In the 70th match of the IPL 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC). Kolkata Knight Riders delivered an impressive all-round performance in their previous match, registering a 4-wicket victory over the Mumbai Indians. Batting first, Mumbai managed to post a competitive total of 147 runs, but Kolkata successfully chased down the target in 18.5 overs. During the chase, KKR received a solid start from their top order, with Manish Pandey scoring 45 off 33 deliveries, while Rovman Powell played a valuable knock of 40 runs from 30 balls.

With the ball, Kolkata’s bowlers also put in a disciplined performance. Saurabh Dubey, Cameron Green, and Kartik Tyagi picked up two wickets each, helping KKR restrict MI to a below-par total.

On the other hand, Delhi Capitals produced a remarkable performance in their previous encounter, clinching a thrilling 5-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals. Batting first, Rajasthan posted a challenging total of 193 runs, but Delhi chased it down comfortably in 19.2 overs courtesy of an excellent batting display.

During the run chase, Delhi’s top order laid a strong foundation. KL Rahul played a crucial innings of 56 runs, while Abhishek Porel contributed an important 51. On the bowling front, Delhi put in a brilliant performance as Mitchell Starc starred with four wickets, while Lungi Ngidi and Madhav Tiwari claimed two wickets each.

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The pitch at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, is generally considered ‌excellent one for batting, with a fast outfield making runs easy. Flat pitch with true bounce, allowing batters to dominate. While fast bowlers can get early movement, it often slows down, aiding spinners. With small boundaries and dew as a factor, chasing is highly advantageous. The average first-inning score at this venue is 176 runs.

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