Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders Timeline

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) share a long-standing rivalry that began when SRH debuted in the IPL in 2013. Both teams have consistently showcased their strength and competitive spirit since the beginning.

This article will closely examine the SRH vs. KKR timeline, including head-to-head records, thrilling encounters, match results, and key moments from 2013 to last year’s final.

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders Timeline

SRH vs KKR: The beginning started from 2013

SRH vs KKR timeline began on April 14, 2013, during the 17th match of the IPL at Eden Gardens. Kolkata Knight Riders started strong with a big 48-run win. Batting first, KKR put up an impressive 180/4, thanks to Gautam Gambhir’s steady knock of 53 runs from 45 balls, which earned him the Player of the Match award. Sunrisers Hyderabad, in reply, could only manage 132/7 in their 20 overs, falling short in the chase.

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Stats

SRH vs KKR Head to Head

Category	Details
Total Matches	28
Sunrisers Hyderabad Won	9
Kolkata Knight Riders Won	19
Tied/No Result	0

SRH vs KKR Head To Head Record in Playoffs

Category	Details
Total Matches	05
Sunrisers Hyderabad Won	02
Kolkata Knight Riders Won	03
Tied/No Result	0

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Match Results

Date	Winner	Margin	Venue
14-Apr-2013	KKR	48 runs	Kolkata
19-May-2013	SRH	5 wickets	Hyderabad
24-May-2014	KKR	4 wickets	Kolkata
18-May-2014	KKR	7 wickets	Hyderabad
22-Apr-2015	SRH	16 runs	Visakhapatnam
04-May-2015	KKR	35 runs	Kolkata
16-Apr-2016	KKR	8 wickets	Hyderabad
22-May-2016	KKR	22 runs	Kolkata
25-May-2016	SRH	22 runs	Delhi
15-Apr-2017	KKR	17 runs	Kolkata
30-Apr-2017	SRH	48 runs	Hyderabad
17-May-2017	KKR	7 wickets	Bangalore
14-Apr-2018	SRH	5 wickets	Kolkata
19-May-2018	KKR	5 wickets	Hyderabad
25-May-2018	SRH	14 runs	Kolkata
24-Mar-2019	KKR	6 wickets	Kolkata
21-Apr-2019	SRH	9 wickets	Hyderabad
26-Sept-2020	KKR	7 wickets	Abu Dhabi
18-Oct-2020	KKR	Super Over	Abu Dhabi
11-Apr-2021	KKR	10 runs	Chennai
03-Oct-2021	KKR	6 wickets	Dubai
15-Apr-2022	SRH	7 wickets	Mumbai
14-May-2022	KKR	54 runs	Pune
14-Apr-2023	SRH	23 runs	Kolkata
04-May-2023	KKR	5 runs	Hyderabad
24-Mar-2024	KKR	4 runs	Kolkata
21-May-2024	KKR	8 wickets	Ahmedabad
26-May-2024	KKR	8 wickets	Chennai

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders Match Scorecard-

SRH vs KKR (Highest Totals in an Innings)

Runs	Team	Venue	Year
228/4	SRH	Kolkata	2023
208/7	KKR	Kolkata	2024

SRH vs KKR (Lowest Totals in an Innings)

Runs	Team	Venue	Year
113	SRH	Chennai	2024
130	KKR	Hyderabad	2013

SRH vs KKR (Highest Margin Victory by Runs)

Margin	Winning Team	Venue	Year
48 Runs	SRH	Hyderabad	2017
48 Runs	KKR	Kolkata	2013

SRH vs KKR (Lowest Margin Victory by Runs)

Margin	Winning Team	Venue	Year
4 Runs	KKR	Hyderabad	2024
14 Runs	SRH	Kolkata	2018

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Key Players

Highest run-scorers in KKR vs SRH

Player	Runs	Matches Played
David Warner (SRH)	619	18
Nitish Rana (KKR)	492	19

Most Fifties in KKR vs SRH

Player	Number of 50s
Nitish Rana (KKR)	4
David Warner (SRH)	3
Shikhar Dhawan (SRH)	3

Most Sixes in KKR vs SRH

Player	Number of 6s
Andre Russell (KKR)	26
David Warner (SRH)	26

Most Wickets by Players in KKR vs SRH

Player	Wickets	Matches Played
Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SRH)	24	18
Andre Russell (MI)	23	21

Best Bowling Figure in KKR vs SRH

Player	Matches Played	Year
Prasidh Krishan (KKR)	4/30	2018
Karn Sharma (SRH)	4/38	2014

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Matches (Key Encounters and Memorable Moments)

IPL 2016 Eliminator

• Date- May 25, 2016
• Result- SRH won by 22 runs
• Venue- Delhi

In a high-stakes Eliminator at Delhi’s Firozshah Kotla, now known as Arun Jaitley Stadium Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) edged out Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 22 runs. Batting first, SRH posted a solid 162/8, with Yuvraj Singh’s vital 44 off 30 balls leading the charge.

KKR found themselves needing help to chase the target. Bhuvneshwar Kumar was sensational with the ball, taking three wickets for just 19 runs. Despite a brave 36 from Manish Pandey, KKR couldn’t maintain momentum. A key moment came when Yuvraj Singh ran out Colin Munro with a brilliant direct hit, shifting the game in SRH’s favour. SRH emerged victorious, and their win set up a clash with Gujarat Lions in Qualifier 2, ultimately leading them to the final.

IPL 2017 Eliminator

• Date- May 17, 2017
• Result- KKR won by 7 wickets
• Venue- Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

In a rain-affected Eliminator, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated defending champions Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to keep their playoff hopes alive. SRH struggled with the bat, managing only 128/7 in their 20 overs. David Warner top-scored with 37, while KKR’s Nathan Coulter-Nile impressed with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 20 runs.

The rain reduced KKR’s chase to just 48 runs from 6 overs, and while they stumbled early, losing 3 wickets in the first 7 balls, captain Gautam Gambhir remained calm. His 32* guided KKR home, securing victory with 4 balls to spare. This win sent KKR into Qualifier 2, while SRH’s season ended in this dramatic encounter.

IPL 2018 Qualifier 2

• Date- May 25, 2018
• Result- SRH won by 14 runs
• Venue- Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pulled off a dramatic win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a thrilling match at Eden Gardens. Batting first, SRH posted a challenging 174/7, thanks to a late burst from Rashid Khan, who smashed an unbeaten 34 off just 10 balls. His late heroics helped them recover after being in a tough spot at 134/6.

When KKR came out to chase, they looked promising with Chris Lynn’s 48, but Rashid’s magic with the ball changed the game. He took 3 wickets for 19 runs, dismissing Lynn, Robin Uthappa, and Andre Russell. On top of that, Rashid took two catches and even contributed with a vital run-out. SRH held on to win by 14 runs, and Rashid’s all-round brilliance was the difference-maker. This win sent them through to the final against Chennai Super Kings.

IPL 2024 Qualifier 1

• Date- May 21, 2024
• Result- KKR won by 8 wickets (with 38 balls remaining)
• Venue- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) comfortably defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 8 wickets, chasing down a modest target of 160 with 38 balls to spare. SRH batted first and posted 159/7 in their 20 overs.

KKR’s batting took control despite early setbacks, but they are building a solid partnership. Mitchell Starc (3/34) played a crucial role, delivering a match-winning performance with the ball. He restricted SRH’s progress. KKR chased down the target in just 13.4 overs, advancing to the next tournament stage. Starc’s all-around effort earned him the Player of the Match award.

IPL 2024 Final

• Date- May 26, 2024
• Result- KKR won by 8 wickets (with 57 balls remaining)
• Venue- MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai

In the 2024 IPL final at Chennai, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clinched their third IPL title, defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 8 wickets. SRH, batting first, could only manage a low total of 113 runs. KKR, in response, chased down the target comfortably in just 10.3 overs, scoring 114/2.

Starc was the standout performer, taking two crucial wickets and earning the Player of the Match award. Venkatesh Iyer played a match-winning knock, remaining not out on 52 off 26 balls, guiding KKR to victory. Sunil Narine was also instrumental throughout the tournament, contributing with both bat and ball. He finished with 488 runs and 17 wickets, making him one of the key players in KKR’s successful campaign. This victory marked KKR’s third IPL title, solidifying their legacy in the tournament’s history.

Since 2013, the rivalry between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders has been marked by intense and competitive encounters. The two teams have consistently provided thrilling cricket, with KKR leading the head-to-head record, including victories in key playoff matches. Notable moments include KKR’s victory in the IPL 2024 final, securing their third title, and standout performances from players like David Warner, Nitish Rana, Andre Russell, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. The timeline highlights a series of high-stakes matches that have solidified the rivalry between these two IPL franchises.

FAQs

Q: When did the rivalry between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) begin?
The rivalry began on April 14, 2013, during the 17th match of the IPL at Eden Gardens.

Q: What is the head-to-head record between SRH and KKR?
Out of 28 matches, KKR has won 19 times, while SRH has won 9. There have been no tied or no-result matches.

Q: How often have SRH and KKR met in the IPL playoffs?
SRH and KKR have faced each other 5 times in the playoffs. KKR has won 3 times, and SRH has won 2 times.

Q: What resulted from the IPL 2016 Eliminator between SRH and KKR?
SRH won the IPL 2016 Eliminator by 22 runs.

Q: Who won the IPL 2024 Final between SRH and KKR?
KKR won the IPL 2024 Final by 8 wickets, clinching their third IPL title.

Q: Which players have been the highest run-scorers in the SRH vs KKR matches?
David Warner (SRH) with 619 runs in 18 matches, and Nitish Rana (KKR) with 492 runs in 19 games.

Q: What does SRH score the highest total in a match against KKR?
The highest total scored by SRH in a match against KKR is 228/4 in Kolkata in 2023.

Q: What does SRH score the lowest total in a match against KKR?
The lowest total scored by SRH in a match against KKR is 113 runs, which happened in Chennai in 2024.

Q: Which player has taken the most wickets in SRH vs KKR matches?
Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SRH) holds the record for the most wickets with 24 wickets in 18 matches.

Q: What was the result of the IPL 2024 Qualifier 1 between SRH and KKR?
KKR won IPL 2024 Qualifier 1 by 8 wickets, with 38 balls remaining.

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