Top 10 Lowest Totals in IPL History: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed some unforgettable high-scoring encounters, but there have also been moments where teams struggled to put runs on the board. Whether due to lethal bowling attacks, tricky pitch conditions, or dramatic collapses, several IPL teams have registered embarrassingly low scores. Here’s a look at the top 10 lowest totals in IPL history.

1. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 49 vs KKR (2017)

Date: April 23, 2017 | Venue: Eden Gardens

• The lowest-ever IPL total belongs to RCB, who were bowled out for just 49 runs in 9.4 overs against Kolkata Knight Riders.
• The collapse came after KKR posted 131, with Nathan Coulter-Nile and Chris Woakes ripping through RCB’s batting lineup.

2. Rajasthan Royals – 58 vs RCB (2009)

Date: April 18, 2009 | Venue: Cape Town

• In the second-ever IPL season, Rajasthan Royals were skittled for 58 in 15.1 overs by RCB.
• Anil Kumble led the charge with a brilliant spell, restricting the defending champions to their lowest total.

3. Rajasthan Royals – 59 vs RCB (2023)

Date: May 14, 2023 | Venue: Jaipur

• RR once again found themselves in trouble, crumbling for 59 runs in just 10.3 overs against RCB.
• Wayne Parnell and Karn Sharma were the chief destroyers in a shocking batting collapse.

4. Delhi Daredevils – 66 vs MI (2017)

Date: May 6, 2017 | Venue: Delhi

• Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) struggled against Mumbai Indians, getting bowled out for 66 runs in 13.4 overs.
• Karn Sharma and Harbhajan Singh spun a web around the Delhi batters in a one-sided contest.

5. Delhi Daredevils – 67 vs Kings XI Punjab (2017)

Date: April 30, 2017 | Venue: Mohali

• Delhi suffered yet another humiliating batting collapse in 2017, managing just 67 runs in 17.1 overs against Punjab.
• Sandeep Sharma ripped through the lineup with a devastating spell.

6. Kolkata Knight Riders – 67 vs MI (2008)

Date: May 16, 2008 | Venue: Wankhede

• KKR’s first-ever IPL season saw them getting bowled out for just 67 runs in 15.2 overs against Mumbai Indians.
• Shaun Pollock was the star bowler, ensuring a big win for MI.

7. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 68 vs SRH (2022)

Date: April 23, 2022 | Venue: Brabourne Stadium

• RCB struggled yet again, getting bundled out for 68 runs in 16.1 overs against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
• Marco Jansen and T Natarajan delivered a crushing blow to RCB’s batting lineup.

8. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 70 vs CSK (2019)

Date: March 23, 2019 | Venue: Chennai

• RCB once again found themselves on the wrong side of history, bowled out for 70 in 17.1 overs against CSK.
• Harbhajan Singh and Imran Tahir ran riot in a dominant performance.

9. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 70 vs Rajasthan Royals (2014)

Date: April 26, 2014 | Venue: Abu Dhabi

• RCB’s struggles continued as they were dismissed for 70 in 15 overs against RR.
• Pravin Tambe’s leg-spin caused havoc as RR secured an easy win.

10. Kings XI Punjab – 73 vs Rising Pune Supergiant (2017)

Date: May 14, 2017 | Venue: Pune

• Kings XI Punjab collapsed to 73 in 15.5 overs against Rising Pune Supergiant.
• Jaydev Unadkat’s fiery spell dismantled Punjab’s batting order.

Conclusion

The IPL has provided thrilling contests over the years, but these batting collapses are a reminder that T20 cricket is not just about big scores but also about handling pressure. With bowlers getting smarter and pitches offering more assistance, low scores may continue to be a part of IPL’s history.

Can we expect more shocking collapses in IPL 2025? Stay tuned.

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