Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) share a competitive history in the IPL, having played 28 matches against each other. KKR have been dominant in this rivalry, winning 18 times compared to SRH's nine victories, with one game ending in a tie. KKR, one of the league’s original teams since 2008, are among the most successful franchises, having lifted the IPL trophy three times. They were the best team in the 2024 league stage, finishing at the top of the standings with nine wins and two no results. Under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, they went on to win the title, but with Iyer now at Punjab Kings, KKR will need a new leader for their title defense. On the other hand, SRH, who joined the IPL in 2013 and won their first title in 2016, had an excellent 2024 season under Australian captain Pat Cummins. They finished second in the league stage and reached the final, only to fall short against KKR. As the 2025 season approaches, KKR will look to retain their crown, while SRH will be determined to go one step further and claim their second IPL title.