List of Biggest Upsets in IPL History
Ranked list of the most shocking and memorable upsets in IPL history, where underdogs defeated strong favorites or heavy favorites suffered unexpected losses.
The IPL has delivered countless shocks where pre-match favorites were humbled by underdogs. From debutant Rajasthan Royals lifting the inaugural title in 2008 to short-lived franchises like Kochi Tuskers and Pune Warriors pulling off stunning wins, these upsets remain etched in cricket folklore...
| # | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals beat Chennai Super Kings in the IPL 2008 Final Underdogs RR win inaugural title |
| 2 | Kochi Tuskers Kerala beat Mumbai Indians Debutants stun defending runners-up |
| 3 | Pune Warriors beat Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk Warriors shock CSK on home turf |
| 4 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Chennai Super Kings (one-run thriller) RCB edge arch-rivals in dramatic fashion |
| 5 | Rising Pune Supergiant beat Mumbai Indians in the 2017 Final RPS win by 1 run in thriller |
This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 25, 2026.
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