Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 57th Match
Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Key Facts
- When was Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru played?
- Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the 57th Match of Indian Premier League, was played on 13 May 2026, 8:45 pm IST.
- Where was Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru played?
- The match was played at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur, India.
- What format is Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru?
- It is a T20 match in Indian Premier League.
- Who won the toss in Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru?
- RCB Elected to field first
- Who won Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru?
- RCB won by 6 wickets (with 5 balls remaining)
- What is the average score at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium?
- The average first-innings score in T20 matches at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium is 184 and the average second-innings score is 164, based on 5 matches.
- What is the pitch report for Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium?
- Knight: "Hot, humid and the odd thunderstorm. We just had one and the guys are cleaning up, so they are waiting for us to hurry up. 65,400 can get into this stadium, it is the fourth largest in the world. Now the pitch, just few days ago RCB played their first game and it was a bit up and down. Aaron Finch was there watching, he is here with us now. What do you make of this surface, Finchy?"...
RCB vs KKR IPL 2026 Match Preview: Fantasy Tips & Pitch Report
The Indian Premier League is reaching its climax, and the upcoming T20 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders is a high stakes battle. Kolkata Knight Riders are still alive in the tournament and fighting hard, while Royal Challengers Bengaluru need just one more win to secure their spot in the next round. This makes our Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Winning Team analysis crucial for your Mega Leagues.
Match Details
- Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders
- Date: 13 May 2026
- Time: 19:30 IST
- Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur
Live Streaming & Broadcast Details
- Catch the live action on JioHotstar(App + Website)
- TV broadcast available on Star Sport Channels
Weather Report
The weather in Raipur will be hot and humid during the evening. The Rain impact is expected to be zero, ensuring a full game. The Dew factor will likely come into play during the second innings, making it slightly easier for the chasing team.
Pitch Report & Venue Stats
The Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium offers a competitive surface. The average score here is 137 runs, indicating a balanced contest between bat and ball. The batting vs bowling trend suggests that bowlers have the upper hand early on. There is clear Pace dominance with fast bowlers taking 34 wickets compared to spinners who have taken 23 wickets in the last five matches. Fantasy Takeaway: Focus on death over pacers and top order batters who can navigate the tricky powerplay.
Team Form & Head to-Head
Kolkata Knight Riders
- Last 5 matches: W/W/W/W/L
- Recent performance: Riding a massive four game winning streak with incredible momentum.
- Head to-head record: 11 wins against their opponents.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- Last 5 matches: L/L/W/W/L
- Recent performance: Inconsistent lately but highly motivated to grab that final qualifying win.
- Head to-head record: 7 wins in this rivalry.
Injury Updates & Player Availability
- Injured: Harshit Rana, Akash Deep, Mustafizur Rahman, Yash Dayal are unavailable.
- Doubtful: None
- Fully fit: All other squad members are available for selection.
Probable Playing XI (Both Teams)
Kolkata Knight Riders
Angkrish Raghuvanshi, Sunil Narine, Cameron Green, Rinku Singh, Ajinkya Rahane, Rovman Powell, Ramandeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, Vaibhav Arora, Kartik Tyagi, Blessing Muzarabani
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Rajat Patidar, Devdutt Padikkal, Krunal Pandya, Jitesh Sharma, Romario Shepherd, Tim David, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma
Key Players to Watch
- Virat Kohli: The anchor for his team, having scored 379 runs this season. His role is vital on this tricky pitch.
- Sunil Narine: A massive threat with both bat and ball, boasting 10 wickets and explosive opening capabilities.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar: With 17 wickets, his powerplay swing is a nightmare for opening batters.
- Cameron Green: A premium all rounder who has amassed 228 runs and picked up 4 wickets.
Fantasy Picks
Small League Safe Picks
- Virat Kohli
- Sunil Narine
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Mega League Differential Picks
- Kartik Tyagi: Has picked 13 wickets and bowls in the death overs, offering high reward potential.
- Krunal Pandya: A solid differential who can score quick runs and choke the middle overs with spin.
Match Prediction / Outlook
The Final Verdict leans slightly towards Kolkata Knight Riders due to their unstoppable winning streak and superior head to-head record. However, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have the home advantage and the desperation of needing just one win. Expect a thrilling T20 encounter where the team chasing might have the edge due to dew.
Disclaimer
Always check Final Playing XI and Toss updates before locking your fantasy team.
IPL 2026 KKR vs RCB players T20 past performance, current series performance, projected points and selection percentage.
Teams | Date | Venue | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI vs KKR | 29 Mar - 07:30 PM | Mumbai | MI |  KKRKKR |  MI | 220/4 (20.0) | 224/4 (19.1) | MI MI won by 6 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) |
| KKR vs SRH | 02 Apr - 07:30 PM | Kolkata | KKR |  SRHSRH | KKR | 226/8 (20.0) | 161/10 (16.0) | SRH SRH won by 65 runs |
| PBKS vs KKR | 06 Apr - 07:30 PM | Kolkata | KKR | KKRKKR |  PBKS | 25/2 (3.4) | No result | |
| KKR vs LSG | 09 Apr - 07:30 PM | Kolkata | LSG | KKRKKR |  LSG | 181/4 (20.0) | 182/7 (20.0) | LSG LSG won by 3 wickets (with 0 balls remaining) |
| CSK vs KKR | 14 Apr - 07:30 PM | Chennai | KKR |  CSKCSK | KKR | 192/5 (20.0) | 160/7 (20.0) | CSK CSK won by 32 runs |
| GT vs KKR | 17 Apr - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | KKR | KKRKKR |  GT | 180/10 (20.0) | 181/5 (19.4) | GT GT won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls remaining) |
| KKR vs RR | 19 Apr - 03:30 PM | Kolkata | RR |  RRRR | KKR | 155/9 (20.0) | 161/6 (19.4) | KKR KKR won by 4 wickets (with 2 balls remaining) |
| LSG vs KKR | 26 Apr - 07:30 PM | Lucknow | LSG | KKRKKR | LSG | 155/7 (20.0) | 155/8 (20.0) | KKR Match tied (KKR won the one-over eliminator) |
| SRH vs KKR | 03 May - 03:30 PM | Hyderabad | SRH | SRHSRH | KKR | 165/10 (19.0) | 169/3 (18.2) | KKR KKR won by 7 wickets (with 10 balls remaining) |
| DC vs KKR | 08 May - 07:30 PM | Delhi | KKR |  DCDC | KKR | 142/8 (20.0) | 147/2 (14.2) | KKR KKR won by 8 wickets (with 34 balls remaining) |
| KKR vs RCB | 13 May - 08:45 PM | Raipur | RCB | KKRKKR |  RCB | 192/4 (20.0) | 194/4 (19.1) | RCB RCB won by 6 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) |
| GT vs KKR | 16 May - 07:30 PM | Kolkata | GT | KKRKKR | GT | 247/2 (20.0) | 218/4 (20.0) | KKR KKR won by 29 runs |
| KKR vs MI | 20 May - 07:30 PM | Kolkata | KKR | MIMI | KKR | 147/8 (20.0) | 148/6 (18.5) | KKR KKR won by 4 wickets (with 7 balls remaining) |
| KKR vs DC | 24 May - 07:30 PM | Kolkata | KKR | DCDC | KKR | 203/5 (20.0) | 163/10 (18.4) | DC DC won by 40 runs |
Teams | Date | Venue | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRH vs RCB | 28 Mar - 07:30 PM | Bengaluru | RCB | SRHSRH | RCB | 201/9 (20.0) | 203/4 (15.4) | RCB RCB won by 6 wickets (with 26 balls remaining) |
| RCB vs CSK | 05 Apr - 07:30 PM | Bengaluru | CSK | RCBRCB | CSK | 250/3 (20.0) | 207/10 (19.4) | RCB RCB won by 43 runs |
| RR vs RCB | 10 Apr - 07:30 PM | Guwahati | RR | RCBRCB | RR | 201/8 (20.0) | 202/4 (18.0) | RR RR won by 6 wickets (with 12 balls remaining) |
| MI vs RCB | 12 Apr - 07:30 PM | Mumbai | MI | RCBRCB | MI | 240/4 (20.0) | 222/5 (20.0) | RCB RCB won by 18 runs |
| RCB vs LSG | 15 Apr - 07:30 PM | Bengaluru | RCB | LSGLSG | RCB | 146/10 (20.0) | 149/5 (15.1) | RCB RCB won by 5 wickets (with 29 balls remaining) |
| DC vs RCB | 18 Apr - 03:30 PM | Bengaluru | DC | RCBRCB | DC | 175/8 (20.0) | 179/4 (19.5) | DC DC won by 6 wickets (with 1 ball remaining) |
| RCB vs GT | 24 Apr - 07:30 PM | Bengaluru | RCB | GTGT | RCB | 205/3 (20.0) | 206/5 (18.5) | RCB RCB won by 5 wickets (with 7 balls remaining) |
| DC vs RCB | 27 Apr - 07:30 PM | Delhi | RCB | DCDC | RCB | 75/10 (16.3) | 77/1 (6.3) | RCB RCB won by 9 wickets (with 81 balls remaining) |
| GT vs RCB | 30 Apr - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | GT | RCBRCB | GT | 155/10 (19.2) | 158/6 (15.5) | GT GT won by 4 wickets (with 25 balls remaining) |
| LSG vs RCB | 07 May - 07:30 PM | Lucknow | RCB | LSGLSG | RCB | 209/3 (19.0) | 203/6 (19.0) | LSG LSG won by 9 runs (DLS method) |
| RCB vs MI | 10 May - 07:30 PM | Raipur | RCB | MIMI | RCB | 166/7 (20.0) | 167/8 (20.0) | RCB RCB won by 2 wickets (with 0 balls remaining) |
| KKR vs RCB | 13 May - 08:45 PM | Raipur | RCB | KKRKKR | RCB | 192/4 (20.0) | 194/4 (19.1) | RCB RCB won by 6 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) |
| RCB vs PBKS | 17 May - 03:30 PM | Dharamsala | PBKS | RCBRCB | PBKS | 222/4 (20.0) | 199/8 (20.0) | RCB RCB won by 23 runs |
| SRH vs RCB | 22 May - 07:30 PM | Hyderabad | SRH | SRHSRH | RCB | 255/4 (20.0) | 200/4 (20.0) | SRH SRH won by 55 runs |
| GT vs RCB | 26 May - 07:30 PM | Dharamsala | GT | RCBRCB | GT | 254/5 (20.0) | 162/10 (19.3) | RCB RCB won by 92 runs |
| RCB vs GT | 31 May - 07:30 PM | Ahmedabad | RCB | GTGT | RCB | 155/8 (20.0) | 161/5 (18.0) | RCB RCB won by 5 wickets (with 12 balls remaining) |
Teams | Date | Toss | Bat First | Bat Second | Inning 1 | Inning 2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RCB vs MI | 10 May - 07:30 PM | RCB | MIMI | RCB | 166/7 (20.0) | 167/8 (20.0) | RCB RCB won by 2 wickets (with 0 balls remaining) |
| KKR vs RCB | 13 May - 08:45 PM | RCB | KKRKKR | RCB | 192/4 (20.0) | 194/4 (19.1) | RCB RCB won by 6 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) |
