Which teams have lost both Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2 in an IPL season?
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the most popular and competitive T20 leagues in the world. The tournament is known for its thrilling matches, unexpected upsets, and intense competition. While many teams have enjoyed success in the IPL, there have been instances where teams have fallen short of their goals. One such scenario is when a team loses both Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2 in the same season. This phenomenon has occurred only three times in IPL history, and in this blog post, we will explore these instances.
Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) in 2012
The first team to experience this fate was Delhi Daredevils, now known as Delhi Capitals, in the 2012 edition of the IPL. The team, led by Virender Sehwag, had a decent season, finishing fifth on the points table with 16 points. However, they lost both their Qualifier matches, first to Chennai Super Kings in Qualifier 1 and then to Kings XI Punjab in Qualifier 2. Despite their disappointing finish, the team showed promise and went on to rebuild themselves in the following seasons.
Gujarat Lions in 2016
The second team to suffer this ignominy was Gujarat Lions in the 2016 season. The team, led by Brendon McCullum, had a promising start to the season, finishing third on the points table with 18 points. However, they lost both their Qualifier matches, first to Royal Challengers Bangalore in Qualifier 1 and then to Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2. The team’s performance was a letdown, especially considering their strong start to the season.
Delhi Capitals again in 2021
The most recent team to experience this heartbreak was Delhi Capitals again, in the 2021 edition of the IPL. The team, led by Rishabh Pant, had a strong season, finishing second on the points table with 20 points. However, they lost both their Qualifier matches, first to Chennai Super Kings in Qualifier 1 and then to Kolkata Knight Riders in Qualifier 2. Despite their disappointing finish, the team showed promise and will look to rebuild themselves in the future.
Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025 Qualifier 2
As we speak, Mumbai Indians are facing Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 in Ahmedabad today. Mumbai Indians, led by Rohit Sharma, have had a decent season and will be looking to bounce back from their loss in Qualifier 1. Punjab Kings, led by Mayank Agarwal, will be looking to make a comeback after a disappointing season. The match promises to be an exciting encounter, and we will have to wait and see what transpires.
Conclusion
In conclusion, losing both Qualifier 1 and Qualifier 2 in the same season is a rare occurrence in the IPL. Only three teams have experienced this fate, with Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) and Gujarat Lions being the first two teams to do so. Delhi Capitals again experienced this heartbreak in 2021. As we look to the future, it will be interesting to see which teams will experience this fate next.
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