Most Ducks in IPL History : Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has etched his name in the record books for an unwanted reason, registering the most ducks in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. During IPL 2025, Maxwell was dismissed for a golden duck against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium, surpassing Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik to claim this dubious record outright.
Most Ducks in IPL History : Maxwell’s Unwanted Milestone in IPL 2025
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Maxwell Tops the List of Most Ducks in IPL
With 19 ducks in 130 innings, Maxwell now leads the list of players with the most ducks in IPL history. His IPL career, spread across stints with Delhi Capitals, Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Mumbai Indians, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, has seen him accumulate 2,771 runs at an average of 24.52 and a strike rate of 156.64. Despite his explosive batting ability, Maxwell’s inconsistency has often led to frustration for his teams.
Struggles Continue for Maxwell in IPL
Maxwell endured a difficult IPL 2024 season, scoring only 52 runs in 10 matches for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. His poor run of form has carried into the 2025 season, with another early dismissal adding to his tally of ducks. Maxwell’s struggles have left fans and analysts wondering whether he can regain his aggressive and match-winning form.
Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik Follow Closely
Before Maxwell’s record-breaking duck, Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik were joint holders of the unwanted record, with 18 ducks each. Rohit, who has been a cornerstone of Mumbai Indians’ success, has scored 6,628 runs in 258 matches. Dinesh Karthik, known for his finishing abilities, has also had a long IPL career with multiple franchises.
List of Players with Most Ducks in IPL History
- 🏏 Glenn Maxwell – 19 Ducks
- 🏏 Rohit Sharma – 18 Ducks
- 🏏 Dinesh Karthik – 18 Ducks
- 🏏 Piyush Chawla – 16 Ducks
- 🏏 Sunil Narine – 16 Ducks
- 🏏 Rashid Khan – 15 Ducks
- 🏏 Mandeep Singh – 15 Ducks
- 🏏 Manish Pandey – 14 Ducks
- 🏏 Ambati Rayudu – 14 Ducks
Can Maxwell Bounce Back?
Despite this unwanted record, Glenn Maxwell’s explosive batting skills and match-winning potential remain undeniable. Fans will be hoping that he can put his struggles behind him and make a strong comeback as IPL 2025 progresses.
FAQs
Who holds the record for the most ducks in IPL history?
Glenn Maxwell currently holds the record with 19 ducks.
How many ducks does Rohit Sharma have in
Rohit Sharma has 18 ducks in IPL history.
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