List: IPL Teams with the Most Playoffs Qualification

In the history of the Indian Premier League, several teams have shown remarkable consistency in qualifying for the playoffs.

The top teams that have consistently qualified for the playoffs are Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Mumbai Indians (MI). Both teams have qualified for 12 and 10 times respectively as the final four sides of various IPL seasons.

Here’s the top seven teams with the most IPL playoffs qualifications:

TEAMS	PLAYOFFS QUALIFIED	TITLES WON
Chennai Super Kings	12 times	5
Mumbai Indians	10 times	5
Royal Challengers Bangalore	8 times	0
Kolkata Knight Riders	8 times	2
Sunrisers Hyderabad	6 times	1
Rajasthan Royals	6 times	1
Delhi Capitals	6 times	0

Let’s take a closer look at the top teams that have frequently made it to the IPL playoffs:

1. Chennai Super Kings (CSK): 12

Seasons: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2023

CSK is one of the most successful teams in IPL history, known for its consistency.

CSK has qualified for the playoffs a record 12 times out of the 14 seasons they have played.

Under the leadership of MS Dhoni, CSK has won the IPL title 5 times, showcasing their dominance in the tournament.

2. Mumbai Indians (MI): 10

Seasons: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2023

MI is another powerhouse in the IPL, having won the tournament multiple times.

They have qualified for the playoffs 10 times out of the 17 seasons, showcasing their consistency and strength.

Under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, MI have won the IPL 5 times.

3. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB): 8

Seasons: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2015, 2016, 2020, 2021, 2022

While they have not won an IPL title yet, RCB has qualified for the playoffs eight times out of the 16 seasons.

Known for their strong batting lineup, RCB has been a team to watch out for in the playoffs.

4. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): 8

Seasons: 2011, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2024

KKR is another team that has had its share of success in the IPL.

They have qualified for the playoffs eight times out of the 17 seasons, showcasing their competitive spirit.

With two IPL titles under their belt, KKR has been a formidable team in the tournament.

5. Delhi Capitals (DC), Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): 6

DC Seasons: 2008, 2009, 2012, 2019, 2020, 2021

SRH Seasons: 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

RR Seasons: 2008, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2022, 2024

DC, RR and SRH have been three of the consistent teams in the IPL, when it comes to finishing at the top four.

All three have qualified for the playoffs 6 times each, including Rajasthan’s qualification in the latest 2024 season.

DC has never won a championship since the inception of the tournament in 2008, while RR and SRH have won in 2008 and 2016 respectively.