Mumbai Indians produced a commanding 100-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in the 50th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Thursday. Despite a faltering start, with just one win in their opening five matches, Hardik Pandya’s side has since found relentless momentum. The five-time champions, now hitting peak form, surged to the top of the points table with their sixth consecutive win, equalling their own record from 2017 when they last claimed the title under Rohit Sharma. Check out the longest unbeaten streaks achieved by teams in the IPL.
8 Longest Winning Streaks in IPL History
Kolkata Knight Riders
9 Consecutive Wins in IPL 2015
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) achieved a remarkable nine-match winning streak in the 2015 IPL season, showcasing their dominance under Gautam Gambhir’s leadership. This streak, occurring during the league stage, was fueled by a balanced squad with Andre Russell’s explosive all-round performances and Sunil Narine’s spin wizardry. KKR’s aggressive batting, led by Robin Uthappa, complemented their disciplined bowling attack.
Chennai Super Kings
7 Consecutive Wins in IPL 2013
Chennai Super Kings (CSK), led by MS Dhoni, orchestrated a seven-match winning streak in IPL 2013, a season where their consistency shone through. This run, primarily in the league phase, highlighted CSK’s formidable batting and bowling units. Michael Hussey’s elegant strokeplay and Suresh Raina’s middle-order firepower set high totals, while Ravichandran Ashwin and Dwayne Bravo stifled opponents with spin and pace. CSK’s home fortress, Chepauk, played a pivotal role, with spin-friendly tracks suiting their strategy.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
7 Consecutive Wins in IPL 2011
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) unleashed a seven-match winning streak in IPL 2011, driven by a star-studded lineup under Daniel Vettori’s captaincy. Chris Gayle’s arrival was transformative, his brutal power-hitting dismantling bowling attacks. Supported by Virat Kohli’s burgeoning talent and AB de Villiers’ innovation, RCB posted mammoth totals. Their bowling, led by Zaheer Khan and spinners like Syed Mohammad, complemented the batting fireworks.
Mumbai Indians
6 Consecutive Wins in IPL 2008
Mumbai Indians (MI) crafted a six-match winning streak in the inaugural IPL season of 2008, a remarkable feat for a new franchise. Led by Sachin Tendulkar, MI blended youth and experience, with Sanath Jayasuriya’s explosive batting and Shaun Pollock’s disciplined bowling leading the charge. The streak, occurring mid-season, featured clinical victories against teams like Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Daredevils.
Rajasthan Royals
6 Consecutive Wins in IPL 2008
Rajasthan Royals (RR), under Shane Warne’s astute captaincy, stunned the IPL in 2008 with a six-match winning streak en route to the inaugural title. This underdog team, written off pre-season, thrived on Warne’s tactical genius and a cohesive unit. Shane Watson’s all-round brilliance, Yusuf Pathan’s explosive batting, and Sohail Tanvir’s lethal swing bowling were pivotal.
Kolkata Knight Riders
6 Consecutive Wins in IPL 2012
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) secured a six-match winning streak in IPL 2012, a season that culminated in their maiden title. Gautam Gambhir’s gritty leadership and Sunil Narine’s mystery spin were central to this run, which occurred during the league phase. KKR’s batting, bolstered by Jacques Kallis and Brendon McCullum, posted competitive totals, while their bowling, led by Narine and Brett Lee, choked opponents.
Chennai Super Kings
6 Consecutive Wins in IPL 2014
Chennai Super Kings (CSK), under MS Dhoni’s captaincy, delivered a six-match winning streak in IPL 2014, reinforcing their status as IPL giants. This mid-season run was powered by a robust batting lineup, with Brendon McCullum’s aggressive starts and Suresh Raina’s consistency setting the tone. CSK’s bowling, led by Ravindra Jadeja’s spin and Mohit Sharma’s seam, was equally effective.
Mumbai Indians
6 Consecutive Wins in IPL 2025
Mumbai Indians (MI) achieved a six-match winning streak in IPL 2025, reaffirming their dominance under Rohit Sharma’s leadership. This streak, occurring mid-season, showcased MI’s depth, with Jasprit Bumrah’s lethal pace and Suryakumar Yadav’s dynamic batting leading the charge. Young talents like Tilak Varma complemented veterans like Kieron Pollard, creating a balanced unit.
