Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians are the most successful teams in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. But have you thought about which team could be the most unsuccessful in the IPL? The league features ten teams, including two that are just three seasons old: Lucknow Super Giants and Gujarat Titans. While Gujarat has already won one title, LSG has made it to the playoffs twice. However, there are teams that have been part of the tournament since the beginning and have not had the pleasure of winning the title.
Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auction, let’s look at the teams that have failed to make an impact in the league and are still struggling to win the title. Here are five such teams that we can consider as unsuccessful IPL franchises so far.
| Team | Period | Total Matches | Won | Lost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 2008-2024 | 252 | 112 | 134 |
| Punjab Kings | 2008-2024 | 226 | 109 | 135 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2008-2024 | 256 | 121 | 128 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 2008-2024 | 222 | 110 | 106 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2013-2024 | 183 | 86 | 91 |
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Most Unsuccessful Teams In IPL History
Delhi Capitals’ IPL journey has been challenging, with only 112 victories out of 252 matches, resulting in a win percentage of 44.44%. Punjab Kings have similarly struggled, achieving 109 wins from 226 matches, giving them a win rate of 48.23%.
Blessed with star players like Virat Kohli, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has also failed to meet expectations, with 121 wins out of 256 matches. Their overdependence on batting at the expense of a balanced bowling attack, along with struggles in high-pressure situations and frequent team changes, has prevented them from clinching a title. However, their fans are still hoping for their first title win.
Rajasthan Royals, who won the inaugural IPL season, have struggled to replicate that success since Shane Warne’s tenure, often changing captains and overly relying on international players.
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