Lowest Totals Defended in IPL History

Some of the biggest wins in IPL have come while defending the smallest totals.

Jatin Sharma Updated: April 16, 2025 schedule 2 min read

In IPL, we often see teams scoring more than 200 runs. But sometimes, the real drama comes when a team defends a very small total. These matches bring surprise, pressure, and thrill, making them unforgettable.

Punjab Kings recently added their name to this list by defending just 111 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders. Let’s look at the top five lowest totals defended in IPL history:

5) 119/8 – Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Pune Warriors (2013)

Venue: Pune | Date: April 17, 2013

SRH scored 119/8 in their 20 overs. The match looked easy for Pune at first, but SRH bowlers turned the game. Amit Mishra took 4 wickets for 19 runs, including a hat-trick in the 19th over. Pune lost 5 wickets for just 7 runs and were all out for 108. SRH won by 11 runs.

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4) 119/8 – Kings XI Punjab vs Mumbai Indians (2009)

Venue: Durban | Date: April 29, 2009

KXIP posted 119/8 with Kumar Sangakkara scoring 45 not out. Mumbai Indians were in trouble early, losing 3 wickets for just 12 runs. JP Duminy fought hard with 59 runs but got out in the final over. Punjab held their nerve and won the game by 3 runs.

3) 118/10 – Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Mumbai Indians (2018)

Venue: Mumbai | Date: April 24, 2018

SRH were bowled out for just 118. But their bowlers came out firing. Rashid Khan bowled a brilliant spell, giving away only 11 runs in 4 overs. Mumbai Indians were under pressure and collapsed for just 87. SRH won the match by 31 runs.

2) 116/9 – Chennai Super Kings vs Kings XI Punjab (2009)

Venue: Durban | Date: May 20, 2009

CSK scored 116/9 and needed their bowlers to step up. Muralidaran bowled with control and took 2 wickets for just 8 runs. Ashwin and Raina also took two wickets each. Punjab couldn’t chase the target and finished on 92/8. CSK won by 24 runs.

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1) 111/10 – Punjab Kings vs Kolkata Knight Riders (2025)

Venue: Mullanpur | Date: April 15, 2025

This was the lowest total ever defended in IPL history. Punjab Kings scored only 111 runs. But their bowlers didn’t give up. Chahal took 4 wickets, and Jansen picked up 3, including the big wicket of Andre Russell. KKR were bowled out for just 95 runs. Punjab won the match by 16 runs in a stunning finish.