Published on: May 24, 2026 11:03 am IST | Updated on: May 24, 2026 11:03 am IST
We are into the final league game of the Tata IPL 2026. It’s match 70 of the competition set to be played at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata between the 3-time champions, Kolkata Knight Riders, and the 2020 finalists, Delhi Capitals. The Capitals, after Punjab’s win over Lucknow in their final league game, have been officially eliminated from the playoffs race, but the Knight Riders still remain in the hunt only if RR loses their last game against MI in the afternoon today. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 70th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), KKR vs DC, at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
The Capitals have nothing to lose, as they are already eliminated from the playoff race. Whether they win or lose, they aren’t going ahead in this tournament. However, for Kolkata, if RR loses their last game against MI, they could well be in contention for a playoff spot. They would need to topple the Delhi Capitals in this fixture by a fine margin to pip the current 4th-place holder, the Punjab Kings, on the points table in terms of net run-rate. With a lot at stake, the Knight Riders will head into this game with all guns blazing and will look to end at the 4th spot. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 70th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2026), KKR vs DC, at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
DC: 47% win chance KKR: 53% win chance
Rinku has been one of the dependable batters in KKR's outfit this season. The young left-hander has amassed 295 runs from 10 innings this season strikint at a rate close to 150. He remains a top pick in the batting order for the Knight Riders.
Aboshek will be playing at his home ground in Eden Gardens. Fresh off a fifty in the last game, he will back himself to score heavily at the ground he has played all his life.
DC's best batter for the second season in a row, Rahul will be a key figure for the side. He has scored 545 runs against this opponent in just 17 innings with 6 fifties and striking close to 140. He will be the prime bet for DC in this game.
The last time when these two sides met in the reverse fixture, Allen blasted an unbeaten 100 while chasing a modest target of 140 odd. Since then Allen scored a 90 and has been striking the ball pretty nicely. He will be the batter to watch out for at the top.
Check out our prediction for the KKR vs DC Indian Premier League 2026 match 70.
The Delhi Capitals (DC) will walk into Eden Gardens for their final game of the season with heavy hearts, reflecting on what could have been. Their campaign has been marred by dropped catches and one unforgettable moment, the infamous 1‑run incident against Gujarat Titans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. With two runs needed off the last two balls, David Miller denied Kuldeep Yadav a single, sealing DC’s fate. That solitary run could have changed the trajectory of their season, potentially keeping them alive in the playoff race.
Equally damaging was Karun Nair’s double drop off Shreyas Iyer in the Punjab Kings clash, when the skipper was in full flow chasing a mammoth 265. Those lapses proved costly, as Iyer capitalized to tilt the game away from DC. Statistically, their catch efficiency has been the worst among all teams, underlining the fielding woes that plagued their campaign.
Ultimately, it wasn’t just one moment but a season of missed opportunities. The Capitals, despite flashes of brilliance, effectively find themselves out of the playoffs, undone by their own errors at crucial junctures.
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) face a high‑stakes challenge as they take on the Delhi Capitals in their final league fixture. For KKR, the equation is simple yet demanding — they must secure victory by a fine margin to boost their net run rate and then hope that the Mumbai Indians (MI) overcome the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the latter’s last game.
Currently, the Punjab Kings occupy the fourth spot, but a strong win for KKR could see them pip Punjab on net run rate, provided RR falters against MI. The scenario leaves little room for error, making this contest a virtual knockout for the Knight Riders.
RR’s fortunes, however, hinge heavily on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose batting form has been pivotal. If he fires, RR will be difficult to stop, which adds further pressure on KKR to not only win but win convincingly.
For Kolkata, this is about keeping playoff hopes alive. A disciplined bowling effort, sharp fielding, and aggressive batting will be essential if they are to stay in contention and rely on MI to deliver the final push. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
Matches Played: 36 DC won: 15 KKR won: 20 No Result: 1
In 36 meetings between the two sides, the Knight Riders have had the upper hand in this rivalry, winning 20 games, whereas the Delhi Capitals have only managed 15 wins. One game ended without a result.
How will the two teams, i.e., the Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals, fare in the 70th match of IPL 2026? Let’s take a look.
KL Rahul (WK), Abishek Porel, Nitish Rana/Prithvi Shaw, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (C), David Miller, Madhav Tiwari, Auqib Nabi, Kuldeep Yadav/Vijay Tripurana, Mitchell Starc, Lungisani Ngidi IMPACT SUB: Ashutosh Sharma
Finn Allen, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Manish Pandey, Cameron Green, Tejasvi Dahiya (WK), Rinku Singh, Rovman Powell, Anukul Roy, Sunil Narine, Kartik Tyagi, Saurabh Dubey IMPACT SUB: Varun Chakravarthy
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 70th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 between Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
At Eden Gardens for the 70th match, conditions favor chasing under lights. The pitch offers bounce and swing early, while dew later makes batting easier. Captains winning the toss are expected to opt for bowling first, aiming to restrict the opposition and capitalize on the chasing advantage.
The online live streaming of the 70th IPL 2026 match between the Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders will take place live on the JioHotstar App. TV viewers can watch the match live on the Star Sports 1, 2, and 3 HD and non-HD channels.
The Delhi Capitals is a team that have had their success away from home. In fact, they have emerged as the best traveling side this season, having won 4 of their 6 games away from home. Yes, they were humiliated at home against KKR in the reverse fixture, but in an away game, you can never count them out. Expect DC to have a good game in Kolkata and end their yet another topsy-turvy campaign with a win. Therefore, per our prediction, Kolkata Knight Riders are expected to win IPL 2026 Match 65: KKR vs DC.
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