IPL 2026, KKR VS DC: Stadium Details, Pitch Report, Stats, Hourly Weather Report & Where to Watch
The IPL 2026 Match 70 between Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals will be played on May 24 at 7:30 PM IST at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. The pitch in Kolkata is generally good for batting, with short boundaries helping batters score quickly. Spinners may also get some assistance in the middle overs as the surface slows down later in the match.
Teams could prefer to bowl first because dew is expected in the second innings, making it easier for batters to chase targets under lights. Fans can expect a high-scoring contest if the top-order batters settle early. The weather is likely to remain clear during the match, with warm conditions expected throughout the evening. Fans can watch the game live on Star Sports Network and stream it on JioHotstar.
Stadium Details
| About | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1864 |
| Capacity | 66,000 |
| End Names | High Court End, Pavilion End |
| Flood Lights | Yes |
| Pitch | Grass |
| Curator | Probir Mukherjee |
Pitch Report - Eden Gardens, Kolkata
den Gardens, Kolkata pitch is good for batting, and dew in the second innings can help batters more. Fast bowlers may get some help with the new ball early in the match. Teams winning the toss may prefer to bowl first.
| Venue Stats | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches | 108 |
| Win Bat First | 42% |
| Win Bowl First | 56% |
| Avg 1st Inns | 168 |
| Avg 2nd Inns | 154 |
| Highest Total | 262/2 by Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Lowest Total | 70 by Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings |
| Highest Chased | 262/2 by Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Lowest Defended | 103/6 by Rising Pune Supergiant vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
Eden Gardens, Kolkata - Hourly Weather Report
| Time | Temp | RealFeel® | Condition | Rain | Wind | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 AM | 30°C | 38°C | Clear | 0% | S 19 km/h | 90% |
| 1 AM | 30°C | 38°C | Mostly clear | 0% | S 17 km/h | 90% |
| 2 AM | 30°C | 38°C | Partly cloudy | 0% | S 17 km/h | 90% |
| 3 AM | 29°C | 37°C | Partly cloudy | 0% | S 17 km/h | 91% |
| 4 AM | 29°C | 37°C | Partly cloudy | 0% | S 17 km/h | 91% |
| 5 AM | 29°C | 36°C | Mostly sunny | 0% | S 17 km/h | — |
| 6 AM | 29°C | 37°C | Mostly sunny | 0% | S 17 km/h | — |
| 7 AM | 30°C | 39°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | S 17 km/h | — |
| 8 AM | 32°C | 41°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | S 20 km/h | — |
| 9 AM | 33°C | 42°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | S 20 km/h | — |
| 10 AM | 34°C | 44°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | SSW 22 km/h | — |
| 11 AM | 35°C | 45°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | SSW 24 km/h | — |
| 12 PM | 36°C | 46°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | SSW 24 km/h | — |
| 1 PM | 37°C | 46°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | SSW 24 km/h | — |
| 2 PM | 36°C | 45°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | SSW 22 km/h | — |
| 3 PM | 36°C | 44°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | SSW 22 km/h | — |
| 4 PM | 35°C | 43°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | SSW 22 km/h | — |
| 5 PM | 34°C | 42°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | S 22 km/h | — |
| 6 PM | 33°C | 40°C | Hazy sunshine | 0% | S 20 km/h | — |
| 7 PM | 32°C | 39°C | Clear | 0% | S 20 km/h | 76% |
| 8 PM | 32°C | 39°C | Clear | 0% | S 20 km/h | 80% |
| 9 PM | 31°C | 39°C | Clear | 0% | S 20 km/h | 84% |
| 10 PM | 30°C | 38°C | Clear | 0% | S 20 km/h | 86% |
| 11 PM | 30°C | 38°C | Clear | 0% | S 19 km/h | 86% |
Where to Watch IPL 2026?
| Country / Region | TV Broadcaster(s) | Live Streaming Platform(s) |
|---|---|---|
| India | JioStar Network Channels | JioHotstar |
| Pakistan | A Sports, Ten Sports | Tapmad, Tamasha App |
| United Kingdom | Sky Sports Cricket | Sky Go, NOW TV |
| United States | Willow TV | Willow TV App |
| Canada | ATN Cricket Plus | ATN Online |
| Australia | Fox Sports, Channel 7 | Kayo Sports |
| New Zealand | Sky Sport NZ | Sky Sport Now |
| Middle East & North Africa (MENA) | beIN Sports | beIN CONNECT |
| Caribbean | SportsMax | SportsMax App |
| South Africa | SuperSport | DStv App |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV (GTV) | Rabbithole App |
| Sri Lanka | SLRC Channel Eye | Dialog TV Go |
| Nepal & Bhutan | JioStar Network Channels | JioHotstar |