Eden Gardens in Kolkata is set to host a thrilling IPL 2026 match between the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) on April 2. The venue has a rich history of high-scoring matches, with recent trends favoring batters. In the previous 100 IPL matches played here, teams batting second have won 57 times, while teams batting first have secured victory 42 times. The highest individual score recorded at Eden Gardens is 112* by Rajat Patidar during a match in 2022. Notably, KKR's Finn Allen, who recently scored the fastest T20 World Cup hundred at this ground, will be looking to make an impact once again. The pitch has shifted from slow tracks to flat batting surfaces, indicating a potential for another high-scoring encounter. In the last IPL match at this venue, the Chennai Super Kings defeated KKR by two wickets, showcasing the competitive nature of games played at Eden Gardens.