The rivalry between the Kolkata Knight Riders and the Lucknow Super Giants is still new, but it has already given fans some very exciting matches. So far, both teams have played 6 games, with Lucknow winning 4 and Kolkata winning 2 (as of May 2025).
One of the most memorable moments came in IPL 2022, when Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul made a record 210-run opening partnership, helping LSG score 210 without losing a wicket and win the match by just 2 runs.
De Kock has scored the most runs in this rivalry with 243 runs, and Mohsin Khan has taken the 6 wickets for LSG. You can explore more stats and match details in this blog.
Overview of KKR vs LSG Head-to-Head Record in IPL
KKR and LSG have faced each other six times in the IPL. LSG has defeated KKR 4 times. The two teams clashed for the first time in 2022, with LSG winning by 75 runs at the MCA Stadium in Pune.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 6 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders Won | 2 |
| Lucknow Super Giants Won | 4 |
| Highest Score (KKR) | 235/6 |
| Lowest Score (KKR) | 101 |
KKR vs LSG Head-to-Head at Different Venues
Let’s have a look at the head-to-head record at different venues.
KKR vs LSG at Eden Gardens, Kolkata
KKR and LSG have clashed three times at the Eden Gardens. LSG won 2 of them, while KKR won only 1.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 3 |
| KKR Won | 1 |
| LSG Won | 2 |
KKR vs LSG at Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow
KKR and LSG have met just once at the Ekana Stadium. KKR dominated that fixture by winning it.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 1 |
| KKR Won | 1 |
| LSG Won | 0 |
KKR vs LSG Head-to-Head Team Records
KKR and LSG have produced some extraordinary team totals and contests in their short but intense rivalry. Let’s have a look at them.
Highest Team Total in KKR vs LSG Matches
KKR’s highest score against LSG is 238/3, posted at the Eden Gardens, which they chased against KKR’s 234/7.
| Team | Score | Run Rate | Result | Venue | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LSG | 238/3 | 11.9 | Won | Eden Gardens | IPL 2025 |
| KKR | 234/7 | 11.7 | Lost | Eden Gardens | IPL 2025 |
| KKR | 235/6 | 11.75 | Won | Ekana Cricket Stadium | IPL 2024 |
| LSG | 210/0 | 10.5 | Won | DY Patil Stadium | IPL 2022 |
| KKR | 208/8 | 10.4 | Lost | DY Patil Stadium | IPL 2022 |
Lowest Team Total in KKR vs LSG Matches
KKR’s lowest total against LSG is 101, bowled out in 14.3 overs at MCA Stadium Pune in IPL 2022, a target which LSG had set with 176/7.
| Team | Score | Run Rate | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KKR | 101 | 6.96 | Lost | MCA Stadium, Pune |
| LSG | 137 | 8.47 | Lost | Ekana Cricket Stadium |
| LSG | 161/7 | 8.05 | Lost | Eden Gardens |
| KKR | 176/7 | 8.80 | Lost | MCA Stadium, Pune |
| LSG | 176/8 | 8.8 | Won | Eden Gardens |
KKR vs LSG Head-to-Head Batting Records
Here are the batting records between KKR and LSG.
Best Batting Performances
Quinton de Kock holds the record for the highest individual score in this rivalry with an unbeaten 140 off 70 balls, the highest score ever by an LSG batter in IPL history.
| Player | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Quinton de Kock (LSG) | 140* (70) | 200 |
| Phil Salt (KKR) | 89* (47) | 189.36 |
| Nicholas Pooran (LSG) | 87* (36) | 241.67 |
| Sunil Narine (KKR) | 81 (39) | 207.69 |
| Mitchel Marsh (LSG) | 81 (48) | 168.75 |
Most Runs in KKR vs LSG Matches
Quinton de Kock leads the batting chart with 243 runs in IPL matches between the two teams, followed by Suni Narine’s 161 runs.
| Batter | Matches | Runs | Average | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quinton de Kock (LSG/KKR) | 5 | 243 | 40.5 | 140* |
| Sunil Narine (KKR) | 6 | 161 | 31.4 | 81 |
| KL Rahul (LSG) | 3 | 132 | 66 | 68* |
KKR vs LSG Head-to-Head Bowling Records
Now, let’s have a look at the head-to-head records in the bowling department.
Most Wickets in KKR vs LSG Matches
Mohsin Khan, with 6 wickets, is the highest wicket-taker from LSG’s side in these fixtures, while Sunil Narine leads the charts with 5 wickets for KKR.
| Bowler | Matches | Wickets | Economy | BBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohsin Khan (LSG) | 4 | 6 | 5.25 | 3/20 |
| Ravi Bishnoi (LSG) | 5 | 6 | 8.55 | 2/23 |
| Sunil Narine (KKR) | 6 | 5 | 6.33 | 2/28 |
Best Bowling Figure in KKR vs LSG Matches
Avesh Khan, while playing for LSG, took a three-wicket haul of 3/19 is the best bowling figure from either team in this fixture.
| Bowler | Bowling Figure | Economy |
|---|---|---|
| Avesh Khan (LSG) | 3/19 | 6.33 |
| Mohsin Khan (LSG) | 3/20 | 5.00 |
| Marcus Stoinis (LSG) | 3/23 | 11.50 |
| Harshit Rana (KKR) | 3/24 | 7.57 |
| Mitchell Starc (KKR) | 3/28 | 7.00 |
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Conclusion: LSG Has Won 4 Matches Against KKR
The head-to-head record between the Kolkata Knight Riders and the Lucknow Super Giants stands at 4–2, with LSG having an edge. In the early phase of this rivalry, Lucknow dominated by winning the first three matches, but Kolkata made a strong comeback with two back-to-back wins in 2024.
Looking at individual performances, Quinton de Kock has scored the most runs (243), including a 140* in 2022. On the bowling side, Mohsin Khan has taken the most wickets (6) for LSG.
With IPL 2026 underway, fans can expect more exciting matches, as both teams have strong players and match-winners.
