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In IPL 2024, several key players faced the disappointment of scoring a duck, surprising fans and analysts alike. Their struggles raised questions about form and pressure in crucial matches. As the tournament continues, these players will look to bounce back and reaffirm their impact on the game.
In the high-octane environment of the Indian Premier League (IPL), where sixes and boundaries are frequently celebrated, a ‘duck,” an inning concluded without scoring any runs, stands out as a stark indication of a batter’s dismissal. While some players have etched their names in IPL history with remarkable scores, others have unfortunately accumulated many golden ducks, marking one of the league’s least favorable records.
The record for the most ducks in the IPL carries an unmistakable negative connotation. We’ve got you covered if you’re curious about which players top this undesirable list.
| Player | Innings | Ducks |
| KD Karthik (DC/GL/KKR/KXIP/MI/RCB) | 232 | 18 |
| GJ Maxwell (DC/KXIP/MI/RCB) | 127 | 17 |
| RG Sharma (DCH/MI) | 251 | 17 |
| PP Chawla (CSK/KKR/KXIP/MI) | 92 | 16 |
| SP Narine (KKR) | 108 | 16 |
| Rashid Khan (GT/SRH) | 60 | 15 |
| Mandeep Singh (DC/KKR/KXIP/PBKS/RCB) | 98 | 15 |
| MK Pandey (DC/KKR/LSG/MI/PWI/RCB/SRH) | 159 | 14 |
| AT Rayudu (CSK/MI) | 187 | 14 |
| Harbhajan Singh (CSK/KKR/MI) | 90 | 13 |
| PA Patel (CSK/DCH/Kochi/MI/RCB/SRH) | 137 | 13 |
| AM Rahane (CSK/DC/KKR/MI/RPS/RR) | 170 | 13 |
| G Gambhir (DC/KKR) | 152 | 12 |
| R Ashwin (CSK/DC/KXIP/RPS/RR) | 92 | 11 |
| SV Samson (DC/RR) | 161 | 11 |
| DA Warner (DC/SRH) | 184 | 11 |
| S Dhawan (DC/DCH/MI/PBKS/SRH) | 221 | 11 |
| A Mishra (DC/DCH/LSG/SRH) | 57 | 10 |
| AB de Villiers (DC/RCB) | 170 | 10 |
| V Kohli (RCB) | 242 | 10 |
Curious about which players hold the record for the most ducks in IPL history? Let’s dive right in!
No surprises here! Dinesh Karthik tops the list with a staggering 18 ducks to his name. This wicketkeeper-batsman faced another duck in IPL 2024 when he was caught out during RCB’s home match against DC.
Prepare for a shock! Renowned for his explosive batting, the famous Hitman Rohit Sharma has also made a name for himself with his fair share of ducks. After 16 seasons in the IPL, he has recorded 17 ducks, adding an intriguing twist to his career.
Australian powerhouse Glenn Maxwell has played 127 innings and matched Rohit Sharma’s record with 17 ducks.
It’s important to note that while these batsmen may hold the record for the most golden ducks in the IPL, they can score the fastest centuries in the league.
Golden ducks in the IPL refer to a batter being dismissed on the first ball they face without scoring any runs. This distinction sets golden ducks apart from regular ducks.
Rashid Khan holds the record for the most golden ducks in IPL history. Let’s explore the complete list:
| Player Name | Teams | Golden ducks |
| Rashid Khan | SRH, GT | 11 |
| Glenn Maxwell | DD, KXIP, MI, RCB | 9 |
| Dinesh Karthik | DD, KXIP, MI, RCB, GL, KKR | 7 |
| Harbhajan Singh | MI, CSK, KKR | 7 |
| Sunil Narine | KKR | 7 |
| Virat Kohli | RCB | 7 |
| No. | Player | Team | Matches | Innings | Ducks |
| 1 | Glenn Maxwell | RCB | 8 | 7 | 3 |
| 2 | Harshal Patel | PBKS | 13 | 4 | 2 |
| 3 | Mitchell Starc | KKR | 11 | 5 | 2 |
| 4 | Piyush Chawla | MI | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| 5 | Naman Dhir | MI | 6 | 6 | 2 |
| 6 | Mahipal Lomror | RCB | 8 | 8 | 2 |
| 7 | Suryakumar Yadav | MI | 10 | 10 | 2 |
| 8 | Ishan Kishan | MI | 13 | 13 | 2 |
| 9 | Shashank Singh | PBKS | 13 | 13 | 2 |
| 10 | Shivam Dube | CSK | 13 | 13 | 2 |
| Rank | Player | Ducks | Matches | Team |
| 1 | Dinesh Karthik | 5 | 15 | Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| 2 | Jos Buttler | 5 | 14 | Rajasthan Royals |
| 3 | Rohit Sharma | 4 | 15 | Mumbai Indians |
| 4 | Nicholas Pooran | 4 | 12 | Lucknow Super Giants |
| 5 (Tied) | Shikhar Dhawan | 3 | 14 | Punjab Kings |
| 5 (Tied) | Eoin Morgan | 3 | 9 | Kolkata Knight Riders |
Undoubtedly, the title of the most ducks in IPL history belongs to wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik. Throughout his 17-season IPL career, Karthik has been dismissed for a score of zero an astonishing 18 times.
Currently, Glenn Maxwell from RCB leads the count for the most ducks in IPL 2024, having been dismissed without scoring three times in just seven innings.
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