RR (Rajasthan Royals) All IPL Final Match List
RR all IPL final match List:Not many thought Rajasthan Royals (RR) would win the inaugural IPL season in 2008. Teams like Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Kolkata Knight Riders had star-studded lineups and seemed to be the favorites.
However, legendary Australian leg-spinner and captain Shane Warne worked his magic with RR. With standout performances from players like Yusuf Pathan and Shane Watson, RR finished as the table-toppers in the league stage.
Rajasthan Royals Final Match List
| Season | Against | Venue | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Chennai Super Kings | DY Patil | June 1, 2008 | Champion |
| 2022 | Gujarat Titans | Ahmedabad | May 29, 2022 | Runners-up |
2008 Final: Rajasthan Royals vs Chennai Super Kings
In a thrilling final at DY Patil Stadium, Rajasthan Royals made history by winning the first-ever IPL title.
- CSK Batting First: Chennai Super Kings posted 163/5 in 20 overs, with Yusuf Pathan leading RR’s bowling attack, taking 3/22.
- RR’s Chase: Rajasthan Royals had a shaky start at 42/3. Shane Watson (28 off 19 balls) and Yusuf Pathan steadied the innings with a crucial 65-run partnership.
- Final Over Drama: Needing 9 runs off the last over, RR held their nerves and clinched victory on the final ball, winning by 3 wickets. Under Shane Warne’s leadership, RR became the first-ever IPL champions.
This incredible win ignited hope, but what followed was a long period without another final appearance.
Long Wait Between 2008-2021 Without a Final Appearance
Despite their fairy-tale triumph in 2008, Rajasthan Royals struggled to maintain consistency in the following years. From 2009 to 2021, they failed to reach another IPL final.
2020: Despite multiple playoff appearances, RR couldn’t replicate their 2008 success, continuing their wait for a second IPL final.
2009: Finished 6th out of 8 teams, missing the playoffs despite decent performances from Shane Watson and Yusuf Pathan.
2013: Under Rahul Dravid’s captaincy, RR reached the playoffs, finishing 3rd in the league. They lost to Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2.
2015: RR made the playoffs again but lost to Chennai Super Kings in Qualifier 2, despite Sanju Samson’s 90 off 47 balls.
2018: Led by Ajinkya Rahane, RR qualified for the playoffs but were knocked out by Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator match.
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2022 Final: Rajasthan Royals vs Gujarat Titans
After a 14-year wait, Rajasthan Royals returned to the IPL final in 2022, facing debutants Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad.
- RR Batting First: Rajasthan Royals posted a modest 130/9, with Jos Buttler scoring 39 runs.
- GT’s Chase: Gujarat Titans comfortably chased the target, scoring 133/3 in 18.1 overs, with Hardik Pandya leading the charge.
- Result: RR finished as runners-up, but their resurgence gave hope for future success.
List of All IPL Winners from 2008 to 2024
Here is the list of winners of all IPL seasons from 2008 to 2024:
List of IPL Winners (2008-2024)
| Year | Winner |
| 2008 | Rajasthan Royals |
| 2009 | Deccan Chargers |
| 2010 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2011 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2012 | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| 2013 | Mumbai Indians |
| 2014 | Kolkata Knight Riders |
| 2015 | Mumbai Indians |
| 2016 | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| 2017 | Mumbai Indians |
| 2018 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2019 | Mumbai Indians |
| 2020 | Mumbai Indians |
| 2021 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2022 | Gujarat Titans |
| 2023 | Chennai Super Kings |
| 2024 | Kolkata Knight Riders |
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