The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) are set to face the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 70th match of IPL 2026 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. As three-time champions, KKR is fighting to stay alive in the playoffs race, needing to win this match and hoping for favorable results from other games, particularly from the Mumbai Indians against the Rajasthan Royals at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. If successful, KKR could secure a spot in the Eliminator match against Sunrisers Hyderabad scheduled for May 27. KKR previously defeated DC earlier in the tournament and is looking to replicate that success in front of their home crowd. Key players for KKR include captain Ajinkya Rahane, Finn Allen, and Sunil Narine, although they will be without young wicketkeeper-batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi due to injury. On the other hand, the Delhi Capitals, captained by Axar Patel, are already out of playoff contention but are determined to conclude their season with a victory. The match promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams have much to play for, albeit with different stakes.