Anshul Kamboj makes unwanted IPL history: Highest economy rate in a T20 match listed
TL;DR
Anshul Kamboj set an unwanted record by conceding 63 runs in just 16 balls, achieving the highest economy rate in IPL history during a match against CSK. LSG secured a victory over CSK following this performance.
Key points
- Anshul Kamboj conceded 63 runs in 16 balls
- Kamboj recorded the worst economy rate in IPL history
- LSG won against CSK
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KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Anshul Kamboj conceded 63 runs in 16 balls during CSK vs LSG clash.
- Kamboj recorded the worst economy rate in IPL history.
- LSG got back to winning ways against CSK on Friday.
Anshul Kamboj makes unwanted IPL history
India international fast bowler Anshul Kamboj recorded an unwanted history in the Indian Premier League on Friday as he conceded 63 runs after bowling just 16 deliveries during Chennai Super Kings vs Lucknow Super Giants clash at Ekana Stadium.
Kamboj recorded an economy rate of 23.63, the worst recorded by any bowler in the history of the competition, who has bowled at least 2 overs in an innings.
He broke the record previously held by Washington Sundar, who conceded 46 runs in 2 overs during an IPL 2024 clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals.
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Highest economy rate in an IPL match
| Player | Team | Opponent | Overs | Runs | Econ. | Year | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anshul Kamboj | CSK | LSG | 2.4 | 63 | 23.62 | 2026 | Lucknow |
| Washington Sundar | SRH | DC | 2.0 | 46 | 23.00 | 2024 | Delhi |
| Ali Murtaza | PWI | RCB | 2.0 | 45 | 22.50 | 2013 | Bengaluru |
| Khaleel Ahmed | CSK | RCB | 3.0 | 65 | 21.66 | 2025 | Bengaluru |
| Avesh Khan | RR | DC | 2.0 | 42 | 21.00 | 2024 | Delhi |
| Ashwini Kumar | MI | CSK | 2.0 | 42 | 21.00 | 2025 | Mumbai |
| Arshad Khan | GT | CSK | 2.0 | 42 | 21.00 | 2025 | Ahmedabad |
(Minimum 2 overs bowled)
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Highest economy rate in a T20 match
| Player | Team | Opponent | O vers | Runs | Econ. | Year | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mungun Altankhuyag | Mongolia | Nepal | 2.0 | 55 | 27.50 | 2023 | Hangzhou |
| Lee Yong Lepcha | Sikkim | Baroda | 2.0 | 55 | 27.50 | 2024 | Indore |
| Vasu Saini | Romania | Belgium | 2.0 | 54 | 27.00 | 2025 | Ilfov County |
| Inosha Gunawardene | Police Sports Club | Nondescripts | 2.0 | 52 | 26.00 | 2020 | Colombo |
| Wesley Agar | Kent | Somerset | 2.0 | 51 | 25.50 | 2025 | Taunton |
| Ben Allison | Essex | Sussex | 2.0 | 50 | 25.00 | 2022 | Chelmsford |
| Anthony Razmilic | Croatia | Spain | 2.0 | 50 | 25.00 | 2025 | Cartagena |
(Minimum 2 overs bowled)
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Q&A
What is Anshul Kamboj's economy rate in the IPL match against CSK?
Anshul Kamboj recorded the highest economy rate in IPL history by conceding 63 runs in 16 balls.
Which teams played in the match where Kamboj set the economy rate record?
The match was between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
How did LSG perform in their match against CSK?
LSG won the match against CSK, marking their return to winning ways.
What is the significance of Kamboj's performance in IPL history?
Kamboj's performance is significant as it marks the worst economy rate recorded in IPL history.