The Kolkata Knight Riders are all set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 6 of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026). The KKR vs SRH match will be played at Eden Gardens on Thursday, April 2.
Firstly, KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, had a tough start to the season as they lost their opening match against the Mumbai Indians by 6 wickets. However, there were some positives, as Rahane scored 67 runs, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi added 51.
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Preview Match 6
In addition, Finn Allen (37 off 17) and Rinku Singh (33* off 21) also played useful knocks, helping KKR set a big target of 220. Even though the total looked strong, Mumbai Indians chased it down in just 19.1 overs.
On the other hand, SRH also lost their first match, as they were beaten by Royal Challengers Bengaluru. While batting first, SRH managed to score 201/9. Although they were in trouble early at 29/3, stand-in captain Ishan Kishan played a brilliant innings of 80 runs off 38 balls. At the same time, Aniket Verma supported well with a quick 43 off 18 balls.
However, in reply, RCB chased the target comfortably in 15.4 overs. Devdutt Padikkal scored 61 off 26 balls, while Virat Kohli remained unbeaten on 69. Along with them, Rajat Patidar also contributed with a quick 31 off 12 balls, making the chase look easy.
So, as both teams look to bounce back from their losses and get their first win of the season, let’s now take a look at their head-to-head records.
KKR vs SRH Head to Head Records in IPL
Criterion
Stats
Played
30
KKR won
19
SRH won
10
Tied/NR
1/0
Kolkata vs Hyderabad Highest Team Total In IPL
In KKR vs SRH Head to Head Records, the highest team total in IPL history is 278/3. This massive score was posted by SRH on March 25, 2025, in Delhi.
The lowest team total in KKR vs SRH Head to Head Records in the IPL is 113 runs. SRH recorded this total against KKR on May 26, 2024, in Chennai.
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Highest Individual Score in IPL
David Warner holds the record for the highest individual score in KKR vs SRH Head to Head Records in IPL. The former Australian opener scored 126 runs in IPL 2017 in Hyderabad.
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Best Bowling Figures in IPL
Prasidh Krishna has the best bowling figures in KKR vs SRH Head to Head Records in IPL matches. He picked up 4 wickets for KKR while conceding 30 runs during the 54th match of IPL 2018 in Hyderabad.
Most Runs In Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL
David Warner holds the record for the most runs in KKR vs SRH Head to Head Records in IPL matches. He scored 619 runs in 15 innings with an impressive strike rate of 148.79.
Most Wickets in Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL
Andre Russell has taken the most wickets in KKR vs SRH Head to Head Records in IPL matches. The former KKR all-rounder picked up 25 wickets in 20 innings with an economy rate of 9.67.
Top Run Scorer of the last Kolkata vs Hyderabad IPL Match
Heinrich Klaasen was the top run scorer in the last Kolkata vs Hyderabad IPL match. The South African batter scored an unbeaten 105 runs off just 29 balls, including 9 sixes and 7 fours.
Top Wicket Taker of the last Kolkata vs Hyderabad IPL Match
In the last match played during IPL 2025, the top wicket takers were three SRH bowlers, Eshan Malinga, Jaydev Unadkat, and Harsh Dubey, who picked up 3 wickets each.
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Form (Last 5 Match Win/Loss Record)
Teams
Forms
KKR
L, L, L, W, W
SRH
L, W, W, W, L
Conclusion
Considering the head-to-head records between KKR and SRH in the IPL, KKR currently leads the rivalry, having won 19 out of 30 matches, while SRH has won 10, with one match ending in a tie.
Despite KKR’s overall dominance in the head-to-head record, both teams have had a disappointing start to the current season, as they lost their opening matches.
As a result, both sides will be eager to secure a win in the upcoming clash to bounce back, regain momentum, and lay a strong foundation for the rest of the tournament.
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KKR vs SRH [Source: AP Photos]
