Royal Challengers Bangalore Lowest Team Score

In the history of Indian Premier League (IPL), there have been instances where the teams have struggled to perform, leading to the lowest team scores. Among the many teams, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) holds the record for the lowest team score in IPL history. In this article, we will explore the details of this record, analyzing the contributing factors and potential solutions for RCB to improve their performance.

Royal Challengers Bangalore’s Lowest Team Score in IPL

RCB’s lowest team score in IPL is 49 runs, which occurred during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on April 23, 2017. This score is the lowest ever recorded in the history of IPL.

The match was held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, where KKR won the toss and chose to bowl first. RCB struggled to perform right from the start, losing their first wicket in the first over. The following overs saw a string of wickets falling in quick succession, leading to a total score of 49 runs in just 9.4 overs.

Apart from this match, RCB has had several instances where their team score has been very low. Here are the 10 matches where RCB had the lowest team score in IPL:

The table above shows the score, against team, ground, date, and result with wins by runs for each of the 10 matches where RCB had the lowest team score in IPL. These matches highlight the team’s poor performance and the need to work on improving their skills and performance in various areas, such as batting, bowling, and fielding.

March 1: Against Kolkata Knight Riders

On 23-Apr-17, in a match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, Royal Challengers Bangalore were bundled out for a paltry total of 49, which is the lowest team score in IPL history. RCB’s top seven batsmen failed to score in double digits, with Kedar Jadhav’s 9 being the highest individual score. Kolkata Knight Riders chased down the target of 132 in just 15.1 overs and won the match by 82 runs.

Match 2: Against Sunrisers Hyderabad:

On 23-Apr-22, in a match against Sunrisers Hyderebad at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, Royal Challengers Bangalore were skittled out for 70, their second-lowest total in IPL. RCB’s batting order crumbled under pressure, with no batsman crossing the 20-run mark. Sunrisers Hyderebad chased down the target in 13.5 overs and won the match by 7 wickets.

Match 3: Against Chennai Super Kings

On 23-Mar-19, in a match against Chennai Super Kings at MA Chidambaram Cricket Stadium, Chennai, Royal Challengers Bangalore were bowled out for 82, their third-lowest total in IPL. KKR’s bowlers were all over the RCB batsmen, with Lockie Ferguson taking 3 wickets for just 7 runs. KKR chased down the target of 85 in just 13.2 overs and won the match by 8 wickets.

Match 4: Against Rajasthan Royals

On 26-Apr-14, in a match against Rajasthan Royals at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, Royal Challengers Bangalore were restricted to a score of 87, their fourth-lowest total in IPL. Only three RCB batsmen were able to cross the double-digit mark, with Rahul Dravid being the top scorer with 31 runs. Chennai Super Kings chased down the target in 17.2 overs and won the match by 6 wickets.

Match 5: Against Kolkata Knight Riders

On 18-Apr-08, in a match against Kolkata Knight Riders at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, Royal Challengers Bangalore could only manage a total of 92, their fifth-lowest total in IPL. RCB’s batting order was completely dismantled by the Punjab Kings’ bowlers, with Sandeep Sharma and Axar Patel taking 3 wickets each. Punjab Kings chased down the target in 14.4 overs and won the match by 140 runs.

Match 6: Against Chennai Super Kings

On 20-Apr-09, in a match against Chennai Super Kings at St George’s Park, Port Elizabeth, Royal Challengers Bangalore were dismissed for a score of 96, their sixth-lowest total in IPL. Only Kedar Jadhav and Pawan Negi managed to cross the 10-run mark. Mumbai Indians chased down the target in just 14.3 overs and won the match by 92 runs.

Match 7: Against Kolkata Knight Riders

On 20-Spt-21, in a match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, Royal Challengers Bangalore could only muster a total of 109, their seventh-lowest total in IPL. RCB’s top order batsmen failed to get going, with only Virat Kohli and Moeen Ali scoring more than 20 runs. Kolkata Knight Riders chased down the target in 19.1 overs and won the match by 9 wickets.

Match 8: Against Rising Pune Supergiant

On 29-Apr-19, in a match against Rising Pune Supergiant at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, Hyderabad, Royal Challengers Bangalore were bowled out for a total of 172, which was their eighth-lowest total in IPL. The batting order collapsed in the middle overs, with three of their top four batsmen departing without making significant contributions. Rising Pune Supergiant won the match by 61 runs, leaving Royal Challengers Bangalore to rue missed opportunities with the bat.

Match 9: Against Rajasthan Royals

On 07-May-09, in a match against Rajasthan Royals at Centurion Park Cricket Ground, Centurion, Royal Challengers Bangalore were dismissed for a score of 167, which was their ninth-lowest total in IPL. Despite a half-century from captain Virat Kohli, RCB’s lower order collapsed, with the last six wickets falling for just 27 runs. Mumbai Indians chased down the target in 18.4 overs and won the match by 7 wickets.

Match 10: Against Punjab Kings

On 30-Apr-19, in a match against Punjab Kings at Punjab at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, Royal Challengers Bangalore could only manage a total of 109, their tenth-lowest total in IPL. Only AB de Villiers and Marcus Stoinis managed to cross the 20-run mark, while the rest of the batting order crumbled under pressure. Kings XI Punjab chased down the target in just 13.5 overs and won the match by 97 runs.

Overall, these matches highlight the fragility of the Royal Challengers Bangalore batting order, especially under pressure. The team will need to address their batting woes if they hope to put up competitive scores in the upcoming IPL seasons.