Gautam Gambhir returned to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as a mentor and turned the fortune around. The side failed to move to the playoffs in recent seasons but the addition of Gambhir in the back office, great purchases in the auction and great execution of the game plan helped the two-time champions to dominate the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Young Fan Receives Gautam Gambhir's Autograph On Her Sketch of Kolkata Knight Riders' Mentor After Rain Washes Out RR vs KKR IPL 2024 Match in Guwahati (Watch Video).

The franchise has been in the league since 2008. With the help of star players and performers, they always remained in the championship discussions. This is the seventh time Kolkata Knight Riders have made it to the playoffs in IPL and they even went on to lift the trophy twice. Interestingly, Gautam Gambhir was at the heart of every title win for the KKR. Here is how one of the most followed franchises, Kolkata Knight Riders performed in the IPL playoffs

What is KKR's Record in IPL Playoffs?

2011 Lost in Eliminator (4th)

2012 Champions

2014 Champions

2016 Lost in eliminator (4th)

2017 Lost in Eliminator (4th)

2018 Lost in Qualifier 2 (3rd)

2021 Runners-up

KKR at IPL 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders’ Final Position on Points Table With Matches Won and Net Run Rate.

Out of seven playoff appearances, KKR advanced to the finals thrice (43%) and was eliminated early four times (57%). But the side has a 67%-win percentage in the finals which could be very encouraging for KKR fans. The side topped the points table twice in IPL (2012 and 2014) when they won the tile. With players delivering on the field and the history behind the franchise, it will interesting to watch whether KKR win the title this season.

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