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Archer's 11-Ball Nightmare: IPL's Longest First Over!
9 May
Summary
- Jofra Archer bowled the IPL's longest-ever first over, spanning 11 deliveries.
- The extended over conceded 18 runs to Gujarat Titans openers.
- This rare record occurred in the opening over, a powerplay phase.
Rajasthan Royals fast bowler Jofra Archer set a new Indian Premier League record on May 9, 2026, for the longest first over in the tournament's history. The extended 11-ball over, bowled against Gujarat Titans' opening batsmen Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, resulted in 18 runs conceded.
Archer, usually known for his pace and accuracy, experienced significant control issues. The over featured numerous wides and a no-ball, providing an unexpected advantage to the Gujarat Titans early in their encounter. This marked the only instance of such a record occurring in the very first over of a match.
The marathon over concluded on its eleventh delivery, with Sudharsan scoring no run off the bat. The incident has prompted discussions among cricket fans regarding the difficulties of swing bowling under floodlights.
