The Indian Premier League has given cricket fans some of the most heart stopping moments ever seen in T20 cricket. Among all the drama that IPL produces, nothing beats a Super Over. When both teams end up with the same score after 20 overs, the match goes into a one over shootout called the Super Over. It is six balls per side, and the team that scores more wins the game. If the Super Over also ends in a tie, a second Super Over is played until there is a winner.
Since IPL began in 2008, Super Overs have become one of the most exciting parts of the tournament. Fans hold their breath, bowlers feel the pressure, and batters go for broke. This article covers every Super Over played in IPL history, the stats behind them, the teams involved, and the moments that made them unforgettable.
What Is a Super Over in IPL and How Does It Work?
A Super Over is a tiebreaker used in T20 cricket when the scores are level at the end of a 20 over match. Both teams pick two batters and one bowler for the Super Over. Each side gets six balls to score as many runs as possible. If a team loses two wickets before the six balls are done, their Super Over ends early.
The team that scores more in the Super Over wins the match. In earlier IPL seasons, if the Super Over was also tied, the team with more sixes in the main match was declared the winner. However, in rare cases, a second Super Over has also been played to find a winner.
The Super Over format makes even a dead match come alive in the final seconds. It rewards cool nerves, smart team selection, and big hitting under pressure. Most teams send their best batters and trust their most experienced death bowler with this six ball challenge.
Here are the key rules of how a Super Over works
- Each team bats for one over of six balls to score as many runs as possible.
- Only two batters can play and the innings ends if two wickets fall early.
- Captains usually pick their best death over bowler for this crucial over.
- The team with the higher score in the Super Over wins the match.
- If the Super Over is tied, another one can be played until a winner is decided.
Complete List of Super Overs in IPL History:
The table below shows every Super Over played in IPL from 2008 to 2024. It covers the year, the teams involved, who won, and who bowled and batted in the Super Over.
| Year | Match | Team 1 Score | Team 2 Score | Super Over Winner | Key Details |
| 2009 | Delhi Daredevils vs Rajasthan Royals | Tied | Tied | Delhi Daredevils | First ever Super Over in IPL history |
| 2011 | Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore | Tied | Tied | Mumbai Indians | Kieron Pollard played a key role |
| 2012 | Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians | Tied | Tied | Rajasthan Royals | Ajinkya Rahane anchored RR chase |
| 2012 | Kings XI Punjab vs Kolkata Knight Riders | Tied | Tied | Kolkata Knight Riders | Sunil Narine bowled the Super Over |
| 2013 | Chennai Super Kings vs Mumbai Indians | Tied | Tied | Chennai Super Kings | MS Dhoni led CSK to victory |
| 2014 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kolkata Knight Riders | Tied | Tied | Kolkata Knight Riders | Gambhir era KKR showed composure |
| 2019 | Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals | Tied | Tied | Delhi Capitals | Kagiso Rabada defended brilliantly |
| 2019 | Rajasthan Royals vs Kings XI Punjab | Tied | Tied | Kings XI Punjab | Historic double Super Over match |
| 2020 | Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings | Tied | Tied | Mumbai Indians | Bumrah bowled a stunning Super Over |
| 2020 | Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Sunrisers Hyderabad | Tied | Tied | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Navdeep Saini held his nerve |
| 2021 | Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals | Tied | Tied | Rajasthan Royals | Chetan Sakariya impressed in the Super Over |
| 2022 | Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals | Tied | Tied | Delhi Capitals | Kuldeep Yadav was the hero |
| 2023 | Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians | Tied | Tied | Lucknow Super Giants | Nicholas Pooran hit the winning runs |
| 2024 | Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders | Tied | Tied | Rajasthan Royals | Boult bowled a match winning Super Over |
IPL Super Over Stats: Key Numbers You Should Know
The numbers around Super Overs in IPL tell a very interesting story. Some teams have been more successful than others in these pressure situations. Some bowlers have made a name for themselves by taking on the challenge when it matters the most.
| Stat | Detail |
| Total Super Overs played in IPL history | 14+ as of 2024 |
| First Super Over in IPL | 2009, Delhi Daredevils vs Rajasthan Royals |
| Most Super Overs won | Mumbai Indians (3 wins) |
| First team to play a double Super Over | Rajasthan Royals vs Kings XI Punjab (2019) |
| Most Super Overs lost | Rajasthan Royals (appeared most but also won some) |
| Lowest Super Over total defended successfully | 5 runs |
| Year with most Super Overs | 2019 and 2020 (2 each) |
Teams like Mumbai Indians have shown that experience and calm under pressure helps in Super Overs. Their record with Jasprit Bumrah and Kieron Pollard in key moments has been outstanding. On the other hand, teams like Rajasthan Royals have had mixed results and have been part of the most dramatic Super Over moments in IPL.
Most Memorable Super Overs in IPL History:
Some Super Overs stand out more than others. These are the moments IPL fans still talk about years later.
The 2019 match between Rajasthan Royals and Kings XI Punjab is perhaps the most famous Super Over in IPL history. The main match ended in a tie. Then the Super Over also ended in a tie. A second Super Over had to be played, making it the only double Super Over in IPL history. Kings XI Punjab finally won after an incredible 40 plus overs of cricket.
In 2020, the Mumbai Indians vs Chennai Super Kings Super Over was another standout moment. It was a rivalry match, so every ball felt like it carried the weight of the world. Jasprit Bumrah bowled the Super Over for Mumbai Indians and restricted CSK to a low total. Mumbai chased it down with ease.
The 2022 Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals Super Over was also entertaining. Kuldeep Yadav bowled brilliantly for Delhi and helped them pull off a surprise win over the five time IPL champions.
Teams with the Best Super Over Record in IPL:
Not every team handles the Super Over pressure the same way. Some franchises have shown a remarkable ability to win in this format while others have repeatedly come up short.
| Team | Super Overs Played | Won | Lost |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Delhi Capitals | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Kings XI Punjab (Punjab Kings) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Mumbai Indians stand out as the best Super Over team in IPL history. Their ability to stay calm and execute under pressure is a big reason why they have won five IPL titles. Sunrisers Hyderabad on the other hand have struggled in Super Overs and have lost all their Super Over appearances.
Best Bowlers in IPL Super Overs:
Bowling in a Super Over is one of the hardest challenges in cricket. The bowler faces batters who are swinging from the very first ball. There is no time to settle into a rhythm. Every delivery has to be precise.
Jasprit Bumrah has established himself as the best Super Over bowler in IPL history. He bowled for Mumbai Indians in the 2020 Super Over against CSK and delivered a near perfect six balls under massive pressure. His ability to bowl yorkers and slower balls at will makes him perfect for this format.
Kagiso Rabada bowled a sharp Super Over for Delhi Capitals in 2019 against SRH and was key in their win. Sunil Narine has also been used in the Super Over by KKR and has done well with his mystery spin. Trent Boult showed his class in 2024 while bowling for Rajasthan Royals.
The general trend shows that teams prefer pacers who can bowl yorkers consistently in Super Overs. Mystery spinners have also been used successfully, especially on slower pitches.
Best Batters in IPL Super Overs:
Batting in a Super Over requires a different mindset. You need to score from ball one. There is no time to build an innings. The batter needs to be aggressive right away while also picking boundaries smartly.
Kieron Pollard was one of the most feared Super Over batters in IPL history. During his time with Mumbai Indians, he was always the man teams feared most in the final over. His power hitting and ability to clear the boundary from any position made him a nightmare to bowl at.
Rohit Sharma has also opened or walked in early in Super Overs for Mumbai Indians and done well. For other teams, big hitters like Chris Gayle, MS Dhoni, and Nicholas Pooran have been trusted to get the runs when it mattered.
The key trait all these players share is that they do not freeze under pressure. They back themselves to hit the first ball for a boundary and set the tone for the entire Super Over.
How Super Overs Have Changed IPL Strategy Over the Years?
The Super Over has forced IPL teams to think differently about team selection and match preparation. Captains now think about who their Super Over bowler will be before the match even starts. Coaches work with players specifically on six ball pressure situations in the nets.
Over the years, teams have started keeping their best death bowler fresh for the main innings so they are available and sharp for the Super Over if needed. Some teams have brought in overseas pace bowlers specifically because of their ability to bowl under pressure.
On the batting side, teams try to keep at least one big hitter not fully spent at the end of 20 overs. If the match looks like it might end in a tie, captains sometimes hold back a power hitter for the Super Over.
The Super Over has also influenced auction strategies. Teams now value all round T20 players who can do both jobs, bat with power and bowl tight in the final over, because those players become your Super Over match winners.
Conclusion:
Super Overs are the ultimate test of nerves in T20 cricket and the IPL has given us some of the best examples of this format. From the very first Super Over in 2009 to the recent editions in 2023 and 2024, these six ball shootouts have produced memories that last forever.
Mumbai Indians have been the most dominant team in Super Overs with the best win record. Jasprit Bumrah stands out as the best Super Over bowler in IPL history. The 2019 double Super Over between Rajasthan Royals and Kings XI Punjab remains the most dramatic Super Over ever played in IPL.
As the IPL grows bigger each year, more Super Overs are expected. Fans can look forward to more nail biting finishes, more pressure cooker moments, and more heroes who rise to the occasion when the game is on the line.
FAQs:
As of 2024, more than 14 Super Overs have been played in IPL history. The exact number keeps growing as new seasons are played. The first Super Over in IPL took place in 2009 between Delhi Daredevils and Rajasthan Royals.
Mumbai Indians have won the most Super Overs in the IPL. They have one of the best Super Over records among all franchises thanks to players like Jasprit Bumrah and Kieron Pollard who perform well in high pressure moments.
Yes. The only double Super Over in IPL history happened in 2019 between Rajasthan Royals and Kings XI Punjab. Both the main match and the first Super Over ended in a tie. A second Super Over was played and Kings XI Punjab won the game.
Jasprit Bumrah is widely considered the best Super Over bowler in IPL history. His ability to bowl accurate yorkers and execute different variations under pressure has made him the go to bowler for Mumbai Indians in Super Overs.
If a Super Over ends in a tie, another Super Over is played. This happened once in IPL history in 2019. Earlier IPL rules used boundary count as a tiebreaker but the current format allows for a repeat Super Over until a winner is found.
Kiran is a cricket analyst and writer with strong expertise in the Indian Premier League and modern cricket. He closely follows match situations, player performances, team strategies, and season trends to deliver clear and accurate insights. Passionate about the game, Kiran enjoys exploring emerging talents, tracking auction movements, and sharing timely updates related to IPL and competitive cricket.
