MI vs KKR IPL Rivalry: Complete Head-to-Head History & Stats
Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders meet in Match 2 of IPL 2026 on March 29 at Wankhede Stadium. MI's dominance over KKR is one of the most lopsided rivalries in IPL history – here's the complete breakdown.
Head-to-Head Record
| Stat | MI | KKR |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 35 | |
| Wins | 24 | 11 |
| Win % | 68.6% | 31.4% |
| Highest Score | 210 | 232 |
| Lowest Score | 108 | 67 |
| IPL Titles | 5 | 3 |
MI's 68.6% win rate against KKR is the most dominant record by any team against a single opponent in IPL history. No other top franchise has such a lopsided record.
5 Most Memorable MI vs KKR Matches
1. IPL 2017 Qualifier 2 – MI Win by 6 Wickets
A high-pressure knockout where MI chased down 108 with ease. Rohit Sharma and Krunal Pandya sealed the deal, sending MI to their third IPL final which they won against RPS.
2. IPL 2019 at Eden Gardens – KKR Score 232/2
KKR's highest-ever score against MI, powered by Andre Russell's brutal 80 off 40 balls. Russell smashed 7 sixes in a devastating assault. Yet KKR won by a narrow 34 runs, showing how competitive these matches get.
3. IPL 2020 at Abu Dhabi – MI Win by 8 Wickets
Rohit Sharma's masterclass – an unbeaten 80 off 54 balls in the chase. Jasprit Bumrah restricted KKR to 148/5, and MI cruised to victory in 16.5 overs.
4. IPL 2024 at Wankhede – KKR's Title-Year Statement
In the season KKR went on to win the IPL title, they beat MI by 24 runs with Phil Salt scoring a blistering 68 off 35 balls. Sunil Narine's all-round brilliance (39 runs, 2 wickets) was key.
5. IPL 2014 Final – KKR Win Their 2nd Title
Manish Pandey's 94 off 50 balls powered KKR to 200/7. Despite Lendl Simmons' 68 for MI, KKR defended the total by 3 wickets in a nail-biting final at Bengaluru.
Key Player Matchups for IPL 2026
- Rohit Sharma vs Varun Chakravarthy: Mystery spinner vs master batter
- Cameron Green vs Jasprit Bumrah: Rs 25cr man vs the world's best T20 bowler
- Suryakumar Yadav vs Sunil Narine: Mr. 360 vs the IPL's most economical spinner
- Phil Salt vs Trent Boult: Explosive opener vs swing king at Wankhede
IPL 2026 Match Info: MI vs KKR
Match: MI vs KKR (Match 2, IPL 2026)
Date: March 29, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Historical Edge: MI (24 wins in 35 matches)