals Best Bowling Figures in IPL
Varun Chakravarthy holds the record for the best bowling figures in Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals IPL clashes. The KKR spinner delivered an outstanding spell of 5/20 against Delhi Capitals.
Most Runs in Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals IPL
Shreyas Iyer is the leading run-scorer in KKR vs DC IPL history. Playing for both Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders, he has accumulated 603 runs in 18 innings.
Most Wickets in Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals IPL
Sunil Narine has taken the most wickets in KKR vs DC IPL matches. The KKR all-rounder has claimed 28 wickets in 25 innings.
Top Run Scorer of the last Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals IPL Match
Finn Allen finished as the highest run-scorer in the previous IPL meeting between Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals. He played a brilliant unbeaten innings of 100 runs from just 47 deliveries.
Top Wicket Taker of the last KKR vs DC IPL Match
Kartik Tyagi and Anukul Roy were the top wicket-takers in the most recent KKR vs DC IPL match. Both bowlers picked up 2 wickets each.
KKR vs DC Form (Last 5 Match Win/Loss Record)
Team
Form
DC
W, W, L, L, W
KKR
W, W, L, L, W
Conclusion
Both teams are coming into this match after winning their previous games, so confidence will be high on both sides. However, KKR have a better record against DC, as they have won 20 out of the 36 matches played between the two teams.
Moreover, KKR will also enjoy the home advantage at Eden Gardens, which could play a big role in this contest. On the other hand, Delhi Capitals will look to continue their momentum and spoil KKR’s playoff hopes in this important IPL clash.
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KKR vs DC [Source: AP Photos]
