Most Final Played Team in IPL: 4 Teams with most finals under the belt

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been one of the most celebrated sporting events in India and around the world since its inception in 2008. The tournament has produced some of the most exhilarating cricketing moments and has given fans plenty to cheer about. Over the years, several teams have made their mark on the IPL, but some have stood out more than others.

Most Final Played Team in IPL

Here, we take a closer look at most final played team in IPL and their journey to the summit clash.

#1 Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

Chennai Super Kings are the most successful team in the IPL, having made it to nine finals in 13 appearances in the league. Led by the legendary MS Dhoni, CSK made their debut in the IPL final in 2008, but lost to Rajasthan Royals in a nail-biting finish. However, the team bounced back in style and won their first title in 2010, before defending it the following year at their home ground, the MA Chidambaram Stadium.

CSK’s success continued as they reached the IPL final in the next two years, but failed to win the title. They missed out on a spot in the final in 2009 and 2014, but made a grand return in 2018 after a two-year suspension and won their third title. In 2020, CSK failed to make the playoffs for the first time in their history, but made a strong comeback in 2021 and lifted the title for the fourth time, defeating Kolkata Knight Riders in the final.

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#2 Mumbai Indians (MI)

Mumbai Indians are the most successful team in the IPL, having won the tournament a record five times. MI have made it to the final on six occasions and have never lost in a summit clash after their maiden final in 2010, which they lost to Chennai Super Kings. Halfway through the 2013 season, Rohit Sharma took over as the team’s captain from Ricky Ponting and has remained at the helm ever since.

MI won their first title in 2013, defeating CSK by 23 runs in the final. They went on to win the tournament in 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020, defeating Rising Pune Supergiant, Chennai Super Kings, Chennai Super Kings, and Delhi Capitals, respectively, in the finals.

#3 Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)

Royal Challengers Bangalore have made it to the IPL final three times, but have failed to win the title on each occasion. They first made it to the final in 2009, where they lost to Deccan Chargers by six runs. RCB reached the final again in 2011, but were humbled by Chennai Super Kings by 58 runs. In 2016, RCB lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad by eight runs in a high-scoring encounter.

Despite their inability to cross the final hurdle, RCB have had some of the most exciting players in the IPL, including Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers, and Virat Kohli. With a revamped squad in 2021, RCB will be hoping to go all the way this time.

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#4 Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

Kolkata Knight Riders have made it to the IPL final three times, winning the title twice under the leadership of Gautam Gambhir. KKR defeated Chennai Super Kings by five wickets in the final of IPL 2012 and beat Kings XI Punjab by three wickets in 2014 to clinch their second title. In 2021, KKR reached the final, but lost to CSK by 27 runs.