Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will start their IPL 2026 season with a match against Mumbai Indians on 29th March. KKR has won the IPL three times—in 2012, 2014, and 2024—and is known for being a strong and competitive team. With a mix of experienced players and young talent, they will aim to perform well and challenge for the trophy again.
The BCCI has announced the first phase of IPL 2026, which will be played from 28th March to 12th April.
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IPL 2026 full scheduleThe full schedule will be shared after the election dates are confirmed.
A total of 20 matches will be played in 10 cities, including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Guwahati, New Chandigarh, Lucknow, Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad.
KKR Match Dates, Timings and Venues in IPL 2026
| Match Dates | Venue | Timings |
| Mar 29 | Mumbai | Evening |
| Apr 2 | Kolkata | Evening |
| Apr 6 | Kolkata | Evening |
| Apr 9 | Kolkata | Evening |
KKR Home and Away Matches in IPL 2026
| Home Matches | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time |
| Match 1 | Apr 2 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata | Evening |
| Match 2 | Apr 6 | Punjab Kings | Kolkata | Evening |
| Match 3 | Apr 9 | Lucknow Super Giants | Kolkata | Evening |
| Away Matches | Date | Opponent | Venue | Time |
| Match 1 | Mar 29 | Mumbai Indians | Mumbai | Evening |
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