With the Paris Olympics in full swing and cricket fans eagerly awaiting Team India’s return to action, it’s a perfect time to ponder a fun hypothetical: what if the Indian Premier League (IPL) were an Olympic sport?
Imagine the spectacle! The world’s best cricketers battling it out for Olympic gold, the drama, the passion, the sheer entertainment value – it would be nothing short of extraordinary. On that note, let’s dive into this hypothetical world where sixes and wickets are replaced by gold and silver!
CSK, MI reign supreme!
If we were to convert IPL triumphs into Olympic medals, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) would undoubtedly be the most decorated team. With a staggering 11 “medals,” including a gold medal haul that would put even the most dominant Olympic nations to shame, CSK’s dominance in the IPL would translate seamlessly to the Olympic podium. Mumbai Indians (MI), with their five IPL titles, would also be a force to reckon with.
No Gold for RCB, PBKS & DC
Despite not winning the title since 2020, MI have been the joint-highest winners, clinching the cash-rich tournament five times. However, the tale of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) would be a heart-wrenching Olympic saga. Despite consistent participation since the IPL’s inception, they’ve never managed to clinch the coveted title. In our Olympic analogy, this means no gold medals for RCB, a scenario that would undoubtedly break the hearts of their millions of fans. Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals would share a similar fate, their Olympic medal cabinets sadly empty. Of course, this is all hypothetical fun. But it does highlight the intense passion and competitiveness that the IPL brings
Medal Tally for IPL teams ft. CSK, MI & RCB
| Team | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total medals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSK | 5 | 5 | 1 | 11 |
| MI | 5 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
| KKR | 3 | 1 | 2 | 6 |
| SRH | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| RR | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| GT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| DCG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| RCB | 0 | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| DC | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| PBKS | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| RPSG | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| GL | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
