Kolkata Knight Riders Eye Third IPL Trophy: A Look At Their Journey To The 2024 Final

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have secured their fourth appearance in the Indian Premier League (IPL) Final in their 17th year of participation. They will face Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the IPL 2024 Final on Sunday, May 26, at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

KKR's performance in IPL 2024 has been commendable, finishing at the top of the points table with 20 points from 14 matches. They clinched their spot in the final by winning Qualifier 1 against SRH.

Over the years, KKR has participated in three IPL finals. They emerged victorious twice, in 2012 and 2014, but lost the final in 2021. As they prepare to take on SRH, here's a detailed look at KKR's history in IPL finals:

Appearances and Results

Appearances: 4 (3 Results)

Won: 2

Lost: 1

How many IPL Titles have KKR Won?

Kolkata Knight Riders have won two IPL titles. In 2012, they defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. In 2014, they triumphed over Kings XI Punjab at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Who has scored the Most Runs for KKR in IPL Finals?

Manish Pandey holds the record for most runs scored for KKR in IPL finals, with a notable 94-run innings in the IPL 2014 final. Pandey is part of the Knight Riders squad this season as well.

Who has picked up the Most Wickets for KKR in IPL Finals?

Sunil Narine has taken the most wickets for KKR in IPL finals, with three wickets across three matches.

Who has the Most Appearances for KKR in IPL Finals?

Sunil Narine also holds the record for most appearances for KKR in IPL finals, having played all three previous finals. Gautam Gambhir, Yusuf Pathan, Shakib Al Hasan, and Andre Russell have each appeared twice.

KKR Fifties in IPL Finals

KKR players have scored a total of five fifties in IPL finals:

1. Manvinder Bisla vs CSK (2012) - 89 off 48 balls (8x4s, 5x6s)
2. Jack Kallis vs CSK (2012) - 69 off 49 balls (7x4s, 1x6s)
3. Manish Pandey vs KXIP (2014) - 94 off 50 balls (7x4s, 6x6s)
4. Shubman Gill vs CSK (2021) - 51 off 43 balls (6x4s)
5. Venkatesh Iyer vs CSK (2021) - 50 off 32 balls (5x4s, 3x6s)

KKR Best Bowling Figure in IPL Finals

The best bowling performance by a KKR player in an IPL final is Sunil Narine's spell of 2/26 in four overs against CSK in the IPL 2021 Final.

Kolkata Knight Riders' IPL Final Records

• KKR were the first team to chase down a 200-run target in an IPL final. This remains the highest chase in IPL finals history.
• The team also holds the top two chases in IPL finals history, with their chase of 192 runs in 2012 ranking second.
• This is the first time KKR finished first on a season's points table. Previously, their highest finish was second (2012 and 2014).
• Kolkata Knight Riders are the only team with a perfect win record in IPL finals held on Indian soil. Their only defeat came in Dubai during the relocated IPL season of 2021.

The upcoming final promises to be an engaging contest as KKR aims to add another title to their record against SRH at Chennai's iconic stadium.