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RCB vs KKR: Raipur clash for playoff push!
13 May
Summary
- RCB sits second in IPL 2026, KKR is eighth.
- KKR won four consecutive matches before this game.
- KKR leads the head-to-head IPL record against RCB.
As of May 13, 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is in second place in the IPL standings and will play Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Raipur. KKR, in eighth place, has won their last four matches consecutively.
RCB recently achieved a tight two-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians, with Bhuvneshwar Kumar taking four wickets. Their batting faced challenges, but Krunal Pandya's 73 runs were crucial for the win.
KKR is on a winning streak, having decisively beaten Delhi Capitals by eight wickets. Finn Allen's unbeaten 100 off 47 balls was the highlight of their chase, supported by effective bowling from Anukul Roy and Kartik Tyagi.
Historically, KKR has a 20-15 lead over RCB in 36 IPL encounters. This marks their first meeting in Raipur.
