Lowest Team Scores in IPL History (2008 - 2023)

The Indian Premier League is a T20 cricket tournament known for its short and intense games. Blistering batting and high totals are common in IPL and excite viewers the most. And players give their best to provide fans with entertainment of the highest order. As such, strategy and caution take a backseat to aggression.

Most players enter and begin hammering boundaries without feeling out the pitch or warming up. This often results in huge totals that should probably be in the 50-over ODI matches. However, in the 20-over IPL, time is of the essence, and batsmen do their best to register a big score. Unfortunately, this approach can be detrimental as well, and reckless playing can result in losing wickets early.

There have been times when strong teams, consisting of World Cup-winning players, have been routed for two-digit totals. Cricket is an unpredictable sport, and IPL, more so. Check here the list of the lowest team scores in the history of IPL from 2008 to 2023.

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Rajasthan Royals' team total of 59 yesterday was the third-lowest score in IPL history.

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— Wisden (@WisdenCricket) May 15, 2023

Lowest IPL Team Scores (2008 - 2023)

• The record for the lowest IPL totals goes to the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Coincidentally, they also hold the record for the highest IPL score. RCB were bowled for 49 runs in just 9.4 overs by Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2017. RCB features six times in the list of top 25 teams with the lowest-ever scores in IPL history.
• Rajasthan Royals is next with a 58-run total in 15.1 overs, playing against RCB of all teams. No wonder RCB is often called the strongest and the weakest team of IPL.
• Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore's clash in IPL 2023 again resulted in a dismal score from RR's side. In match 60, RCB restricted RR to 59 runs in 10.3 overs while chasing a target of 172. This was the game that helped oust RR from the playoff by reducing their net RR.
• Delhi Daredevils occupies the fourth and fifth positions, having been bowled out for 66 and 67 runs respectively, both in the 2017 IPL.

You can view the full list of the lowest IPL team totals below.

The lowest team scores in the history of IPL represent a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of the sport and the challenges that teams can face in the fast-paced world of T20 cricket. Throughout the years, there have been instances where teams have found themselves on the receiving end of a relentless bowling attack or have encountered an unfortunate collapse, resulting in a remarkably low team score.

While the IPL is renowned for its high-scoring encounters and explosive batting displays, these rare occurrences of low team scores add an element of intrigue and unpredictability to the tournament. They serve as a humbling reminder that even the most formidable teams can falter under pressure or face exceptional performances from their opponents.

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