IPL fans widely regard Kolkata Knight Riders as the third-best team after MI and CSK. They have won three IPL titles—first in 2012, then in 2014, and again 10 years later. Over the years, they have played iconic matches and set numerous records. After their latest victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad, they have achieved a unique feat.
This was Kolkata’s 20th win over SRH, making them the first team to achieve this against three different teams. KKR has 21 wins against Punjab Kings and 20 against RCB. Even Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings can’t claim this record.
Speaking of KKR’s iconic wins, who can forget the very first IPL match? Brendon McCullum’s record-breaking 158 gave the league a spectacular start as KKR crushed RCB. Another unforgettable victory came when they bowled Bangalore out for just 49 runs.
KKR’s biggest wins over Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad came in the finals. Their thrilling chase of 200 against PBKS under pressure is often overlooked. In contrast, their victory over Hyderabad was one-sided. It wasn’t a nail-biter, but Kolkata fans won’t mind—they secured their third IPL title with that win.
Why were there empty seats in the iconic Eden Gardens during Kolkata Knight Riders’ match?
Last year’s final rematch between KKR and SRH was a big event, but the hype seemed to be missing. When captains Ajinkya Rahane and Pat Cummins came for the toss, fans were surprised to see empty stands. It was a rare sight at Eden Gardens, given the city’s passion for cricket.
But what was the reason behind it? According to some fans, Eden Gardens had significantly increased ticket prices compared to last year. While tickets previously cost around ₹900, this year they went up to ₹3,500. The empty seats were a form of protest against the price hike.
One fan said that too many one-sided matches had made this season boring and were a major reason for the empty stands. A CSK fan mentioned that ticket prices in Chennai are the highest. Meanwhile, a Mumbai Indians fan said it’s better to watch the match with family and friends at home.
