The Top 5 IPL Matches with the Most Extra Runs Given Away

The Top 5 IPL Matches with the Most Extra Runs Given Away

New Delhi, March 22: In cricket, runs are not only scored by batsmen but can also be given away due to bowlers’ mistakes. Here’s a look at five IPL matches where teams surrendered the most extra runs.

Deccan Chargers (28 runs): On April 20, 2008, the Deccan Chargers faced Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and were bowled out for just 110 runs in 18.4 overs. During KKR’s innings, the Chargers conceded 15 wides, 8 leg byes, 4 byes, and 1 no-ball. KKR won the match with 5 wickets in hand, finishing in just 19 overs.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (27 runs): This match took place in Dharamshala on May 17, 2011, where Kings XI Punjab scored 232 runs for the loss of just 2 wickets. RCB gave away a total of 27 extra runs (14 leg byes, 7 byes, 4 wides, and 2 no-balls). In response, RCB could only manage 121 runs in 17 overs, losing the match by 111 runs.

Mumbai Indians (26 runs): In a match played on May 16, 2009, Mumbai Indians batted first, scoring 147 runs for 5 wickets. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) chased down the target in 19.1 overs. Mumbai conceded 26 extra runs (16 leg byes and 10 wides), resulting in a 7-wicket loss.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (26 runs): On May 17, 2008, Rajasthan Royals scored 197 runs for the loss of just 1 wicket in Jaipur. RCB gave away 26 extra runs (18 wides, 6 leg byes, 1 bye, and 1 no-ball). RCB managed only 132 runs in their 20 overs, losing the match by 65 runs.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (26 runs): This match occurred on May 16, 2015, in Mumbai, where Rajasthan Royals set a target of 199 runs after losing 6 wickets. RCB could only score 190 runs for 9 wickets. Despite conceding 26 extra runs (18 wides, 5 no-balls, and 3 leg byes), RCB managed to win the match by 9 runs.

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