Punjab Kings join unwanted list with 101 in IPL 2025 playoff collapse

Punjab Kings endured a dismal collapse with the bat in Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2025, unraveling under the sustained pressure of Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s clinical bowling attack at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur. Bowled out for just 101 in 14.1 overs, Punjab’s total now stands tied for the third-lowest score ever recorded in IPL playoff history, matching Lucknow Super Giants` tally from the 2023 Eliminator against Mumbai Indians.

Only Deccan Chargers (82 in 2010) and Delhi Daredevils (87 in 2008) have posted lower playoff totals, both of which also came in high-stakes knockout clashes. Below are the five lowest scores in IPL playoff history:

107 – KKR vs MI (2017)

Kolkata Knight Riders crashed out in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2017 as Mumbai Indians stormed into the final with a commanding six-wicket win. KKR’s batting imploded at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, bowled out for just 107, with Karn Sharma (4/16) and Jasprit Bumrah (3/7) doing the damage. Krunal Pandya’s steady 45* saw MI chase down the target in just 14.3 overs, setting up a final showdown with Rising Pune Supergiant.

104 – Deccan Chargers vs CSK (2010)

The 2010 semi-final saw Chennai Super Kings defend a modest 142/7 with remarkable precision. Doug Bollinger (4/13) led the attack as the Chargers folded for 104 in 19.2 overs at DY Patil Stadium. Contributions from Jakati, Ashwin, and Muralitharan ensured CSK booked their place in the final with a clinical 38-run win.

101 – PBKS vs RCB (2025)

In IPL 2025’s Qualifier 1, Punjab Kings were humbled by RCB’s potent pace-spin combination. After a promising start by Prabhsimran Singh (18 off 10), PBKS suffered a steep collapse. Marcus Stoinis top-scored with 26, but Josh Hazlewood (3/21) and Suyash Sharma (3/12) ensured Punjab were dismissed for a paltry 101 in just 14.1 overs, leaving RCB a target of 102 to reach the final.

101 – LSG vs MI (2023)

Mumbai Indians crushed Lucknow Super Giants in the 2023 Eliminator, thanks to a spellbinding performance by Akash Madhwal (5/5 in 3.3 overs). Chasing 183, LSG crumbled under pressure and were skittled out for 101 in 16.3 overs. Stoinis offered resistance with 40 off 27, but MI’s all-round dominance sealed a huge 81-run win.

87 – DD vs RR (2008)

In the inaugural season, Delhi Daredevils were blown away by Rajasthan Royals while chasing 193 in the semi-final. Sohail Tanvir (3/10) led the charge as Delhi capitulated for just 87 in Jaipur. Only Gambhir and Dilshan crossed double digits, and RR clinched a thumping 105-run win, reinforcing their supremacy in IPL 2008.

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