KKR vs RCB: Ahead of the match against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) launched the homecoming campaign with the call out “Bari Phirchi Ebar, Ami KKR” (We are coming back home, we are KKR). KKR are leaving no stone untoward to welcome Nitish Rana & Co in grand style. KKR will play at the Eden Gardens after three years, and the City of Joy has turned purple to celebrate the momentous occasions. As a part of the campaign, the iconic structures of Kolkata have been illuminated in the team’s signature color, purple. Follow IPL 2023 Live Updates with InsideSport.IN.
The front facade of Eden Gardens and the inside of the stadium will be lit up with purple lights, making it an unforgettable experience for the fans. The majestic Howrah Bridge, one of the city’s iconic landmarks, and Park Street, the food and entertainment hub of the city, has turned purple with activations across the length and breadth of it.
KKR vs RCB: Kolkata turns Purple to support Nitish Rana & Co take on RCB
KKR are coming off a close loss against PBKS and will be eyeing to make their homecoming at Eden Gardens a special one. Even on a weekday could not stop fans from turning out in huge numbers to support the Nitish Rana & Co take on RCB. The tickets for the match are sold out, with fans turning in purple to support their team. Speaking about RCB, they are coming off a thumping eight-wicket over Mumbai Indians.
Skipper Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli scored blazing half-centuries and chased down 171 without breaking any sweat. KKR and RCB have squared off each other 10 times at Eden Gardens, with KKR winning six games, and RCB winning four. Overall the teams have clashed 30 times in IPL, with KKR marginally ahead by winning 16 games as opposed to RCB’s 14 victories.
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