The DC vs KKR rivalry has always been a fascinating watch (X.COM/@KkrKaravan/@Shivam_Verma_98)
The Delhi-based franchise is collectively owned by GMR Group and the JSW Group. Despite having a good performance and reaching playoffs on several occasions, they have not been able to clinch the IPL trophy.
Their brush with destiny came closest in 2020, when they advanced to the final of the tournament, only to have their dreams shattered by Mumbai Indians. However, with the return of their captain Rishabh Pant for IPL 2024 and a squad laden with match-winning players, DC will look to end their drought and secure their first-ever IPL title.
Ahead of their clash, here’s a look at the Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders head to head record.
In the history of their encounters within the IPL, Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders have clashed a total of 32 times, showcasing a rivalry filled with intense battles and memorable moments.
Among these matchups, the Capitals have emerged victorious in 15 of these contests. On the other side, the Knight Riders have edged out Delhi on 18 occasions, slightly tipping the scale of this competitive rivalry in their favour.
Answer: Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders have faced off 32 times in the IPL.
Q.2. Who was the best captain of KKR?
Answer: Before Shreyas, Gautam Gambhir had been KKR's most accomplished captain, leading the team from 2011 to 2017. Under his leadership, KKR won two IPL trophies (2012 and 2014) and registered 69 wins in 122 matches with a 56.55% win rate.
Q.3. What does KKR need to qualify?
Answer: Following the match, KKR have 7 points from 9 matches. In order to reach the IPL 2025 playoffs, they will have to win all of their remaining five matches. The five wins will take their tally to 17 points.
Q.4. Why did Shreyas Iyer leave KKR?
Answer: I was perplexed about what's happening. So, because of a lack of communication, we came to a situation where we parted ways, mutually.