Eden Gardens, Kolkata

Across 107 IPL matches, explore whether dew rewards chasing, how spinners exploit dry surfaces, and which franchises have turned this ground into an impenetrable fortress.

Matches Hosted1078.6% of all IPL matches
Chasing Win Rate (2nd)56.1%60 target-hunting wins
Defending Win Rate (1st)42.1%45 total-defending wins
Fortress Master57 WinsKolkata Knight Riders →

Pitch Character & Tactical Toss Advantage

Batting First (Defending Target): 42.1% (45 wins)
Batting Second (Chasing Target): 56.1% (60 wins)

🌙 Chasing Bias (Dew Factor): Teams batting second at Eden Gardens, Kolkata hold a notable advantage (56.1% win rate), primarily driven by evening dew slicking the outfield and aiding ball-striking in the second innings.

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All-Time Ground MVPAD RussellAwarded 12 Player of the Match trophies at this stadium