Most Points After First 10 Matches In IPL: The season of IPL 2025 had a new winner, RCB, for the first time in 18 years. As the season ended, it’s the perfect moment to reminisce about franchises that had the highest points after the first 10 games in the history of the IPL.
IPL 2025: Top Performers After 10 Matches
In the ongoing IPL 2025 season, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are at the top of the table with 7 victories in their first 10 games and rank among the most consistent teams till now. Mumbai Indians (MI), Punjab Kings (PBKS), and Delhi Capitals (DC) have 6 wins from their games as well. Gujarat Titans (GT) have won 6 out of their opening 9 games and can join the leading pack with a victory against SRH.
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Classic Teams Who Scored the Most Points After the First 10 Games of IPL
Rajasthan Royals – IPL 2008
The first-ever IPL champions, the Rajasthan Royals, had taken 8 out of their initial 10 games in 2008. Underdogs that they were, RR ruled the season and then declared themselves the title holders under the captaincy of Shane Warne.
Delhi Capitals – IPL 2009
Delhi Capitals were exemplary in the 2009 season, winning 8 of their first 10 matches. But they lost to the Deccan Chargers in the semifinals after a remarkable knock by Adam Gilchrist.
Mumbai Indians – IPL 2011
Mumbai Indians continued their form from 2010, winning 8 of their first 10 matches in IPL 2011. Though unstoppable in the group stage, MI lost to RCB in the playoffs.
Delhi Capitals – IPL 2012
DC led the group stage with 8 victories out of 10 matches, but a poor playoff run resulted in their defeat in both Qualifier 1 and the Eliminator, falling short of the title.
Chennai Super Kings – IPL 2013
CSK, led by MS Dhoni, won 8 out of their first 10 games in IPL 2013. Despite their performance, they were defeated in the final against the Mumbai Indians.
Punjab Kings – IPL 2014
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PBKS, under George Bailey, saw their finest IPL season in 2014. They began with 8 victories in 10 matches but lost the title to KKR’s record chase in the final.
Chennai Super Kings – IPL 2014
CSK also began the year 2014 with an excellent record of 8 victories in their first 10 matches. But they fell short to PBKS in Qualifier 2 despite Suresh Raina’s heroic performance.
Mumbai Indians – IPL 2017
MI had a formidable 2017 campaign with 8 victories in their first 10 games. They won the trophy by beating RPS by a single run in the final.
Sunrisers Hyderabad – IPL 2018
SRH played like a well-oiled machine with 8 victories in 10 matches, courtesy of Kane Williamson. They made it to the final but were beaten by CSK, who defeated them four times in the season.
Chennai Super Kings – IPL 2021
CSK regained their dominance in IPL 2021 with 8 victories in their initial 10 matches. They triumphed comfortably, beating DC and KKR in the playoffs.
Delhi Capitals – IPL 2021
DC equaled CSK’s performance in the group stage with 8 victories in 10 matches. But their playoff performance was below par, and they suffered back-to-back defeats at the hands of CSK and KKR.
Gujarat Titans – IPL 2022
In their first season, the Gujarat Titans shocked the world by winning 8 out of their first 10 matches and then going on to win the championship after defeating the Rajasthan Royals in both Qualifier 1 and Qualifier.
Rajasthan Royals – IPL 2024
RR thrashed their way through IPL 2024, winning 8 out of their first 10 matches. They may have sent RCB out in the Eliminator, but they fell against SRH in Qualifier 2.
Why ‘Most Points After First 10 Matches in IPL’ Matters
Teams that dominate early tend to establish the tone for successful IPL seasons. Ending well in the first 10 games increases chances of making the playoffs, provides a net run rate benefit, and tends to create team morale.
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