Rare Instances of Hit Wicket Dismissals in IPL History
In cricket, being dismissed hit wicket is one of the most embarrassing outcomes for a batter. This article explores the rare instances of such dismissals in IPL history, highlighting notable players who have faced this fate. From Musavir Khote to Kusal Mendis, discover the players who have made this unusual exit from the game. Read on to learn more about these rare occurrences and the impact they have on the game.
| May 30, 2025, 22:38 IST
Understanding Hit Wicket Dismissals
In cricket, one of the most embarrassing ways for a batter to be dismissed is through a hit wicket, which occurs when they accidentally break their own stumps with their bat or body. Although such occurrences are infrequent, they certainly leave a lasting impression, often making the batter appear foolish.
Notable Hit Wicket Dismissals in IPL
| S. No | Player Name | Team | Opponent | Year |
| 1. | Musavir Khote | Mumbai Indians | Kings XI Punjab | 2008 |
| 2. | Misbah-ul-Haq | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Kings XI Punjab | 2008 |
| 3. | Swapnil Asnodkar | Rajasthan Royals | Chennai Super Kings | 2009 |
| 4. | Ravindra Jadeja | Chennai Super Kings | Deccan Chargers | 2012 |
| 5. | Saurabh Tiwary | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Mumbai Indians | 2012 |
| 6. | Yuvraj Singh | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Mumbai Indians | 2016 |
| 7. | Deepak Hooda | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Delhi Daredevils | 2016 |
| 8. | David Warner | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kings XI Punjab | 2016 |
| 9. | Sheldon Jackson | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rising Pune Supergiants | 2017 |
| 10. | Riyan Parag | Rajasthan Royals | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2019 |
| 11. | Hardik Pandya | Mumbai Indians | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2020 |
| 12. | Rashid Khan | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Chennai Super Kings | 2020 |
| 13. | Jonny Bairstow | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Mumbai Indians | 2021 |
| 14. | B. Sai Sudharsan | Gujarat Titans | Mumbai Indians | 2022 |
| 15. | Ayush Badoni | Lucknow Super Giants | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2023 |
| 16. | Abhinav Manohar | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Mumbai Indians | 2025 |
| 17. | Kusal Mendis | Gujarat Titans | Mumbai Indians | 2025 |
Conclusion
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