IPL 2026: KKR vs DC Match Prediction, Match 70 – Who will win today’s IPL match between Kolkata and Delhi?
Ajinkya Rahane, Axar Patel (Source: IPLT20.com)
Published - 23 May 2026, 10:59 PM• Read time - 12 mins
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will be desperate for a win as they take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in the last league match of the Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026) on Sunday, May 24 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The Ajinkya Rahane-led side is still alive in the playoffs race, but their journey could well end even before their game begins, as Rajasthan Royals (RR) will qualify if they beat Mumbai Indians (MI) in the first fixture of the day.
Hence, KKR don’t have full control over their fate and can only hope for things to go their way before taking the field against DC. Even if Rajasthan manage to lose, KKR will still have to beat Delhi by a huge margin to surpass Punjab Kings’(PBKS) net run rate to advance ahead.
Hence, there’s a lot riding on the upcoming game for KKR, who will put their best foot forward to realise their playoffs dream. On the other hand, Delhi have been already been knocked out after Punjab’s win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). They still have a chance to finish sixth on the IPL 2026 points table with a win in the upcoming fixture.
KKR vs DC Match Info
| Date | Fixture | Match No | Venue | Start time (Local time) |
| Sunday, May 24 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals | 70 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 7:30 PM |
Eden Gardens Stats in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 106 |
| Matches Won Batting First | 44 |
| Matches Won Bowling First | 60 |
| No Result | 02 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 168 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 155 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 261/6 (20 ovs) by KKR vs PBKS, 2024 |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 49/10 (9.4) by RCB vs KKR, 2017 |
| Highest Score Chased | 262 [262/2 in 18.4 overs] by PBKS vs KKR, 2024 |
| Lowest Score Defended | 131 by KKR vs RCB 2017 |
Eden Gardens Pitch Report and Playing Conditions:
| Aspect | Batters | Pacers | Spinners |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Assistance | High | Moderate | Good |
| Bounce | Decent | Moderate | Helpful |
| Movement | Minimal | Minimal | Good |
| Best Phase | Almost Throughout | With new ball | Middle Overs |
KKR vs DC Head-to-Head record in IPL
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 35 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 20 |
| Delhi Capitals | 15 |
KKR vs DC Playing 11 with Impact sub
Kolkata Knight Riders
Ajinkya Rahane(c), Finn Allen, Cameron Green, Rovman Powell, Manish Pandey, Rinku Singh, Tejasvi Dahiya, Sunil Narine, Anukul Roy, Kartik Tyagi, Varun Chakaravarthy, Saurabh Dubey
Delhi Capitals
KL Rahul(w), Abishek Porel, Sahil Parakh, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Ashutosh Sharma, Axar Patel(c), Madhav Tiwari, Tripurana Vijay, Lungi Ngidi, Mitchell Starc, Mukesh Kumar
Players to watch out for in KKR vs DC
Finn Allen
After a sluggish start to the season, Allen has found his form back, having struck a breathtaking 47-ball century against Delhi Capitals in the previous fixture between the two teams. He recently played another fiery innings of 93 (35) against Gujarat Titans (GT). With KKR in desperate need of improving their net run rate in the upcoming game, Allen is the perfect man to aid their cause.
Mitchell Starc
The left-arm speedster has been phenomenal ever since joining the team in the latter half of the tournament. Starc is DC’s second-highest wicket-taker with nine scalps to his name from five innings at an average of 22. He’s fresh from a match-winning four-wicket haul against Rajasthan Royals and will again prove to be the biggest hurdle in KKR’s quest for playoffs qualification.
Today's Match Prediction: Kolkata Knight Riders to win
Disclaimer: This prediction is based on current form, team balance, and available match data. Cricket remains unpredictable, and actual results may vary.
