5 Biggest Flop Captains in the IPL history

By Ravi April 07, 2026 (Photo Source: Social Media)

1. Ruturaj Gaikwad

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad's win percentage as captain has been a mere 37.03% in his last 20 matches.

2. Kumar Sangakkara

Kumar Sangakkara holds the worst record in the IPL; as a captain, his win percentage is only 34.04%.

3. Mahela Jayawardene

Mahela Jayawardene has a win percentage of only 35 in the IPL. He has served as the captain of teams such as the Delhi Daredevils, Kochi Tuskers Kerala, and Kings XI Punjab.

4. Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane, whose win percentage is just 35.89. Rahane has captained teams such as the Kolkata Knight Riders, Rising Pune Supergiants, and Rajasthan Royals.

5. Shikhar Dhawan

Shikhar Dhawan win percentage as a captain in the IPL is 37.03%. Dhawan has captained both teams the Punjab Kings and the Sunrisers Hyderabad.

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