In IPL 2024, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) set a record with KKR Highest Score in IPL, posting 272/7 against Delhi Capitals (DC).
Played at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam, this match saw stellar performances from players like Shubman Gill, who scored 110 off 54 balls, and Andre Russell, who scored a quick-fire 72 off 26 balls.
In this blog post, we’ll explore Kolkata Knight Rider’s highest scores in IPL, their opponent teams, and players who contributed to the highest scores.
KKR Highest Scores In IPL
KKR has set remarkable scores over the years. Here’s a look at their highest scores in the IPL:
| Opposition | Score | Ground | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| v DC | 272/7 | Visakhapatnam | 3 Apr 2024 |
| v Punjab Kings | 261/6 | Eden Gardens | 26 Apr 2024 |
| v Kings XI | 245/6 | Indore | 12 May 2018 |
| LSG | 235/6 | Lucknow | 5 May 2024 |
| v MI | 232/2 | Eden Gardens | 28 Apr 2019 |
| v RR | 223/6 | Eden Gardens | 16 Apr 2024 |
| v RCB | 222/6 | Eden Gardens | 21 Apr 2024 |
| v RCB | 222/3 | Bengaluru | 18 Apr 2008 |
| v Kings XI | 218/4 | Eden Gardens | 27 Mar 2019 |
| v RR | 210 | Brabourne | 18 Apr 2022 |
KKR played their 16th match of the 2024 season against the Delhi Capitals at Visakhapatnam, achieving their highest total. Let’s dive into the details of each match.
1. KKR v DC – 272/7 – (2024)
Against Delhi Capitals (DC), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) achieved their highest-ever score of 272/7 at the Visakhapatnam Stadium in IPL.
Shubman Gill led the charge with a sensational 110 off 54 balls, supported by Andre Russell’s scored 72 off just 26. This monumental effort handed DC a loss by 75 runs.
2. KKR v Punjab Kings – 261/6 – (2024)
On 26 April 2024, at Eden Gardens, KKR scored an impressive 261/6 against the Punjab Kings. Nitish Rana smashed 84 off 37, while Andre Russell’s fiery 68 off 22 sealed the deal.
Despite this high score, PBKS achieved a remarkable victory, successfully chasing the target with a score of 262/2 in just 18.4 overs, winning by 8 wickets.
3. KKR v Kings XI – 245/6 (2018)
On 12 May 2018, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced Kings XI Punjab (now PBKS) at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore. KKR posted a massive total of 245/6, by explosive performances from Sunil Narine (75 off 36 balls) and Dinesh Karthik (50 off 23 balls).
Kings XI Punjab scored 214/8 in reply, with Lokesh Rahul fighting hard with 66 runs. KKR won by 31 runs. Sunil Narine’s all-round performance earned him the Player of the Match.
4. KKR vs LSG – 235/6 (2024)
On May 5, 2024, at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) scored 235/6 against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
Sunil Narine was the standout performer, scoring 81 runs off 39 balls. KKR’s bowlers then dismissed LSG for 137 runs, securing a victory by 98 runs.
5. KKR v MI – 232/2 (2019)
On April 28, 2019, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) scored 232/2 against the Mumbai Indians (MI). Key contributions came from Shubman Gill (76 runs), Chris Lynn (54 runs), and Andre Russell, who was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 80 runs off 40 balls and bowling figures of 2/25.
Despite a valiant 91 runs off 34 balls by MI’s Hardik Pandya, KKR secured victory by 34 runs, ending their six-match losing streak
6. KKR v RR – 223/6 (2024)
On April 16, 2024, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) scored 223/6 against the Rajasthan Royals (RR). In response, RR chased down the target, finishing at 224/8, winning the match by two wickets on the final ball.
Key performances included Sunil Narine’s 109 runs for KKR and Jos Buttler’s unbeaten 107 for RR, with Buttler being named Player of the Match. This game equaled the record for the most successful chase in IPL history.
7. KKR v RCB – 222/6 (2024)
On April 21, 2024, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) scored 222/6 against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). RCB fell short, managing 221 runs, resulting in a narrow 1-run victory for KKR.
Key performers included Shreyas Iyer, who scored 50 runs off 36 balls for KKR, and Will Jacks, who contributed 55 runs off 32 balls for RCB. Andre Russell was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance, scoring 27 off 20 balls and taking 3 wickets for 25 runs.
8. KKR v RCB – 222/3 ( 2008)
On April 18, 2008, at Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) scored 222/3 against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Brendon McCullum stole the show with an unbeaten 158 off just 73 balls.
KKR’s bowlers then bowled out RCB for 82, winning by a massive 140 runs. McCullum’s knock and KKR’s performance thrilled fans and set the stage for an exciting inaugural IPL season.
9. KKR v Kings XI – 218/4 (2019)
On March 27, 2019, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) posted a formidable total of 218/4 against Kings XI Punjab (KXIP). Andre Russell’s explosive 48 off 17 balls was a standout performance.
In response, KXIP managed 190/4, with Mayank Agarwal top-scoring with 58 runs. KKR won the match by 28 runs.
10. KKR v RR – 210 ( 2019)
On April 18, 2022, at Mumbai’s Brabourne Stadium, KKR scored 210 runs, with Shreyas Iyer contributing 85 runs off 51 balls. Yuzvendra Chahal’s exceptional bowling for RR, taking 5 wickets for 40 runs, including a hat-trick, was pivotal in securing a 7-run victory for his team.
The Rajasthan Royals (RR) managed to score 217/5 against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Jos Buttler was the standout performer for RR, scoring 103 runs off 61 balls.
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Conclusion: KKR’s Highest Score In IPL Is 272
KKR scored 272, their highest score in the IPL 2024 season. This score not only stands as KKR’s highest but also as the second-highest in IPL history.
As we look forward to more thrilling IPL seasons, KKR’s remarkable performances will continue inspiring and entertaining cricket fans worldwide. Who will be the unlucky opponent to face a great batting performance is a wait worthwhile.
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