The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) share one of the most evenly matched rivalries in IPL history. With 30 encounters since 2008, both teams have won 14 matches each, with two games ending without a result. As they face off again in IPL 2025, the stage is set for another thrilling contest.

What makes this rivalry even more exciting is RR’s ability to handle high-pressure situations. They have won both Super Over clashes against KKR—one in 2009 (Cape Town) and another in 2014 (Abu Dhabi), proving their nerves of steel. Their most recent battle also ended in dramatic fashion, with RR chasing down a massive 224-run target, winning by just two wickets.

When it comes to venue advantage, KKR holds the upper hand at Eden Gardens, having won 6 out of 10 matches there. Meanwhile, at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, both teams have an equal record, winning 3 matches each.

With Riyan Parag leading RR for the first time and KKR defending their title, this match is more than just another league fixture—it’s a battle for supremacy. RR’s explosive batting lineup, featuring Sanju Samson and Shimron Hetmyer, will look to capitalize on KKR’s vulnerable middle order. On the other hand, KKR will bank on their experience and spinners to turn the tide in their favor.

Who will break the deadlock in their head-to-head record? Will RR continue their dominance in high-pressure situations, or will KKR remind everyone why they are the defending champions? One thing’s for sure—cricket fans are in for a blockbuster showdown!