Look at the top 5 franchises with most number of losses in IPL, the first team is…

Have a look at the top 5 teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with the most number of losses in history. The list includes some big franchise names on the list.

1. Delhi Capitals

The first on the list is the franchise with zero IPL titles. Delhi Capitals have been in the tournament from the inaugural season (2008). They have played a total of 266 matches and won 118 and lost 140. It means they are the team with most losses in the Indian Premier League.

2. Punjab Kings

The next up on the list is Preity Zinta’s Punjab Kings. They have also been in the tournament since the inaugural season (2008). They have played 263 matches and won 119 and lost 139. Punjab are the runner-ups of the last IPL session but still failed to win their maiden title.

3. Royal Challengers Bengaluru

The third team on the list is the winners of last year’s IPL edition and one of the most famous franchises, Royal Challengers Bengaluru. RCB has played 271 matches and won 132 and lost 132. However, the franchise won their maiden title in 2025 as they beat Punjab Kings in the final.

4. Kolkata Knight Riders

The next up on the list is Shah Rukh Khan’s Kolkata Knight Riders. Kolkata has won three seasons of the IPL (2012, 2014, 2024). However, the franchise has also lost a good number of matches as they played 265 and won 135 and got defeated in 124. The team has also made some big changes on the retention day as they released their star player, Andre Russell.

5. Mumbai Indians

The last who has lost the most number of matches is Nita Ambani’s Mumbai Indians. Mumbai has played 277 games, which is the most by any franchise, they have won 151 and lost 122. The team has the most number of IPL trophies as they have lifted 5 IPL titles.