The lowest score in IPL history is RCB’s 49 against KKR in 2017. Many other teams have also had trouble reaching three-digit scores, frequently due to outstanding bowling performances. The Indian Premier League has seen many high-scoring matches that excite fans with big sixes and record totals. However, there have also been some significant batting collapses.
This article showcases the ten lowest scores in IPL history and examines each innings in detail, highlighting key moments and the bowlers who significantly contributed to these collapses.
Lowest Totals In IPL (2008-2026)
Here is a table showing the lowest IPL totals to date.
| Score | Team | Opponent | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | KKR | 23 April 2017 | Kolkata |
| 58 | Rajasthan Royals | RCB | 18 April 2009 | Cape Town |
| 59 | Rajasthan Royals | RCB | 14 May 2023 | Jaipur |
| 66 | Delhi Daredevils | MI | 06 May 2017 | Delhi |
| 67 | Delhi Daredevils | KXIP | 30 April 2017 | Mohali |
| 67 | Kolkata Knight Riders | MI | 16 May 2008 | Mumbai |
| 68 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | SRH | 23 April 2022 | Mumbai |
| 70 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | CSK | 23 March 2019 | Chennai |
| 70 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | RR | 26 April 2014 | Abu Dhabi |
| 73 | Kings XI Punjab | RPS | 14 May 2017 | Pune |
Now, let’s take a look at each match and the innings that led to these low totals.
1. 49 – RCB vs KKR (23 April 2017, Kolkata)
Royal Challengers Bangalore were bowled out for 49 runs at Eden Gardens while chasing 131 set by Kolkata Knight Riders on 23 April 2017. This is still the lowest total in IPL history.
Fast bowlers Nathan Coulter-Nile, Chris Woakes, and Colin de Grandhomme each took several wickets, shredding RCB’s batting lineup. Star players Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers fell quickly as the top order fell apart against a strong KKR bowling attack, leaving no batter with double-digit runs.
2. 58 – Rajasthan Royals vs RCB (18 April 2009, Cape Town)
In the 2009 IPL match at Newlands, Cape Town, Rajasthan Royals were dismissed for 58 while chasing Royal Challengers Bangalore’s 133. On 18 April 2009, the Royals struggled against disciplined bowling on a bowler friendly pitch. The veteran Anil Kumble was unplayable, taking a fifer (5/5).
Most Royals batters failed to get starts — Swapnil Asnodkar, Graeme Smith, and Yusuf Pathan fell cheaply, making it one of the most dominant bowling performances of the early IPL seasons from RCB.
3. 59 – Rajasthan Royals vs RCB (14 May 2023, Jaipur)
Chasing 171 runs against Royal Challengers Bangalore at Sawai Mansingh Stadium on 14 May 2023, Rajasthan Royals were bowled out for just 59. RCB’s bowlers attacked fiercely, with Wayne Parnell taking the lead and getting key players out early. Michael Bracewell and Karn Sharma also took wickets, keeping the pressure on.
Only Shimron Hetmyer put up some fight; top players like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Jos Buttler, and Sanju Samson could not score, making this one of the lowest totals in IPL history.
4. 66 – Delhi Daredevils vs MI (06 May 2017, Delhi)
At Feroz Shah Kotla on 6 May 2017, Delhi Daredevils were bowled out for 66 while chasing a large score set by Mumbai Indians. MI’s bowling attack maintained control and took early wickets, leaving Delhi’s batting weak.
Key players, including experienced ones, were dismissed for a duck. They couldn’t form partnerships and collapsed under disciplined bowling pressure in front of the home crowd.
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5. 67 – Delhi Daredevils vs KXIP (30 April 2017, Mohali)
In Mohali on 30 April 2017, Delhi Daredevils scored only 67 runs against Kings XI Punjab. The Daredevils’ batters struggled to find their rhythm as KXIP’s bowlers consistently took wickets. The seasoned bowlers limited runs and secured regular dismissals.
Delhi’s top and middle order, which included players expected to lead the innings, couldn’t contribute runs. Their inability to respond to the changing bowling tactics let KXIP take control and achieve one of the lowest chase totals in IPL history.
6. 67 – KKR vs MI (16 May 2008, Mumbai)
At Wankhede Stadium on 16 May 2008, Kolkata Knight Riders were bowled out for 67 against Mumbai Indians in the 2008 IPL. Shaun Pollock was the standout bowler, picking up 3 crucial wickets as MI’s attack exploited movement on the pitch, keeping constant pressure on KKR throughout the innings.
KKR’s batting lineup struggled to build partnerships, with several key players dismissed early. Only a brief resistance from Sourav Ganguly and tail ender Agarkar offered any fight as Mumbai comfortably chased the target, resulting in one of the lowest totals in IPL history.
7. 68 – RCB vs SRH (23 April 2022, Mumbai)
In the 36th match of IPL 2022 at Brabourne Stadium, Royal Challengers Bangalore were bowled out for 68 against Sunrisers Hyderabad while setting a target on April 23, 2022. Marco Jansen and T. Natarajan led with the ball, breaking down the RCB order early and turning the match in Hyderabad’s favor.
RCB’s main batters couldn’t form partnerships against steady bowling. SRH chased the total easily, starting strong to finish off one of the lowest scores of the season.
8. 70 – RCB vs CSK (23 March 2019, Chennai)
At MA Chidambaram Stadium on 23 March 2019, Royal Challengers Bangalore were bowled out for 70 by Chennai Super Kings in a low-scoring match. Deepak Chahar led CSK’s bowling with tight, consistent lines that pressured the RCB lineup, regularly taking wickets.
Even with experienced players, RCB’s batters found it hard to cope with disciplined bowling and struggled to build partnerships. CSK kept control throughout, turning the match into one of the lowest totals that IPL season.
9. 70 – RCB vs RR (26 April 2014, Abu Dhabi)
In an IPL 2014 match at Sheikh Zayed Stadium on 26 April, Royal Challengers Bangalore managed to score only 70 runs against Rajasthan Royals. Pravin Tambe was the top bowler for RR, taking several wickets and stifling RCB’s batting with precise bowling.
Many RCB batters had a hard time sticking around, and partnerships failed to develop. RR chased down the target easily, and Tambe’s performance was crucial in keeping the score low.
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10. 73 – Kings XI Punjab vs RPS (14 May 2017, Pune)
On 14 May 2017, at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Kings XI Punjab scored only 73 runs against Rising Pune Supergiant in IPL 2017. Shardul Thakur was the star bowler, taking 3 wickets. Dan Christian and Jaydev Unadkat also played well, applying pressure on Punjab.
Punjab’s batters struggled against Pune’s well-rounded bowling attack. Only a few small contributions raised the score slightly. RPS easily chased down the target with strong early momentum.
