Most Embarrassing IPL Records: IPL is one of the most popular cricket leagues all over the planet and given the quality of players that take part in this competition, the aforementioned statement should not surprise the readers. With the likes of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni associating themselves with this tourney every year, IPL has quickly grown into the world’s biggest sports league.
It is worth noting that IPL was meant to be a platform where the youngsters could showcase their talent. While the tournament has served its purpose to perfection, it has also allowed the forgotten stars to make a comeback. But, there have been instances where the star players created disgraceful records. Here’s a look at the 10 Most Embarrassing IPL Records:
Royal Challengers Bangalore – 49/10
RCB’s skipper, Virat Kohli targets to have an average of 50+ whenever he enters the cricket field. But, during an IPL game against Kolkata Knight Riders, RCB was bowled out for just 49 creating the record of lowest IPL score. It is one of the most embarrassing IPL records of all time.
Ishant Sharma – 0/66 vs Chennai Super Kings
Former Sunrisers Hyderabad player, Ishant Sharma had bowled one of the worst spells of his career when his team battled CSK in IPL 2013. Sharma gave away 66 runs in his 4 overs thereby leading to SRH’s defeat.
Aaron Finch’s Economy Rate of 29
Australian T20I skipper, Aaron Finch holds the embarrassing record of having the worst economy rate in a single match. Finch once bowled an over against RCB where he leaked 29 runs and then he never came back to bowl the second over.
Pune Warriors’ 11 consecutive losses
Seeing the word consecutive losses, fans would have thought that RCB owns this record however, Pune Warriors hold this disgraceful record having lost 11 matches on a trot during their stay in the IPL. It is surely one of the most embarrassing IPL records of all time.
28 extras in an IPL innings
Deccan Chargers, who are no longer a part of the competition, make their presence felt on this list because of their disappointing bowling performance against KKR. DC gave away 28 extras in that match!
Rajasthan Royals – 14/2 in the powerplay
Usually, teams target to score 14 runs in an over of the mandatory powerplay because only two fielders are allowed outside the 30 yards circle. But, Rajasthan Royals surprised everyone by scoring just 14 runs off the first six overs in a match against RCB.
Rohit Sharma – Most Run Outs
Run Out is the worst way of losing a wicket because the batsman has to return to the pavilion not because of the bowler’s skills but because of his poor communication with his partner at the other end. Rohit Sharma holds this unwanted record.
Gautam Gambhir’s 3 consecutive ducks
While Kolkata Knight Riders won the IPL trophy in 2014, their skipper created a dismal record in that season. The left-handed opener, Gautam Gambhir failed to open his account in the first 3 matches, creating the record of most consecutive ducks in IPL history. It is one of the most embarrassing IPL records of all time and Gautam Gambhir wouldn’t want to talk about it.
Shreyas Gopal’s 2(16)
The Karnataka-based leg-spinner, Shreyas Gopal has become a star in the IPL playing for Rajasthan Royals. But, the leggie had earned an embarrassing record to his name while playing for Mumbai Indians. He had a strike rate of just 12.75 during his knock of 2 runs against Pune.
Prashanth Parameswaran’s over of 37 runs
Kochi Tuskers Kerala and Prashanth Parameswaran have been away from IPL since 2011 however, the fast bowler will always be remembered in IPL for his 37-run over in a match against RCB. Chris Gayle absolutely decimated the youngster in that match. It is one of the most embarrassing IPL records of all time.
