Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) is one of the most successful teams in IPL history. The team is owned by Bollywood actors Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla, and her husband Jay Mehta. The franchise was purchased in 2008 for Rs 262.5 crore (around US$75 million). KKR has a massive fan following and is known for its strong performances over the years. In the beginning, KKR’s first three IPL seasons were disappointing. Despite having big names like Sourav Ganguly, Brendon McCullum, Ricky Ponting, Chris Gayle, and Shoaib Akhtar, the team could not perform consistently. Their best finish during this period was 6th place.
Rise to Success (2011-2014):
In 2011, under captain Gautam Gambhir, KKR reached the playoffs for the first time. Key players like Yusuf Pathan and Jacques Kallis played an important role. In 2012, with the addition of Sunil Narine and Robin Uthappa, KKR won their first IPL title. The team repeated its success in 2014 with the arrival of Andre Russell, securing their second championship.
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KKR Highest Team Scores in IPL
Kolkata Knight Riders achieved their highest total during the 2024 season in a thrilling encounter against Delhi Capitals This historic feat unfolded during the 16th match of the tournament, hosted in the vibrant city of Visakhapatnam. Here is the list:
| Team | Score | Overs | RR | Inns | Opposition | Ground | Match Date |
| KKR | 272/7 | 20 | 13.6 | 1 | v DC | Visakhapatnam | 3 Apr 2024 |
| KKR | 261/6 | 20 | 13.05 | 1 | v Punjab Kings | Eden Gardens | 26 Apr 2024 |
| KKR | 245/6 | 20 | 12.25 | 1 | v Kings XI | Indore | 12 May 2018 |
| KKR | 235/6 | 20 | 11.75 | 1 | v LSG | Lucknow | 3 May 2024 |
| KKR | 232/2 | 20 | 11.6 | 1 | v MI | Eden Gardens | 28 Apr 2019 |
| KKR | 223/6 | 20 | 11.15 | 1 | v RR | Eden Gardens | 16 Apr 2024 |
| KKR | 222/6 | 20 | 11.1 | 1 | v RCB | Eden Gardens | 21 Apr 2024 |
| KKR | 222/3 | 20 | 11.1 | 1 | v RCB | Bengaluru | 18 Apr 2008 |
| KKR | 218/4 | 20 | 10.9 | 1 | v Kings XI | Eden Gardens | 27 Mar 2019 |
| KKR | 210 | 19.4 | 10.67 | 2 | v RR | Brabourne | 18 Apr 2022 |
| KKR | 210/8 | 20 | 10.5 | 2 | v DC | Sharjah | 3 Oct 2020 |
| KKR | 208/7 | 20 | 10.4 | 1 | v SRH | Eden Gardens | 23 Mar 2024 |
| KKR | 208/8 | 20 | 10.4 | 2 | v LSG | DY Patil | 18 May 2022 |
| KKR | 207/7 | 20 | 10.35 | 2 | v GT | Ahmedabad | 9 Apr 2023 |
| KKR | 206/5 | 19.1 | 10.74 | 2 | v RCB | Bengaluru | 5 Apr 2019 |
| KKR | 205/7 | 20 | 10.25 | 2 | v SRH | Eden Gardens | 14 Apr 2023 |
Kolkata Knight Riders attained their second-highest IPL score in a gripping clash against PBKS during the 2024 season. This memorable encounter unfolded in the 42nd game of the competition, staged at the iconic Eden Gardens. In a strategic move, PBKS won the toss and elected to field, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle on the cricketing turf.
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KKR Lowest Team Scores in IPL
Kolkata Knight Riders' lowest team score in IPL history stands at 67/10, a sobering moment etched in memory, occurring against Mumbai Indians at the revered Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This humbling event took place on the 16th of May, 2008, serving as a testament to the ebbs and flows inherent in the sport of cricket.:
| Score | Against | Ground | Date | Result |
| 67/10 | Mumbai Indians | Mumbai | 16-05-2008 | MI Won by 8 Wickets |
| 84/8 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Abu Dhabi | 21-10-2020 | RCB Won by 8 Wickets |
| 95/10 | Mumbai Indians | Port Elizabeth | 27-04-2009 | MI Won by 92 Runs |
| 101/10 | Deccan Chargers | Cape Town | 19-04-2009 | DC Won by 8 Wickets |
| 101/10 | Lucknow SuperGiants | Pune | 07-05-2022 | LSG Won by 75 Runs |
The 84/8 runs scored by Kolkata Knight Riders against Royal Challengers Bangalore marks the second-lowest team score in the annals of KKR's IPL history. This challenging feat unfolded during a gripping encounter on the 21st of October, 2020, at the illustrious Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi. In a display of resilience and determination, the Kolkata Knight Riders battled through 20 intense overs, culminating in a total that stands as a testament to the unpredictable nature of the sport.
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