Which team lost an IPL final by just one run?


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The only team to lose an IPL final by just 1 run is the Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS) in IPL 2017 against Mumbai Indians (MI).

Key Details of IPL 2017 Final:

  • Match: Mumbai Indians vs Rising Pune Supergiant

  • Date: May 21, 2017

  • Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad

  • Final Score:

    • Mumbai Indians: 129/8 (20 overs)

    • Rising Pune Supergiant: 128/6 (20 overs)

  • Result: Mumbai Indians won by 1 run

  • Player of the Match: Krunal Pandya

This remains the closest IPL final in history, with Pune falling just short in their chase despite a strong innings from Steve Smith (51 off 50 balls).

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