Cricket’s Colosseum has stood in Kolkata since 1864, long before the IPL was even a dream. Eden Gardens has witnessed India’s greatest cricketing moments, from Laxman and Dravid’s miracle 376-run partnership against Australia in 2001 to Rohit Sharma’s world record 264 against Sri Lanka in 2014.
Then came April 18, 2008, when Brendon McCullum smashed 158 not out and announced the IPL to the world right here.
With a 68,000 capacity, three KKR title celebrations, and Sunil Narine’s 72 wickets terrorizing batters for over a decade, Eden Gardens remains the loudest and most feared home ground in IPL history.
Heavy Kolkata dew, a balanced pitch, and the deafening roar of the crowd make every match here feel like a final.
Eden Gardens Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Year Established | 1864 |
| Location | BBD Bagh, Kolkata, West Bengal |
| Capacity | 68,000 |
| Home IPL Team | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Total IPL Matches | 100 |
| First IPL Match | April 18, 2008 (KKR vs RCB, first-ever IPL match) |
| Named Ends | High Court End, Pavilion End |
| Floodlights | Yes |
Eden Gardens IPL Key Stats at a Glance
These numbers define what makes Eden Gardens one of the most balanced yet dramatic IPL venues across 100 matches.
- Total IPL Matches Hosted: 100
- Won Batting First: 42
- Won Batting Second: 56
- Chase Win Rate: 57.1%
- Average 1st Innings Score: 168.6
- Total IPL Runs Scored: 32,224 (both innings combined)
- Total IPL Wickets Taken: 1,149
- Total Sixes: 1,304 (avg 13.04 per match)
- Total Fours: 2,917
- Highest Total: 262/2 (PBKS vs KKR, 2024)
- Lowest Total: 49 all out (RCB vs KKR, 2017)
- Highest Individual Score: 112* (Rajat Patidar, RCB vs LSG, 2022)
- Best Bowling Figures: 5/19 (Sunil Narine, KKR vs PBKS, 2012)
Eden Gardens IPL Historic Records
Five records that define Eden Gardens’ extraordinary IPL identity across 100 matches and 17 seasons.
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest Total | 262/2, PBKS vs KKR, 2024 (highest successful chase in IPL history) |
| Lowest Total (IPL Record) | 49 all out, RCB vs KKR, 2017 |
| Highest First Innings Total | 261/6, KKR vs PBKS, 2024 |
| Best Individual Score | 112*, Rajat Patidar, RCB vs LSG, 2022 Eliminator |
| Best Bowling Figures | 5/19, Sunil Narine, KKR vs PBKS, 2012 |
Eden Gardens IPL Batting Records
Eden Gardens offers a balanced surface that has become increasingly batting-friendly in recent years. Punjab Kings chased down 262 here in 2024, proving that no total is safe on this ground anymore.
Top Run Scorers at Eden Gardens
Gautam Gambhir led KKR to both their first two IPL titles and his 1,407 runs at Eden Gardens make him the all-time leading scorer at this venue. His ability to anchor innings while others attacked around him set the template for how KKR approached batting at this ground for over a decade.
| # | Player | Runs | Matches | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gautam Gambhir | 1,407 | 47 | 33.50 |
| 2 | Robin Uthappa | 1,159 | 41 | 30.50 |
| 3 | Andre Russell | 960 | 44 | 32.00 |
| 4 | Manish Pandey | 856 | 36 | 28.53 |
| 5 | Nitish Rana | 780 | 38 | 23.63 |
Highest Individual Scores at Eden Gardens
Rajat Patidar’s unbeaten 112 off 54 balls in the 2022 IPL Eliminator against LSG is the highest individual score at Eden Gardens. The knock came under extreme pressure in a knockout game, making it even more remarkable. McCullum’s 158 not out from the very first IPL match in 2008 holds a special place in history as it launched the T20 revolution.
| # | Player | Score | Team | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rajat Patidar | 112* (54b) | RCB | 2022 |
| 2 | Mahela Jayawardene | 110* | KXIP | 2013 |
| 3 | Sunil Narine | 109 (56b) | KKR | 2024 |
| 4 | Rohit Sharma | 109* (60b) | MI | 2012 |
| 5 | Jonny Bairstow | 108 (48b) | PBKS | 2024 |
Most Sixes Hit at Eden Gardens
Andre Russell’s six-hitting at Eden Gardens is the stuff of IPL legend. His ability to clear boundaries that other batters cannot even reach has produced some of the most jaw-dropping moments in the tournament. Russell strikes at above 190 at this venue, the highest among batters with over 200 runs.
| # | Player | Sixes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andre Russell | 78 |
| 2 | Sunil Narine | 57 |
| 3 | Robin Uthappa | 42 |
| 4 | Chris Lynn | 38 |
| 5 | Nitish Rana | 36 |
Most Fours Hit at Eden Gardens
Gautam Gambhir’s 143 fours at Eden Gardens tell the story of an opener who built innings through placement and timing on a surface that rewards shot selection over brute force. His ability to find gaps through the offside made him the most consistent accumulator at this venue.
| # | Player | Fours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gautam Gambhir | 143 |
| 2 | Robin Uthappa | 108 |
| 3 | Shubman Gill | 82 |
| 4 | Manish Pandey | 77 |
| 5 | Suryakumar Yadav | 72 |
Eden Gardens IPL Bowling Records
Eden Gardens rewards spinners in the middle overs as the pitch slows down and grips progressively. Right-arm bowlers have taken 774 wickets at this ground compared to 269 by left-arm bowlers, confirming the surface’s preference for off-spin and leg-spin.
Top Wicket Takers at Eden Gardens
Sunil Narine’s 72 wickets at Eden Gardens are the most by any bowler at this venue in IPL history. His carrom ball, off break, and knuckle ball variations have tormented right and left handed batters equally on this surface at a miserly economy rate of 6.33.
| # | Player | Wickets | Matches | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunil Narine | 72 | 66 | 6.33 |
| 2 | Piyush Chawla | 43 | 36 | 7.85 |
| 3 | Andre Russell | 39 | 44 | 9.12 |
| 4 | Umesh Yadav | 28 | 22 | 8.45 |
| 5 | Varun Chakravarthy | 25 | 20 | 6.90 |
Best Bowling Figures at Eden Gardens
Sunil Narine’s 5/19 against Punjab Kings in 2012 remains the only five wicket haul at Eden Gardens in IPL history. That spell showcased everything that makes Narine special, variations in pace, flight, and trajectory that left batters guessing from the first ball to the last.
| # | Player | Figures | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunil Narine | 5/19 | KKR |
| 2 | Ankit Rajpoot | 5/12 | KXIP |
| 3 | Andre Russell | 4/20 | KKR |
| 4 | Umesh Yadav | 4/22 | KKR |
| 5 | Varun Chakravarthy | 4/14 | KKR |
Eden Gardens IPL Team Records
Eden Gardens has witnessed both the lowest total in IPL history and the highest successful chase ever. The contrast between RCB’s 49 all out and PBKS’ 262/2 proves that this ground can produce every possible result depending on conditions and team quality.
Highest Team Totals at Eden Gardens
Punjab Kings’ 262/2 against KKR in April 2024 is the highest successful chase in IPL history. They overhauled KKR’s 261/6 with 8 wickets in hand, making it the most runs scored in a single IPL match at Eden Gardens. Jonny Bairstow’s 108 off 48 balls powered that record breaking chase.
| # | Match | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PBKS vs KKR | 262/2 (PBKS, highest successful IPL chase) | 2024 |
| 2 | KKR vs PBKS | 261/6 (KKR) | 2024 |
| 3 | CSK vs KKR | 235/4 (CSK) | 2023 |
| 4 | KKR vs CSK | 232/2 (KKR) | 2012 |
| 5 | KKR vs SRH | 222/6 (KKR) | 2024 |
Lowest Team Totals at Eden Gardens
RCB’s 49 all out in 2017 is the lowest total in IPL history. Dismissed in just 9.4 overs, RCB’s entire batting lineup collapsed in one of the most shocking performances the tournament has ever seen. Not a single RCB batter reached double figures as KKR’s bowling attack ran through them ruthlessly.
| # | Match | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB vs KKR | 49 all out (RCB), IPL Record | 2017 |
| 2 | SRH vs KKR | 81 all out (SRH) | 2024 |
| 3 | MI vs KKR | 87 all out (MI) | 2008 |
| 4 | DC vs KKR | 98 all out (DC) | 2020 |
| 5 | PBKS vs KKR | 100 all out (PBKS) | 2019 |
KKR’s Home Record at Eden Gardens
Kolkata Knight Riders have built the most dominant home record at Eden Gardens with 53 wins in 94 matches. Mumbai Indians hold the best visiting record at this venue, winning 10 out of 14 matches (71.42%).
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played at Home | 94 |
| Matches Won | 53 |
| Matches Lost | 39 |
| No Result | 2 |
| Home Win Percentage | 58.42% |
| IPL Titles Won | 3 (2012, 2014, 2024) |
Eden Gardens IPL Fielding Records
Sunil Narine’s safe hands and sharp reflexes have made him the leading catcher at Eden Gardens. His ability to hold onto difficult chances in the inner circle has contributed to several crucial dismissals across 66 matches at this venue.
| # | Player | Catches |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunil Narine | 26 |
| 2 | Andre Russell | 23 |
| 3 | Gautam Gambhir | 21 |
| 4 | Robin Uthappa | 18 |
| 5 | Dinesh Karthik | 17 |
Eden Gardens Pitch Report For IPL 2026
Understanding how Eden Gardens behaves across different phases of a match is crucial for fantasy picks and match predictions this season.
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Nature | Balanced, progressive spin assistance |
| Pace Rating | 3/5 |
| Spin Rating | 3/5 |
| Dew Factor | High (heavy dew from April onwards) |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 168.6 |
| Sixes Per Match | 13.04 |
| Toss Impact | Chase wins 57.1% of matches |
Key conditions every fan should know:
- Pitch is made of black cotton soil, which produces more bounce and helps batters
- Heavy Kolkata dew in the evening makes chasing significantly easier from April onwards
- Spinners dominate the middle overs as the surface grips and slows down progressively
- Right-arm bowlers have taken 774 wickets compared to 269 by left-arm bowlers at this venue
- Ground has become increasingly batting-friendly since 2023, with multiple 200-plus totals
- Teams chasing have won 56 out of 98 completed matches, making field first the clear toss choice
Eden Gardens IPL 2026 Ticket Prices
Eden Gardens’ 68,000 capacity means slightly better ticket availability than smaller venues for most league matches. However, marquee clashes against MI and CSK sell out rapidly regardless.
| Category | Price (INR) |
|---|---|
| General Stand | Rs 600 onwards |
| Mid Range | Rs 1,800 |
| Premium / Pavilion | Rs 10,000 |
| VIP / Hospitality | Rs 28,000 onwards |
| Booking Platforms | BookMyShow, District by Zomato |
How to Reach Eden Gardens
Kolkata Metro to Esplanade is the definitive recommendation. The Strand Road and Esplanade area experience severe congestion from 2 hours before the match.
| Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport | Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, approx 20 km |
| Nearest Metro | Esplanade, Kolkata Metro Green Line (walking distance) |
| Nearest Railway Stations | Howrah Junction and Sealdah, within 5 to 8 km |
| Parking | Extremely limited on match days |
| Best Mode | Kolkata Metro to Esplanade, then short walk |
Upcoming IPL 2026 Matches at Eden Gardens
| # | Date | Match No. | Match | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 2, Thursday | Match 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | 7:30 PM |
| 2 | April 6, Monday | Match 12 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings | 7:30 PM |
| 3 | April 9, Thursday | Match 15 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants | 7:30 PM |
| 4 | April 19, Sunday | Match 28 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Rajasthan Royals | 3:30 PM |
| 5 | May 16, Saturday | Match 60 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Gujarat Titans | 7:30 PM |
| 6 | May 20, Wednesday | Match 65 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians | 7:30 PM |
| 7 | May 24, Sunday | Match 70 | Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals | 7:30 PM |
KKR will play 7 home matches at Eden Gardens in IPL 2026. All matches are evening fixtures except the April 19 clash against Rajasthan Royals, which is an afternoon game at 3:30 PM IST.
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Eden Gardens: Cricket’s Colosseum and KKR’s Fortress
Eden Gardens is not just KKR’s home ground. It is cricket’s answer to the Colosseum. From McCullum’s 158 that launched the IPL in 2008 to RCB’s 49 all out that shocked the world in 2017 to PBKS chasing 262 in 2024, this ground has staged the tournament’s most extreme moments.
Three IPL titles celebrated in front of 68,000 roaring Kolkata fans prove that Eden Gardens is more than just a venue. KKR’s 53 wins here at a 58.42% home win rate make this one of the toughest grounds to visit in the IPL. When the drums start, the chants rise, and 68,000 voices unite under the Kolkata night sky, there is no louder place in world cricket.
