The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most popular and successful T20 cricket leagues in the world. It has been running for more than a decade, and in the 2021 edition, two of the most successful teams, Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals, will meet in the upcoming IPL 2022. This article will discuss the head to head record between Kolkata and Rajasthan, and which team has the upper hand between the two.
KKR vs RR Head to Head Record
The two teams have previously met in the IPL 17 times, with Kolkata winning 11 times and Rajasthan winning 6 times. The last time the two teams met was in IPL 2020, where Kolkata won by 37 runs. Kolkata has a clear edge over Rajasthan in their head to head record.
Kolkata’s Performance in IPL
Kolkata Knight Riders have been one of the most successful teams in the IPL and have won the title twice, in 2012 and 2014. They have also made it to the playoffs in all but two seasons, in 2011 and 2020. They have also had some of the most successful players in the tournament, such as Gautam Gambhir, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell and Kuldeep Yadav.
Rajasthan’s Performance in IPL
Rajasthan Royals have also been one of the most successful teams in the IPL, winning the title in 2008. They have also made it to the playoffs in all but one season, in 2020. They have also had some of the most successful players in the tournament, such as Shane Warne, Rahul Dravid, Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer.
Who has the Upper Hand?
Kolkata Knight Riders have the upper hand in head to head record against Rajasthan Royals, with 11 wins to their name compared to Rajasthan’s 6 wins. They also have a better overall performance in the IPL, having won the title twice and making it to the playoffs in all but two seasons.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Kolkata Knight Riders have the upper hand between the two teams in head to head record, as well as overall performance. They are likely to continue their dominance over Rajasthan in IPL 2022.
It will be interesting to see how the two teams perform in IPL 2022, and whether Kolkata Knight Riders can continue their dominance over Rajasthan Royals. With both teams
