KKR Schedule 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders Match List, Dates & Venues
The schedule for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026 has been announced, according to which KKR will play their first match of IPL 2026 on 28 March 2026.
KKR is considered one of the most popular franchises in the Indian Premier League. They previously won the IPL title in 2012 and 2014 under the captaincy of Gautam Gambhir, and later claimed their third IPL title in 2024 under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer. You’re likely to see the popular team RCB Schedule 2026.
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KKR Match Schedule IPL 2026
In IPL 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders will play most of their matches at their iconic home venue, Eden Gardens in Kolkata. However, they will also play a few matches away from home at other major venues across India.
During the league stage, KKR will play their group matches, and qualification for the playoff and qualifier rounds will depend on their performance and position on the points table. Let us take a detailed look at KKR’s league match schedule.
| Tournament Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | TATA IPL 2026 (Season 19) |
| Team | Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) |
| Home Ground | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Captain | Ajinkya Rahane |
| IPL Titles | 3 Times (2012, 2014, and 2024) |
| First Match | March 29, 2026 |
| Total Matches | 14 League Matches |
Also Read KKR Squad IPL 2026
Kolkata Knight Riders IPL 2026 Match List
Kolkata Knight Riders will play their seven league matches at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. These complete matches are listed here:
KKR Eden Gardens Match Schedule
| Date | Day | Matchup | Venue | Time (IST) |
| March 29, 2026 | Sunday | Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 7:30 PM |
| April 02, 2026 | Thursday | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| April 06, 2026 | Monday | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
| April 09, 2026 | Thursday | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
KKR Schedule PDF Download
KKR fans and IPL followers can also download the complete KKR schedule in PDF format, through which they can stay updated on all upcoming Kolkata Knight Riders matches throughout the tournament.
Eden Gardens, Kolkata Venue IPL 2026
Eden Garden is an iconic venue that hosts 90+ matches. A massive crowd of 66,000 spectators with batting friendly conditions makes this venue more interesting.
The ticket prices range from 700 to 40,000 from the general stand to hospitality.
