Team Lost Most Matches in IPL History

Since its inaugural edition in 2008, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has become synonymous with thrilling cricket and high-profile clashes. Over the years, many teams have showcased their talent, but some have also faced their fair share of defeats. Let’s find out which team lost the most matches in IPL history.

Team	Matches	Lost	Winning %
Delhi Capitals	238	127	44.11
Punjab Kings	232	124	44.82
Royal Challengers Bangalore	241	120	47.30
Kolkata Knight Riders	237	114	50.21
Mumbai Indians	247	105	55.87
Rajasthan Royals	206	100	49.02
Chennai Super Kings	225	91	58.22
Sunrisers Hyderabad	166	84	46.98
Lucknow Supergiants	30	12	56.66
Gujarat Titans	33	10	69.69

Delhi Capitals

Leading the list is Delhi Capitals, who have endured 127 losses out of 238 matches in the IPL. Despite their consistent performances, Delhi Capitals have yet to lift the IPL trophy. They have reached the playoffs only four times in their history, highlighting their struggle to convert potential into victories.

Punjab Kings

Following closely behind is Punjab Kings, with 124 losses out of 232 matches. Punjab Kings have had a history of frequent captaincy changes and a lack of stability, reflecting in their win percentage of 44.82, the second-lowest in IPL history. Despite possessing talented players, Punjab Kings have struggled to find a winning formula, with only one playoff appearance in 2008.

Royal Challengers Bangalore

Royal Challengers Bangalore, led by Faf Du Plessis, have faced the third-most losses in IPL history, with 120 losses in 241 matches. Despite boasting star players like AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli, RCB has failed to clinch the IPL title. They have reached the playoffs eight times but have often faltered in the knockout stages, disappointing their loyal fan base.

Kolkata Knight Riders

Kolkata Knight Riders, co-owned by Bollywood star Shahrukh Khan, have suffered 114 losses out of 237 matches. They have the fourth most losses in IPL history. Despite winning the IPL twice under Gautam Gambhir‘s captaincy, KKR has struggled to maintain consistency in recent years. Since 2014, Kolkata Knight Riders have failed to add another title to their name, highlighting their inconsistency.

Mumbai Indians

Rounding off the top five is Mumbai Indians, the most successful team in IPL history with five titles. Despite their success, Mumbai Indians have also faced 105 losses in 247 matches. Led by Rohit Sharma, Mumbai Indians have built a formidable team over the years, with players like Pollard, Bumrah, Pandya, and Malinga playing pivotal roles in their success.

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