Defending champions KKR face RCB in the IPL 2025 opener at Eden Gardens, with both teams eager to make a statement. Excitement and rivalry set the stage for an electrifying season! #RCBtodaynews
The much-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season will begin with a blockbuster match between the defending champions, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Saturday, March 22, at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is heating up with the opening match featuring defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) taking on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the iconic Eden Gardens on March 22. As fans eagerly await this clash, let’s dive into the historical head-to-head record between these two teams, with a special focus on their encounters at Eden Gardens.
A Storied Rivalry: KKR vs RCB
The rivalry between KKR and RCB is one of the most talked-about in IPL history, with both teams boasting passionate fan bases and memorable encounters. Interestingly, this is only the second time KKR and RCB will meet in the opening match of an IPL season. The first-ever clash between the two teams occurred during the inaugural IPL in 2008, where KKR emerged victorious at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Head-to-Head: KKR vs RCB
As of IPL 2024, KKR and RCB have faced off 34 times over 17 seasons, with KKR holding a commanding 20-14 lead in their head-to-head record. This sets the stage for an exciting battle, as RCB looks to reverse this trend and make an early statement under their new leadership.
IPL Records: KKR vs RCB
- KKR’s Highest Score vs RCB: 222/6 in IPL 2024 at Eden Gardens
- RCB’s Highest Score vs KKR: 221 in IPL 2024 at Eden Gardens
- KKR’s Lowest Score vs RCB: 84/8 in IPL 2020 at Abu Dhabi
- RCB’s Lowest Score vs KKR: 49 all out in IPL 2017 at Eden Gardens
These high-scoring encounters between the two teams have set a precedent for thrilling matches, and fans can expect more fireworks in the 2025 opener.
KKR’s Dominance At Eden Gardens
KKR has a formidable record at their home ground, Eden Gardens, with 52 wins out of 88 matches. In IPL 2024, they enjoyed a strong run at the venue, winning five out of seven games. Notably, KKR set their highest-ever IPL total at Eden Gardens last season with a massive 261/6. However, despite the high total, they were narrowly defeated by Punjab Kings in a thrilling chase.
RCB’s Struggles At Eden Gardens
Royal Challengers Bengaluru, on the other hand, have had a less successful history at Eden Gardens, with just five wins from 13 matches played there. Both their highest (221) and lowest (49 all out) scores in the IPL have been posted at this venue, and both were against KKR. The Bangalore-based franchise will be looking to overcome this disadvantage and make an impact on the opening day of IPL 2025.
Who Holds The Edge At Eden Gardens?
Eden Gardens has hosted 93 IPL matches to date, and teams chasing the target have had a better win record, with 55 victories compared to 38 wins for the teams batting first. This trend could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the opening match between KKR and RCB.
What To Expect In The IPL 2025 Opener
Both KKR and RCB will enter the match with a lot to prove. KKR, coming off a successful 2024 season, will look to assert their dominance on home turf, while RCB will be determined to make a statement under new leadership. The Eden Gardens crowd will undoubtedly add to the electric atmosphere as both teams battle it out for early supremacy in IPL 2025.
With a history full of thrilling encounters, intense rivalries, and high-stakes cricket, the IPL 2025 opener is set to be a match that fans won’t want to miss.
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