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The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), three-time Indian Premier League champions, are gearing up for the IPL 2026 season with a revamped squad. After a disappointing eighth-place finish last season, KKR made significant changes in their team during the mini-auction. With the largest budget of INR 64.30 crore, the franchise retained only 12 players and released 10, bringing in a mix of experienced international stars and young talent.
Notable acquisitions include Australian all-rounder Cameron Green, who joined as a replacement for Andre Russell, and New Zealand internationals Finn Allen, Tim Seifert, and Rachin Ravindra. In the bowling department, Matheesha Pathirana was added to strengthen the pace attack, while Mustafizur Rahman was released due to external reasons.
KKR will open their IPL 2026 campaign against the Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on March 29, followed by three home games at Eden Gardens against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Punjab Kings, and Lucknow Super Giants in early April.
KKR IPL 2026 Schedule at Eden Gardens
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| April 2, 2026 | KKR vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata |
| April 6, 2026 | KKR vs Punjab Kings | Kolkata |
| April 9, 2026 | KKR vs Lucknow Super Giants | Kolkata |
KKR IPL Win Record at Eden Gardens
Over the years, Eden Gardens has been a stronghold for the Knights. Here's a summary of their performance at home:
| Criterion | Stats |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 122 |
| Matches Won | 69 |
| Matches Lost | 52 |
| Tied / No Result | 1 / 0 |
Top Run-Scorer for KKR at Eden Gardens
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Gautam Gambhir holds the record for scoring the most runs for KKR at Eden Gardens. In 44 innings, the former captain accumulated 1,342 runs at a strike rate of 126.48, making him the franchise's most prolific batsman at this iconic venue.
Top Wicket-Taker for KKR at Eden Gardens
Sunil Narine has been the leading wicket-taker for KKR at Eden Gardens. In 65 innings, the star all-rounder claimed 72 wickets, maintaining an impressive economy rate of 6.53, highlighting his impact in home matches.
KKR IPL Win Record Against Teams at Eden Gardens
| Opposition | Played | Won | Lost | Tied/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0/0 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0/0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0/0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 11 | 8 | 3 | 0/0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 11 | 4 | 7 | 0/0 |
| Punjab Kings | 14 | 9 | 4 | 1/0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0/0 |
| Gujarat Titans | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0/0 |
| Pune Warriors India | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0/0 |
| Kochi Tuskers Kerala | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0/0 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0/0 |
Eden Gardens continues to be a fortress for KKR, and with a fresh squad and renewed strategies, the Knights will aim to reclaim their dominance and vie for their fourth IPL title in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.
Also Read: IPL 2026: Punjab Kings (PBKS) Stats & Records at Mullanpur Stadium
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