The 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) kicked off on March 22, as a blockbuster clash saw Chennai Super Kings defeat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six wickets on opening day.
On Thursday, April 25, match 41 of the tournament sees third-placed Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) host tenth-placed Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a clash of contrasts. It is a milestone occasion for RCB though, as the franchise takes place in its 250th match.
Here, TSN takes a look at which teams have played the most matches in the competition's history.
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RCB play their 250th IPL game against SRH - Which teams have played the most matches in the Indian Premier League?
Present since the IPL's inaugural season, and the IPL's joint-most successful franchise with five trophies, Mumbai Indians have played the most matches in the history of the league at 255. Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders will also join MI and RCB on 250 matches later in this season.
| Team | Matches |
| Mumbai Indians | 255 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 250* |
| Delhi Capitals | 247 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 244 |
| Punjab Kings | 240 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 233 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 214 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 174 |
| Deccan Chargers | 75 |
| Pune Warriors India | 46 |
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