IPL 2025 Eliminated teams ranked by worst performance

The ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League has served up thrilling cricketing action so far. The 18th installment has seen everything up until now - run-fests, low-scoring thrillers, and some fantastic catches being taken. The race to the playoffs though has narrowed substantially. After 60 matches, there is only one spot up for grabs now.

Four sides have been eliminated from IPL 2025 already. Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals, and Kolkata Knight Riders are the ones that are no longer in the race. Below is a short analysis behind the early exit of the aforementioned teams.

IPL 2025 Eliminated teams ranked by worst performance

4. Kolkata Knight Riders

An abandoned clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru due to persistent showers meant Kolkata Knight Riders were knocked out of the tournament after winning the previous edition in convincing style. The defending champions had a season to forget. Retained players such as Venkatesh Iyer and Sunil Narine did not step up with the bat.

Another key factor was that they let a few games slip, ones they should have ideally won. They crumbled from winning positions to end up just short. Seasoned veterans such as Andre Russell didn't show up as expected. The lack of a dependable overseas quick - like the calibre of Mitchell Starc from last season - made matters worse for KKR.

Also Check: KKR Eliminated – Was it justified based on team strength?