Introduction
49 runs. 9.4 overs. 10 wickets. One historic embarrassment.
On April 23, 2017, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (now Bengaluru) walked onto the Eden Gardens pitch needing just 132 runs to beat Kolkata Knight Riders. What followed was the most stunning batting collapse in IPL history. RCB were bowled out for 49 runs — the lowest team total in the tournament’s history .
For Indian cricket fans, this match remains unforgettable for all the wrong reasons. A star-studded RCB lineup featuring Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle, and AB de Villiers was torn apart by KKR’s pace attack in under 10 overs .
This article breaks down the full RCB 49 all out vs KKR scorecard: every wicket, every bowler’s figures, the key moments, and why this match still haunts RCB fans today.
Important note: There was also a 2026 IPL match between RCB and KKR in Raipur. That match was completely different — RCB won by 6 wickets, with Virat Kohli scoring 105 not out . This article focuses on the 2017 match, where RCB were bowled out for 49.
The Match That Shocked Cricket: RCB 49 All Out at Eden Gardens
Match Details
- Match: IPL 2017, Match 27
- Date: April 23, 2017
- Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
- Toss: RCB won the toss and chose to field
First Innings: KKR Bowled Out for 131
RCB’s bowlers did their job first. Led by Yuzvendra Chahal (3/16), RCB restricted KKR to just 131 all out in 19.3 overs.
- Sunil Narine top-scored with 34 off 17 balls (6 fours, 1 six)
- Chris Woakes made 18, Suryakumar Yadav and Manish Pandey scored 15 each
- Pawan Negi took 2/15, Tymal Mills took 2/31
At this point, RCB fans were confident. A target of 132 seemed easy for a batting lineup with Kohli, Gayle, and de Villiers.
They were wrong.
The Full RCB 49 All Out Scorecard: Every Batsman’s Score
Here is the complete batting scorecard from that nightmare innings :
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | How Out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli (c) | 0 | 1 | Caught Uthappa, bowled Coulter-Nile |
| Mandeep Singh | 1 | 2 | Caught Pandey, bowled Umesh Yadav |
| AB de Villiers | 8 | 6 | Caught Uthappa, bowled Coulter-Nile |
| Kedar Jadhav | 9 | 7 | Caught (mid-on), bowled Coulter-Nile |
| Chris Gayle | 7 | 17 | Caught Coulter-Nile, bowled Woakes |
| Stuart Binny | 8 | 9 | Caught Uthappa, bowled Woakes |
| Pawan Negi | 2 | 3 | Bowled Woakes |
| Samuel Badree | 0 | 1 | LBW de Grandhomme |
| Tymal Mills | 2 | 4 | Caught (mid-off), bowled de Grandhomme |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | 3 | 5 | Caught (second slip), bowled de Grandhomme |
| Sreenath Aravind | 5 | 3 | Not out |
| Extras | 4 | — | — |
| TOTAL | 49 | 9.4 overs | All out |
Key points:
- Virat Kohli was out for a golden duck (first ball)
- Kedar Jadhav’s 9 runs was the highest score in the entire innings
- Only 3 batsmen reached double digits (and none scored more than 9)
- RCB didn’t even bat 10 overs — they lasted just 9.4 overs
How KKR’s Pacers Destroyed RCB: Bowler-by-Bowler Breakdown
KKR’s fast bowlers produced a performance for the ages. For the first time in IPL history, all 10 wickets were taken by pace bowlers .
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan Coulter-Nile | 3 | 21 | 3 | 7.00 |
| Chris Woakes | 4 | 6 | 3 | 1.50 |
| Colin de Grandhomme | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1.33 |
| Umesh Yadav | 2 | 15 | 1 | 7.50 |
| Total | 12 | 46 | 10 | — |
Chris Woakes was almost unplayable — 3 wickets for just 6 runs in 4 overs. Colin de Grandhomme was even more economical — 3 wickets for 4 runs in 3 overs .
The pitch at Eden Gardens had some extra bounce and movement under lights. KKR’s bowlers used it perfectly. Short balls, full balls, and clever changes of pace left RCB’s batsmen completely confused.
Key Moments That Sealed RCB’s Fate
1. Virat Kohli’s Golden Duck (0 off 1)
The very first over set the tone. Nathan Coulter-Nile bowled a fullish delivery outside off stump. Kohli went for a drive, got an outside edge, and Robin Uthappa took a simple catch behind the stumps .
RCB: 0/1. The captain was gone for a golden duck.
2. Mandeep Singh Falls Cheaply (1 off 2)
In the next over, Umesh Yadav got Mandeep Singh. He cut the ball straight to Manish Pandey at point .
RCB: 6/2.
3. AB de Villiers’ Brief Resistance (8 off 6)
De Villiers hit two boundaries, giving RCB fans a tiny hope. But Coulter-Nile got him too — a top-edged pull was caught by Uthappa behind the stumps .
RCB: 12/3.
4. Kedar Jadhav’s Miscue (9 off 7)
Coulter-Nile struck again. Jadhav miscued a back-of-length delivery to mid-on .
RCB: 24/4.
5. Chris Gayle’s Frustration (7 off 17)
Gayle watched wickets fall at the other end. He tried to break free but only managed to pull a ball straight to Coulter-Nile at mid-off. Woakes got the wicket .
RCB: 35/5.
6. The Final Collapse (49 All Out)
Stuart Binny (8), Pawan Negi (2), Samuel Badree (0), Tymal Mills (2), and Yuzvendra Chahal (3) all fell quickly. Sreenath Aravind was left not out on 5 .
RCB: 49 all out in 9.4 overs.
KKR won by 82 runs — the biggest margin of defeat for RCB that season .
Where Does RCB’s 49 Rank Among IPL’s Lowest Totals?
RCB’s 49 remains the lowest team total in IPL history. Here’s how it compares to the other worst collapses :
| Rank | Team | Score | Opposition | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB | 49 | KKR | 2017 |
| 2 | Rajasthan Royals | 58 | RCB | 2009 |
| 3 | Rajasthan Royals | 59 | RCB | 2023 |
| 4 | Delhi Daredevils | 66 | Mumbai Indians | 2017 |
| 5 | Delhi Daredevils | 67 | Kings XI Punjab | 2017 |
| 5 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 67 | Mumbai Indians | 2008 |
RCB are the only team in IPL history to be bowled out for under 50 runs .
RCB 49 All Out vs KKR: Full Scorecard Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | IPL 2017, Match 27 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Date | April 23, 2017 |
| Toss | RCB won, chose to field |
| KKR Score | 131 all out (19.3 overs) |
| RCB Score | 49 all out (9.4 overs) |
| Result | KKR won by 82 runs |
| RCB Top Scorer | Kedar Jadhav (9 runs) |
| RCB Captain’s Score | Virat Kohli (0 runs) |
| Best KKR Bowler | Chris Woakes (3/6) |
| Best RCB Bowler | Yuzvendra Chahal (3/16) |
| Overs Batted | 9.4 (RCB didn’t complete 10 overs) |
| IPL Record | Lowest team total in IPL history |
Conclusion: Final Verdict
RCB’s 49 all out is not just a bad scorecard. It is a lesson in how quickly cricket can humble even the greatest players.
On paper, RCB had one of the most destructive batting lineups in IPL history — Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers, and Kedar Jadhav. They were the defending runners-up. They needed just 132 runs to win.
But cricket doesn’t care about reputations.
KKR’s pacers bowled with fire, discipline, and intelligence. The pitch offered just enough help. And RCB’s batsmen, one after another, made poor decisions under pressure. Kohli’s golden duck set the tone. The middle order never recovered. The lower order had no answers.
The verdict is simple: This was the most complete bowling performance by a pace attack in IPL history — and the most embarrassing batting collapse. RCB fans can take some comfort in knowing their team has moved forward since 2017. But the number 49 will always be attached to their name in the record books.
It is a reminder that in T20 cricket, even the biggest stars can fall for single digits.
FAQ Section
1. What was the RCB 49 all out vs KKR scorecard?
RCB were bowled out for 49 runs in 9.4 overs while chasing 132 against KKR at Eden Gardens on April 23, 2017 .
2. Who was RCB’s captain in that match?
Virat Kohli was the RCB captain. He was out for a golden duck on the very first ball .
3. What was Virat Kohli’s score in RCB 49 all out?
Virat Kohli scored 0 runs off 1 ball. He was caught behind by Robin Uthappa off Nathan Coulter-Nile .
4. Who took the most wickets for KKR in that match?
Chris Woakes, Nathan Coulter-Nile, and Colin de Grandhomme each took 3 wickets. Woakes had the best figures: 3/6 .
5. What was the highest score for RCB in that innings?
Kedar Jadhav scored the highest with 9 runs. No RCB batsman reached double digits .
6. How many overs did RCB bat?
RCB batted only 9.4 overs — they didn’t even complete 10 overs .
7. Is RCB 49 the lowest total in IPL history?
Yes. RCB’s 49 vs KKR in 2017 is the lowest team total in IPL history. It is the only time a team has been bowled out for under 50 .
8. What was KKR’s score in that match?
KKR scored 131 all out in 19.3 overs. RCB’s Yuzvendra Chahal took 3/16 .
9. What was the result of RCB 49 all out vs KKR?
KKR won by 82 runs .
10. Did all wickets fall to pace bowlers in that match?
Yes. It was the first time in IPL history that all 10 wickets in an innings were taken by pace bowlers .
11. Which RCB batsman was not out in the 49 all out innings?
Sreenath Aravind was not out on 5 runs .
12. How does RCB 49 compare to the second-lowest IPL total?
The second-lowest is 58 by Rajasthan Royals vs RCB in 2009. RCB’s 49 is 9 runs lower .
