Matches To Be Played At Eden Gardens In IPL 2026: Kolkata’s Eden Gardens is India’s most iconic cricket stadium. The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) call this stadium their home during matches in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Eden is the oldest ground in India and is the second-largest cricket ground in the world based on the number of people who can fit in the seats (around 66,000).
Due to the large number of historic matches that have occurred at Eden Gardens, it is also called the “Mecca of Indian Cricket.” During the IPL season, the stadium becomes a sea of dedicated fans filling the seats and generating an energetic environment with their strong support for KKR.
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The end of the KKR at Eden Gardens always has high expectations, because they have made so much history and memory-making there, it also relates to the history of exciting cricket.
History of Eden Gardens Stadium
Established in 1864, Eden Gardens Stadium is the first international cricket ground in India. The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) manages this historic cricket ground and also has a place etched in the records books of Indian Cricket history.
The final of the 1987 Cricket World Cup was played at this venue. Furthermore, the historic Test match between India and Australia in 2001 featuring the legendary partnership between VVS Laxman and Rahul Dravid—unfolded right here, a moment that redefined the identity of Indian cricket.
Kolkata Knight Riders’ Record at Eden Gardens Stadium
For the Kolkata Knight Riders, Eden Gardens Stadium serves as an impregnable fortress. To date, KKR has played a total of 90 matches at this venue, securing victory in 53 matches while facing defeat in 37.
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The highest total by KKR ever at this ground is 261 runs; their lowest total ever was 108 runs. The highest successful chase in this stadium belongs to the Punjab Kings when they chased down a target of 262 runs from the home side. That’s also the record for the highest successful chase in T20 history.
The matches that take place at Eden Gardens during IPL 2026 will once again be packed with excitement and an incredible atmosphere for all cricket fans.
Matches To Be Played At Eden Gardens In IPL 2026
Eden Gardens will be the host of several IPL 2026 matches, with an opening match being KKR versus Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 2nd.
Full Schedule of all matches to be played at Eden Garden, Kolkata during IPL 202
April 02, 2026 (Thursday), 7:30 PM – Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
April 06, 2026 (Monday), 7:30 PM – Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings
April 09, 2026 (Thursday), 7:30 PM – Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants
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