KKR vs RCB: A Look At Head-To-Head Record

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has lifted the trophy three times, while Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), despite reaching the finals thrice, is yet to win its maiden title.

KKR vs RCB match will mark the start of an electrifying two-month-long cricket spectacle.

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) began in 2008, with its first-ever match played at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Seventeen years later, Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to kick off in a similar fashion, as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) take on Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the same historic venue on March 22.

This match will mark the start of an electrifying two-month-long cricket spectacle.

KKR vs RCB: A high-stakes rivalry

Both Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have been among the most followed teams in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, delivering thrilling contests year after year.

However, their journeys in the league have been quite different. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has lifted the trophy three times, while Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), despite reaching the finals thrice, is yet to win its maiden title. This season, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) begins its campaign as the defending champion, while Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is once again on a mission to claim its first-ever IPL trophy.

KKR vs RCB head-to-head: Who holds the edge?

Over the past 17 seasons, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have clashed 34 times. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has won 20 of these encounters, while Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has emerged victorious in 14.

With a superior head-to-head record, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) has the upper hand going into the season opener. On March 22, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will aim to extend its dominance, while Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will look to start strong and close the gap.

RCB's quest to break the 17-Year title drought

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has seen several cricketing superstars in its ranks, yet the elusive IPL trophy remains out of reach. After three unsuccessful final appearances, the team enters IPL 2025 determined to rewrite history. Will this be the season RCB finally ends its 17-year wait? The journey begins at Eden Gardens.