The Indian Premier League (IPL) has already kicked off its 17th edition in 2024. As of now, this cash-rich league has seen seven different teams conquer the IPL trophy (including the now-defunct Deccan Chargers). However, there are a few IPL teams that haven’t tasted success even after playing in all 17 editions to date. Let’s find out how many teams have never won an IPL trophy and know the reasons behind their lack of success.
How many teams have never won an IPL trophy
RCB
The phrase ‘Always a bridesmaid, never a bride’ suits the RCB camp well.
16 seasons, star-studded team, players like Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, Glenn Maxwell, and earlier, AB de Villiers. But surprisingly, not a single trophy in their cabinet.
There is an old saying in cricket that batters win games, but bowlers win tournaments.
Unfortunately, RCB has consistently failed to invest in quality bowlers, a weakness that has cost them in almost every season.
RCB overall Stats (2008-23)
| Matches | Totals Wins | Total Loss | Playoff qualification year |
| 227 | 119 | 112 | 2010,2011,2015, 2016,2021,2022 |
Delhi Capitals
Speaking about the Delhi Capitals, formerly known as Delhi Daredevils, this team has witnessed a consistent decline in their performances over the years.
Despite having a star-studded team like RCB, unfortunately, the team has always failed to impress DC fans. It will be interesting to see how Delhi franchise turns around in this ongoing IPL 2024 season.
DC Stats (2008-23)
| Matches | Totals Wins | Total Loss | Playoff qualification year |
| 227 | 119 | 112 | 2008,2009,2012, 2019,2020,2021 |
Punjab Kings
In all 16 seasons that the Punjab Kings played, they made the same mistake every year, relying heavily on foreign players.
Successful teams like CSK and Mumbai Indians always have an amazing Indian core strength, which Punjab lacks. This is the major issue that Punjab needs to figure out if they want to succeed in future seasons.
PBKS Stats (2008-23)
| Matches | Totals Wins | Total Loss | Playoff qualification year |
| 236 | 104 | 125 | 2008,2014 |
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IPL Winners & Runners up List (2008-2023)
| Year | Champions | Runners up |
| 2023 | Chennai Super Kings | Gujarat Titans |
| 2022 | Gujarat Titans | Rajasthan Royals |
| 2021 | Chennai Super Kings | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| 2020 | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals |
| 2019 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2018 | Chennai Super Kings | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| 2017 | Mumbai Indians | Rising Pune Supergiants |
| 2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2015 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Kings XI Punjab |
| 2013 | Mumbai Indians | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2011 | Chennai Super Kings | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2010 | Chennai Super Kings | Mumbai Indians |
| 2009 | Deccan Chargers(De-Funct) | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2008 | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings |
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