The Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders timeline has produced some of the closest finishes in IPL history, including two-run and one-run victories, a dramatic four-run result and a Super Over.
Lucknow Super Giants entered the Indian Premier League in 2022 and immediately established themselves as a competitive opponent for Kolkata Knight Riders. LSG won both matches in their debut season, including a remarkable contest in which Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul remained unbeaten throughout the innings.
KKR responded strongly in 2024, winning both encounters, but Lucknow returned to winning ways in 2025 and 2026. The rivalry’s latest chapter came in April 2026, when the teams tied their match at Ekana Cricket Stadium before Kolkata Knight Riders won the Super Over.
This article covers the complete chronological match history, IPL results, venues, head-to-head statistics and memorable moments from the rivalry.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders Head-to-Head Record
As of the end of IPL 2026, Lucknow Super Giants have the better overall record against Kolkata Knight Riders.
| Head-to-head statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Total matches | 8 |
| Lucknow Super Giants wins | 5 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders wins | 2 |
| Tied matches | 1 |
| No results | 0 |
| First meeting | May 7, 2022 |
| Latest meeting | April 26, 2026 |
The April 2026 tied match was decided by a Super Over, which KKR won. The official match outcome therefore goes to Kolkata, even though the teams finished level in their 20-over innings.
Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders Timeline: All Match Results
The following table lists all eight IPL meetings between LSG and KKR through the 2026 season.
| Date | IPL Season | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2022 | IPL 2022 | Pune | LSG won by 75 runs |
| May 18, 2022 | IPL 2022 | DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai | LSG won by 2 runs |
| May 20, 2023 | IPL 2023 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | LSG won by 1 run |
| April 14, 2024 | IPL 2024 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | KKR won by 8 wickets |
| May 5, 2024 | IPL 2024 | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | KKR won by 98 runs |
| April 8, 2025 | IPL 2025 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | LSG won by 4 runs |
| April 9, 2026 | IPL 2026 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | LSG won by 3 wickets |
| April 26, 2026 | IPL 2026 | Ekana Stadium, Lucknow | Match tied; KKR won the Super Over |
Detailed Match-by-Match Timeline
1. May 7, 2022: LSG dominate KKR in their first meeting
The first match in the Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders timeline took place during IPL 2022. Lucknow delivered a dominant performance, establishing themselves as a serious contender in their debut season.
LSG batted first and scored 176/7 in 20 overs. Kolkata’s batting lineup struggled against Lucknow’s bowling attack and was dismissed for just 101 in 14.3 overs.
Lucknow won by 75 runs, giving them a commanding start to the rivalry.
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | May 7, 2022 |
| Venue | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune |
| LSG score | 176/7 |
| KKR score | 101 all out |
| Result | LSG won by 75 runs |
This was one of the biggest victories in the early history of the fixture.
2. May 18, 2022: Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul create history
The second meeting produced one of the most extraordinary batting performances in IPL history.
Lucknow Super Giants scored 210/0 in 20 overs. Quinton de Kock smashed an unbeaten 140, while KL Rahul remained not out on 68.
Their opening partnership of 210 runs was particularly remarkable because neither batter lost their wicket.
Kolkata Knight Riders fought hard, scoring 208/8, but fell just two runs short. LSG won by two runs and completed a double over KKR in their first IPL season.
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | May 18, 2022 |
| Venue | Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai |
| LSG score | 210/0 |
| KKR score | 208/8 |
| Result | LSG won by 2 runs |
| Key performers | Quinton de Kock, KL Rahul |
This match remains one of the defining moments of the rivalry because of the unbeaten opening partnership and extremely narrow result.
3. May 20, 2023: LSG win a dramatic one-run contest
The teams met again at Eden Gardens during IPL 2023, and the match produced another close finish.
Lucknow Super Giants scored 176/8 in their 20 overs. Kolkata Knight Riders responded with 175/7, falling just one run short.
LSG secured the victory by the narrowest possible margin in a completed 20-over match.
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | May 20, 2023 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| LSG score | 176/8 |
| KKR score | 175/7 |
| Result | LSG won by 1 run |
The result continued Lucknow’s winning run against Kolkata and reinforced the reputation of this fixture for close finishes.
4. April 14, 2024: KKR finally defeat LSG
Kolkata Knight Riders finally ended their losing streak against Lucknow during IPL 2024.
LSG batted first at Eden Gardens and posted 161/7. KKR’s batting lineup responded strongly, chasing the target with a score of 162/2 in 15.4 overs.
Kolkata won by eight wickets, recording their first victory over Lucknow in the rivalry.
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | April 14, 2024 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| LSG score | 161/7 |
| KKR score | 162/2 |
| Result | KKR won by 8 wickets |
This victory marked a turning point in the rivalry, as Kolkata began to challenge Lucknow’s early dominance.
5. May 5, 2024: KKR register a massive 98-run victory
Kolkata Knight Riders produced another dominant performance in the second meeting of IPL 2024.
KKR scored 235/6 in 20 overs, putting Lucknow under considerable pressure. Sunil Narine played a major role in the innings with his aggressive batting.
LSG struggled during the chase and were dismissed for 137 in 16.1 overs.
Kolkata won by 98 runs, completing a season double against Lucknow.
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | May 5, 2024 |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| KKR score | 235/6 |
| LSG score | 137 all out |
| Result | KKR won by 98 runs |
This was the largest winning margin by runs for either team in the rivalry through IPL 2026.
6. April 8, 2025: LSG win a high-scoring thriller at Eden Gardens
The rivalry returned to its close-finish pattern during IPL 2025.
Lucknow Super Giants posted an enormous total of 238/3 in 20 overs. Kolkata Knight Riders responded with 234/7, producing a high-scoring contest at Eden Gardens.
Despite KKR’s strong chase, LSG held on to win by four runs.
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | April 8, 2025 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| LSG score | 238/3 |
| KKR score | 234/7 |
| Result | LSG won by 4 runs |
The match was another reminder that even totals above 230 were not enough to guarantee victory in this rivalry.
7. April 9, 2026: LSG defeat KKR by three wickets
Lucknow Super Giants and Kolkata Knight Riders met again at Eden Gardens in IPL 2026.
KKR scored 181/4 in 20 overs. Lucknow successfully chased the target, reaching 182/7 and winning by three wickets.
The result extended Lucknow’s advantage in the overall head-to-head record.
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | April 9, 2026 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| KKR score | 181/4 |
| LSG score | 182/7 |
| Result | LSG won by 3 wickets |
The contest once again demonstrated how competitive the rivalry had become, with Lucknow managing another successful chase against Kolkata.
8. April 26, 2026: KKR win a dramatic Super Over thriller
The latest match in the Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders timeline was one of the most dramatic encounters between the franchises.
Kolkata Knight Riders batted first and scored 155/7. Rinku Singh played a remarkable innings, finishing unbeaten on 83 off 51 balls.
Lucknow’s Mohsin Khan produced an outstanding bowling performance, taking 5 wickets for 23 runs. Despite his spell, KKR managed to reach a competitive total.
LSG’s chase also finished at 155, with the team scoring 155/8 in 20 overs. Mohammed Shami hit a last-ball six to tie the match and force a Super Over.
In the Super Over, Lucknow managed only 1 run before losing both wickets. Kolkata needed just 2 runs and Rinku Singh hit a boundary off the first delivery to seal the win.
KKR won the Super Over, with Rinku Singh named Player of the Match.
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | April 26, 2026 |
| Venue | Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow |
| KKR score | 155/7 |
| LSG score | 155/8 |
| Match result | Tie |
| Super Over result | KKR won |
| Player of the Match | Rinku Singh |
The match added a Super Over finish to a rivalry already known for one-run and two-run victories.
Season-by-Season LSG vs KKR Results
The rivalry has changed considerably across IPL seasons. Lucknow dominated the first two years, Kolkata bounced back in 2024, and LSG regained control in 2025 and 2026.
| IPL Season | Matches | LSG Wins | KKR Wins | Ties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | 2 | 1 | 0* | 1 |
| Total | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 |
*KKR won the tied 2026 match through the Super Over.
Memorable Records in the LSG vs KKR Rivalry
Highest team total
Lucknow Super Giants recorded the highest team total in this rivalry when they scored 238/3 against KKR on April 8, 2025.
Biggest victory by runs
KKR’s 98-run victory against LSG on May 5, 2024, remains the biggest winning margin by runs in the matchup. archive.
Lowest team total
Kolkata Knight Riders were dismissed for just 101 runs against LSG on May 7, 2022. Lucknow won that match by 75 runs.
Highest individual innings
Quinton de Kock’s unbeaten 140 for Lucknow Super Giants on May 18, 2022, is one of the standout batting performances in this rivalry.
Closest finishes
The rivalry has featured:
- A two-run victory for LSG in 2022
- A one-run victory for LSG in 2023
- A four-run victory for LSG in 2025
- A tied match decided by Super Over in 2026
These results have made LSG vs KKR one of the more unpredictable IPL matchups.
FAQs: Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders Timeline
1. When did LSG and KKR first play against each other?
Lucknow Super Giants and Kolkata Knight Riders first met on May 7, 2022, during IPL 2022. LSG won the match by 75 runs.
2. Who has won more matches between LSG and KKR?
Lucknow Super Giants have won five matches, while Kolkata Knight Riders have won two. One match ended in a tie, which KKR won through the Super Over.
3. What was the highest score in LSG vs KKR matches?
Lucknow Super Giants scored 238/3 against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 8, 2025. This is the highest team total in the rivalry through IPL 2026.
4. What happened in the latest LSG vs KKR match?
The latest meeting took place on April 26, 2026, at Ekana Cricket Stadium. Both teams scored 155 runs, and Kolkata Knight Riders won the Super Over.
5. What is LSG’s biggest win against KKR?
Lucknow Super Giants defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 75 runs on May 7, 2022.
6. What is KKR’s biggest win against LSG?
Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Lucknow Super Giants by 98 runs on May 5, 2024, at Ekana Cricket Stadium.
7. How many times have LSG and KKR played in IPL 2026?
The teams played twice during IPL 2026. Lucknow won the April 9 match by three wickets, while KKR won their April 26 encounter through a Super Over.
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