The KKR vs RR rivalry in the Indian Premier League is a captivating saga of intense competition and thrilling encounters. The Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders timeline begins with the inaugural season of the IPL in 2008. Since then, these two teams have clashed in numerous memorable matches, showcasing their gameplay prowess and strategic brilliance. RR, which is known for its resilience and for nurturing young talent, is the equal opposite of KKR, which is a team that is known for its aggressive gameplay and star-studded lineup.
High-octane performances, nail-biting finishes, and individual brilliance mark matches between the Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals. Whether it’s a last-over thriller or a record-breaking innings, the RR vs. KKR rivalry never fails to entertain cricket fans. This ongoing battle not only adds excitement to the tournament but also highlights the spirit of the IPL, where every match is loaded with electrifying intensity.
KKR vs RR Head to Head Record
The KKR vs RR rivalry is the most balanced content in IPL, with each team winning 14 matches out of the 30 that they have played so far.
| Total Matches | 30 |
| KKR Won | 14 |
| RR Won | 14 |
| KKR Lost | 14 |
| RR Lost | 14 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 2 |
KKR vs RR Head to Head Record at Home Ground
KKR Record at Home Ground Against RR
The Kolkata Knight Riders have won 6 of the 11 games that the Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders have played at KKR’s home ground, Eden Gardens. RR has only been able to win 4 of these games, and one match ended without a result.
| Total Matches | 11 |
| KKR Won | 6 |
| RR Won | 4 |
| KKR Lost | 4 |
| RR Lost | 6 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
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RR Record at Home Ground Against KKR
The history of RR vs KKR matches at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur is the tale of both teams, as both RR and KKR won 3 games each at this venue.
| Total Matches | 6 |
| RR Won | 3 |
| KKR Won | 3 |
| RR Lost | 3 |
| KKR Lost | 3 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
KKR vs RR Head to Head Record at Away Ground
KKR Record at Away Ground Against RR
When Kolkata Knight Riders play Rajasthan Royals away, they have a decent Record. KKR has played 6 games at Sawai Mansingh Stadium; they have tasted an equal amount of success and failure with 3 wins and 3 losses.
| Total Matches | 6 |
| KKR Won | 3 |
| RR Won | 3 |
| KKR Lost | 3 |
| RR Lost | 3 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 0 |
RR Record at Away Ground Against KKR
With just 4 victories in their 11 games played at Eden Gardens Stadium, RR’s away record versus KKR is not so good. They lost 6 games out of the 11 played at KKR’s home ground.
| Total Matches | 11 |
| RR Won | 4 |
| KKR Won | 6 |
| RR Lost | 6 |
| KKR Lost | 6 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
KKR vs RR Head to Head Record at Neutral Venues
When it comes to neutral games, the KKR vs. RR rivalry seems to be a little balanced; among the 13 games the two teams have played at neutral venues, KKR has won 5 and RR has won 7, with one match ending without any outcome.
| Total Matches | 13 |
| KKR Won | 5 |
| RR Won | 7 |
| KKR Lost | 7 |
| RR Lost | 5 |
| Draw | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
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KKR vs RR: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals Records & Stats
Highest Score in KKR vs RR Rivalry
The Rajasthan Royals recorded the highest score in the history of the KKR vs. RR rivalry on April 16, 2024, in Eden Gardens: 224/8.
Highest Score by KKR Against RR
At Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on April 16, 2024, the KKR posted their highest total against RR: 223/6.
Highest Score by RR Against KKR
The Rajasthan Royals scored 224/8 in their game against the Kolkata Knight Riders on April 16, 2024, at Eden Gardens, which was their highest total against KKR.
Lowest Score in KKR vs RR Rivalry
On April 17, 2011, at Eden Gardens, the Rajasthan Royals scored the lowest total in the history of the KKR vs. RR rivalry as KKR dismissed them for just 81 runs at their home ground.
Lowest Score by KKR Against RR
RR bowled out KKR on 125 runs on April 8, 2013, in Jaipur, which is KKR’s lowest total against Rajasthan Royals.
Lowest Score by RR Against KKR
On April 17, 2011, at Kolkata, the Rajasthan Royals were bowled out for just 81 runs, their lowest total against KKR to date.
Individual Records in KKR vs RR Rivalry
Most runs & Highest Score in KKR vs RR Rivalry
The Kolkata Knight Riders’ batsman with the most runs against the Rajasthan Royals is Dinesh Kartik, while Sunil Narine is the KKR batsman with the highest score against RR. Sanju Samson scored the most runs for the Rajasthan Royals against the Kolkata Knight Riders, while Shane Watson has the record for the highest individual score for RR against KKR.
| Stats | KKR | RR |
| Most Runs | Dinesh Karthik (272 runs) | Sanju Samson (400 runs) |
| Highest scorer | Sunil Narine (109) | Shane Watson (104*) |
Most Wickets & Best Bowling in KKR vs RR Rivalry
The bowler for the Rajasthan Royals who has taken the most wickets against the Kolkata Knight Riders is Yuzvendra Chahal, while Sunil Narine has taken the most wickets for the Kolkata Knight Riders against the Rajasthan Royals. Yuzvendra Chahal also produced the greatest bowling performance for the RR against the KKR, and Kuldeep Yadav had the best bowling numbers for the Kolkata Knight Riders against the Rajasthan Royals.
| Stats | KKR | RR |
| Most wickets | Sunil Narine (14 wickets) | Yuzvendra Chahal (10 wickets) |
| Best Bowling | Kuldeep Yadav (4/20) | Yuzvendra Chahal (5/40) |
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals Timeline
The rivalry between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League has produced some thrilling encounters. One of the most memorable matches between these two teams took place on April 16, 2024, at Eden Gardens, where RR chased down a massive target of 224 runs, winning by 2 wickets. Jos Buttler’s spectacular 107 off 60 balls was the highlight, earning him the Player of the Match award. Another notable match occurred on May 11, 2023, when RR triumphed over KKR by 9 wickets at Eden Gardens.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s blistering 98* off 47 balls, including the fastest fifty in IPL history, was the standout performance. These matches exemplify the intense competition and high stakes whenever these two teams clash, making their encounters a must-watch for cricket fans. The most recent clash between these two sides has taken place at Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati on 19 May 2024.
| IPL Season | Match NO. | Date | Team | Versus | Venue | Result |
| 2008 | 18th | 01/05/2008 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Jaipur) | Rajasthan Royals won by 45 runs |
| 2008 | 44th | 20/05/2008 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Rajasthan Royals won by 6 wickets |
| 2009 | 10th | 23/04/2009 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Newlands (Cape Town) | Match tied (Rajasthan Royals won super over) |
| 2009 | 53rd | 20/05/2009 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Kingsmead (Durban) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 4 wickets |
| 2010 | 13th | 20/03/2010 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad) | Rajasthan Royals won by 34 runs |
| 2010 | 53rd | 17/04/2010 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 8 wickets |
| 2011 | 12th | 15/04/2011 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Jaipur) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 9 wickets |
| 2011 | 17th | 17/04/2011 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 8 wickets |
| 2012 | 7th | 08/04/2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Jaipur) | Rajasthan Royals won by 22 runs |
| 2012 | 15th | 13/04/2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 5 wickets |
| 2013 | 8th | 08/04/2013 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Jaipur) | Rajasthan Royals won by 19 runs |
| 2013 | 47th | 03/05/2013 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 8 wickets |
| 2014 | 19th | 29/04/2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Sheikh Zayed Stadium (Abu Dhabi) | Rajasthan Royals won on boundary count after scores and super over were tied |
| 2014 | 25th | 05/05/2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Narendra Modi Stadium (Ahmedabad) | Rajasthan Royals won by 10 runs |
| 2015 | 25th | 26/04/2015 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Match abandoned |
| 2015 | 54th | 16/05/2015 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Brabourne Stadium (Mumbai) | Rajasthan Royals won by 9 runs |
| 2018 | 15th | 18/04/2018 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Jaipur) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 7 wickets |
| 2018 | 49th | 15/05/2018 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 6 wickets |
| 2018 | 1st Elim. Final | 23/05/2018 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 25 runs |
| 2019 | 21st | 07/04/2019 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Sawai Mansingh Stadium (Jaipur) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 8 wickets |
| 2019 | 43rd | 25/04/2019 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Rajasthan Royals won by 3 wickets |
| 2020 | 12th | 30/09/2020 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Dubai International Cricket Stadium (Dubai) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 37 runs |
| 2020 | 54th | 01/11/2020 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Dubai International Cricket Stadium (Dubai) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 60 runs |
| 2021 | 18th | 24/04/2021 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai) | Rajasthan Royals won by 6 wickets |
| 2021 | 54th | 07/10/2021 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Sharjah Cricket Stadium (Sharjah) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 86 runs |
| 2022 | 30th | 18/04/2022 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Brabourne Stadium (Mumbai) | Rajasthan Royals won by 7 runs |
| 2022 | 47th | 02/05/2022 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Wankhede Stadium (Mumbai) | Kolkata Knight Riders won by 7 wickets |
| 2023 | 56th | 11/05/2023 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Rajasthan Royals won by 9 wickets |
| 2024 | 31st | 16/04/2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Eden Gardens (Kolkata) | Rajasthan Royals won by 2 wickets |
| 2024 | 70th | 19/05/2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | Barsapara Cricket Stadium (Guwahati) | No result |
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals Match Scorecard: Last Five Matches
| Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals Match Scorecard Season 2024 – Game #70 |
| Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati |
| 19th May, 2024 |
 Rajasthan Royals Kolkata Knight Riders |
| No result |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati | |
| Toss | Kolkata Knight Riders won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2024 | |
| Player of Match | — | |
| Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals Match Scorecard Season 2024 – Game #31 |
| Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 16th April, 2024 |
 Kolkata Knight Riders(20 overs) 223/6 Rajasthan Royals (20 overs) 224/8 |
| Rajasthan Royals won by 2 wickets with 0 balls remaining |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | |
| Toss | Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2024 | |
| Player of Match | Jos Buttler | |
| Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals Match Scorecard Season 2023 – Game #56 |
| Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 11th May, 2023 |
 Kolkata Knight Riders(20 overs) 149/8 Rajasthan Royals (13.1 overs) 151/1 |
| Rajasthan Royals won by 9 wickets with 41 balls remaining |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | |
| Toss | Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2023 | |
| Player of Match | Yashasvi Jaiswal | |
| Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals Match Scorecard Season 2022 – Game #47 |
| Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
| 2nd May, 2022 |
 Kolkata Knight Riders(19.1 overs) 158/3 Rajasthan Royals (20 overs) 152/5 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders won by 7 wickets with 5 balls remaining |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | |
| Toss | Kolkata Knight Riders won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2022 | |
| Player of Match | Rinku Singh | |
| Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals Match Scorecard Season 2022 – Game #30 |
| Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai |
| 18th April, 2022 |
 Kolkata Knight Riders (19.4 overs) 210 Rajasthan Royals (20 overs) 217/5 |
| Rajasthan Royals won by 7 runs |
| MATCH INFORMATION | ||
| Venue | Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai | |
| Toss | Kolkata Knight Riders won the toss and elected to field | |
| Season | 2022 | |
| Player of Match | Yuzvendra Chahal | |
