In a commanding performance during the 15th match of the IPL 2025 season, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by a massive margin of 80 runs, securing more than just a win—they etched their name in the record books.
KKR became the first team in IPL history to register 20 or more wins against three different franchises, a feat no other team has achieved to date.
🏆 A Historic Milestone for KKR
Following their emphatic win over SRH, Kolkata now boasts:
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21 wins against Punjab Kings (PBKS)
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20 wins against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
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20 wins against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
This achievement puts KKR in a league of their own, setting a new benchmark in the tournament’s history. While teams like Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings have also dominated opponents, none have achieved this specific trifecta.
📊 Most Wins by a Team Against a Single Opponent in IPL History:
| Wins | Team vs Opponent |
|---|---|
| 24 | Mumbai Indians vs KKR |
| 21 | CSK vs RCB |
| 21 | KKR vs PBKS |
| 20 | MI vs CSK |
| 20 | KKR vs RCB |
| 20 | KKR vs SRH* |
*The latest entry after KKR’s dominant victory in IPL 2025 Match 15.
Mumbai Indians are not far behind, with 24 wins over KKR and 20 wins over CSK, while CSK has bested RCB 21 times.
🔥 Match Recap: KKR vs SRH
In the game played at Eden Gardens, KKR posted a challenging 200/6 after being asked to bat first. Key contributions came from:
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Venkatesh Iyer (60 runs)
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Angkrish Raghuvanshi (50)
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Ajinkya Rahane (38)
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Rinku Singh (32* off 18)
SRH, in reply, crumbled under pressure and were bowled out for just 120 runs. Only Heinrich Klaasen (33) and Kamindu Mendis (27) showed some resistance.
🎯 Vaibhav Arora’s Magical Spell
The star with the ball for KKR was Vaibhav Arora, who struck early and dismantled SRH’s batting lineup with a brilliant spell.
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First Over: Dismissed Travis Head, sending shockwaves through the SRH camp.
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Second Over: Got Ishan Kishan caught by skipper Rahane.
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Later, took the key wicket of Klaasen, virtually sealing the game.
With 3 wickets in quick time, Vaibhav was deservedly named Player of the Match.
"I'm always ready, and the team lets me know early when I’ll be bowling. I assess the pitch quickly. In modern cricket, batters are aggressive, so it's important to use cutters and yorkers wisely," said Vaibhav during the post-match presentation.
🧠 What This Means for KKR
This milestone is more than just a statistic—it highlights KKR’s consistent dominance across seasons and against top-tier teams. With strong leadership from Ajinkya Rahane, effective bowling, and dependable middle-order batting, the Knight Riders are shaping up as serious title contenders this season.
As the IPL 2025 heats up, KKR’s confidence will be sky-high, not just because of their recent win but because they've carved out a unique piece of IPL history—a legacy of dominance.
