The 60th match of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) saw a game interrupted by rain between the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and the Mumbai Indians (MI) at the iconic Eden Gardens. Playing in front of their home crowd, the Knight Riders rose to the challenge and secured a significant victory, winning by an 18-run margin. This win not only thrilled their devoted fans but also cemented their place in cricket history by becoming one of the most successful teams at a single venue.
Here’s the list of 5 most wins for a team at a venue in the Indian Premier League history:
5. Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Sawai Mansingh Stadium
The Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur means a lot to the Rajasthan Royals cricket team. It’s not just a place to play cricket; it represents their strength and determination. They’ve won 37 games there, turning it into a really exciting place where every match is full of ups and downs. They’ve had some surprising wins and thrilling games, showing that anything can happen in the Indian Premier League. Fans and experts love watching them play because they never give up, no matter what.
4. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
At the cricket stadium in Bengaluru, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team has played really well, making fans really happy with their bold style of cricket. They’ve won 42 games there, showing off their powerful hitting and making exciting comebacks. The fans, called the ’12th Man’, always cheer them on loudly. People chant “RCB! RCB!” as the players, led by Faf du Plessis, keep impressing new cricket fans with their great performances at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
3. Mumbai Indians (MI) at Mumbai Wankhede Stadium
The Mumbai Indians love playing at the Wankhede Stadium. They’ve won there 52 times! It’s like their special place, where they show off their best cricket skills. When they play there, it’s hard for other teams because the Mumbai Indians play so well. They’re great at both batting and bowling, making their games really exciting to watch.
2. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at M. A. Chidambaram Stadium
The cricket stadium in Chennai has seen lots of great moments for the Chennai Super Kings team. They’ve won 50 games there. The team is known for being smart in their game plan, having lots of fans who cheer them on, and never giving up, even when things are tough. The fans chant “Whistle Podu” which means “Blow the whistle” to support them. The team’s reputation at the stadium keeps getting better every year.
1. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens
KKR keeps winning a lot at their home stadium, Eden Gardens. They’ve won 52 times there, which is really impressive. Their fans love them and always cheer them on. When you see all the fans in purple and gold at Eden Gardens, it makes KKR fans proud. They’re still the best team when they play at home.