The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are set to kick off their 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season against the formidable Mumbai Indians. This match will take place at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on March 29. Following a disappointing previous season, where KKR finished eighth, the three-time champions aim to improve their standings significantly this year.
Kolkata Knight Riders 2026 IPL Schedule
After their opener in Mumbai, KKR will host three consecutive matches at their home ground, Eden Gardens. Their first home game is scheduled against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 2. KKR has established a strong home record, which they will seek to leverage to gain early momentum this season.
Home Matches
- Date: April 2, Opponent: Sunrisers Hyderabad, Venue: Kolkata, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: April 6, Opponent: Punjab Kings, Venue: Kolkata, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: April 9, Opponent: Lucknow Super Giants, Venue: Kolkata, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: April 19, Opponent: Rajasthan Royals, Venue: Kolkata, Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Date: May 16, Opponent: Gujarat Titans, Venue: Kolkata, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: May 20, Opponent: Mumbai Indians, Venue: Kolkata, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: May 24, Opponent: Delhi Capitals, Venue: Kolkata, Time: 7:30 PM IST
Away Matches
- Date: March 29, Opponent: Mumbai Indians, Venue: Mumbai, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: April 14, Opponent: Chennai Super Kings, Venue: Chennai, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: April 17, Opponent: Gujarat Titans, Venue: Ahmedabad, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: April 26, Opponent: Lucknow Super Giants, Venue: Lucknow, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: May 3, Opponent: Sunrisers Hyderabad, Venue: Hyderabad, Time: 3:30 PM IST
- Date: May 8, Opponent: Delhi Capitals, Venue: Delhi, Time: 7:30 PM IST
- Date: May 13, Opponent: Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Venue: Raipur, Time: 7:30 PM IST
Full Schedule Summary
Here’s a quick overview of KKR’s complete schedule for the IPL 2026 season, listing all home and away games along with their timings:
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 29 | Mumbai Indians | Mumbai (Away) | 7:30 PM |
| April 2 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata (Home) | 7:30 PM |
| April 6 | Punjab Kings | Kolkata (Home) | 7:30 PM |
| April 9 | Lucknow Super Giants | Kolkata (Home) | 7:30 PM |
| April 14 | Chennai Super Kings | Chennai (Away) | 7:30 PM |
| April 17 | Gujarat Titans | Ahmedabad (Away) | 7:30 PM |
| April 19 | Rajasthan Royals | Kolkata (Home) | 3:30 PM |
| April 26 | Lucknow Super Giants | Lucknow (Away) | 7:30 PM |
| May 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Hyderabad (Away) | 3:30 PM |
| May 8 | Delhi Capitals | Delhi (Away) | 7:30 PM |
| May 13 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Raipur (Away) | 7:30 PM |
| May 16 | Gujarat Titans | Kolkata (Home) | 7:30 PM |
| May 20 | Mumbai Indians | Kolkata (Home) | 7:30 PM |
| May 24 | Delhi Capitals | Kolkata (Home) | 7:30 PM |
With this schedule, KKR hopes to reclaim their former glory and make a strong push for the championship. Fans can expect thrilling matches as the season unfolds.
