The Indian Premier League (IPL) is known for its high-scoring thrillers, but it also holds records for some incredibly low scores. These moments of batting collapses provide a glimpse into the unpredictable nature of cricket. From dramatic batting failures to impressive bowling performances, Take a look at the Top 10 Lowest Scores in IPL History.
List of Lowest Scores in IPL History
10. Kings XI Punjab – 73 Runs | IPL 2017
In a match against Rising Pune Supergiant on May 14, 2017, Kings XI Punjab were bowled out for a meager total of 73 runs in 15.5 overs. This match marked one of the lowest scores in IPL history. Despite a solid bowling performance from Rising Pune, the collapse of Punjab’s batting lineup resulted in a crushing defeat.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenn Maxwell | 20 | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Manan Vohra | 9 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| Wriddhiman Saha | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
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9. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 70 Runs | IPL 2019
In IPL 2019, RCB were bowled out for 70 runs in 17.1 overs against Chennai Super Kings. The Royal Challengers’ batting line-up struggled against CSK’s bowlers, and the match ended in a 60-run defeat for RCB.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 12 | 16 | 2 | 0 |
| AB de Villiers | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Marcus Stoinis | 6 | 14 | 0 | 0 |
8. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 70 Runs | IPL 2014
On April 26, 2014, RCB suffered a humiliating defeat when they were bowled out for 70 runs in 15 overs against Rajasthan Royals. Rajasthan’s bowlers dominated the RCB batsmen, and the match ended with a 39-run victory for Rajasthan.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuvraj Singh | 11 | 21 | 1 | 0 |
| AB de Villiers | 7 | 16 | 1 | 0 |
| Chris Gayle | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
7. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 68 Runs | IPL 2022
In April 2022, RCB were restricted to 68 runs in 16.1 overs against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Despite their best efforts, RCB couldn’t recover from the early wickets, with the match ending in a comprehensive 72-run defeat.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Dinesh Karthik | 7 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
6. Kolkata Knight Riders – 67 Runs | IPL 2008
In the opening season of IPL 2008, Kolkata Knight Riders were bowled out for just 67 runs in 15.2 overs against Mumbai Indians. The collapse was spearheaded by Mumbai’s bowlers, with KKR unable to recover. Mumbai easily chased down the target in just 7.2 overs, securing a dominant victory.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Gayle | 7 | 9 | 1 | 0 |
| Brendon McCullum | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| David Hussey | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
5. Delhi Daredevils – 67 Runs | IPL 2017
On April 30, 2017, Delhi Daredevils were bowled out for 67 runs in 17.1 overs against Kings XI Punjab. Kings XI dominated with the ball, as Delhi crumbled under pressure, setting a target that was easily chased down by Punjab.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rishabh Pant | 7 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| Sanju Samson | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Corey Anderson | 10 | 18 | 0 | 0 |
4. Delhi Daredevils – 66 Runs | IPL 2017
In the same IPL season, Delhi Daredevils were bowled out for a pitiful 66 runs in 13.4 overs by Mumbai Indians. Despite Mumbai’s powerful batting performance, it was their bowlers who sealed the game with ease, leaving Delhi helpless.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Morris | 7 | 12 | 1 | 0 |
| Shreyas Iyer | 10 | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| Sanju Samson | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
3. Rajasthan Royals – 59 Runs | IPL 2023
On May 14, 2023, Rajasthan Royals were bowled out for 59 runs against Royal Challengers Bangalore, marking one of the lowest scores in IPL history. Only Joe Root reached double figures as Rajasthan struggled against RCB’s bowlers. This shocking collapse highlights how quickly a team can fall to the lowest scores in IPL.
Rajasthan Royals’ 59 runs remain one of the lowest scores in IPL, a result of poor batting and disciplined bowling by RCB.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Root | 10 | 15 | 2 | 0 |
| Shimron Hetmyer | 35 | 24 | 3 | 1 |
| Riyan Parag | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
2. Rajasthan Royals – 58 Runs | IPL 2009
On April 18, 2009, Rajasthan Royals collapsed to just 58 runs in 15.1 overs against Royal Challengers Bangalore, one of the lowest scores in IPL history. Anil Kumble’s fifer destroyed Rajasthan’s batting, with only two players reaching double digits. This match remains a reminder of the fragility of T20 cricket and is often listed among the lowest scores in IPL.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yusuf Pathan | 11 | 14 | 2 | 0 |
| Tyron Henderson | 11 | 18 | 1 | 0 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
1. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 49 Runs | IPL 2017
On April 23, 2017, Royal Challengers Bangalore recorded the lowest scores in IPL history, managing just 49 runs in 9.4 overs against Kolkata Knight Riders. The match became infamous when KKR’s bowlers, Nathan Coulter-Nile and Chris Woakes, bowled superbly, leaving RCB in a helpless position. With such a low target, Kolkata Knight Riders chased it down effortlessly in just 5.2 overs, finishing with all ten wickets intact. This remains one of the most notable lowest scores in IPL to date.
| Player | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| AB de Villiers | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Shane Watson | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
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