highest score in Indian Premier League history
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed some remarkable batting displays over the years, resulting in jaw-dropping team totals that have left fans in awe. Let’s delve into the highest team totals in IPL history, showcasing the explosive batting prowess of various franchises.
Sunrisers Hyderabad: 277/3 (2024)
Sunrisers Hyderabad made history in the 2024 IPL season by registering the highest team total ever recorded in the league’s history. Their monumental score of 277/3 came against the Mumbai Indians at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. Travis Head’s blistering 24-ball 62 and Abhishek Sharma’s rapid 63 off 23 balls set the stage for this incredible feat. Abhishek Sharma also achieved the fastest half-century for Sunrisers Hyderabad, reaching the milestone in just 16 balls. Heinrich Klaasen (80) and Aiden Markram (42) provided the finishing touches, propelling the hosts past the 250-run mark.
Royal Challengers Bangalore: 263/5 (2013)
The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) hold the record for the second-highest team total in IPL history. This feat was achieved during the 2013 season against the Pune Warriors India (PWI). RCB’s imposing total was propelled by Chris Gayle’s legendary unbeaten 175, which remains the highest individual score in IPL history. The match, played at the MCA Stadium in Pune, saw RCB emerge victorious by a massive margin of 130 runs.
Lucknow Super Giants: 257/5 (2023)
In the 2023 edition of the IPL, the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) showcased their batting prowess by amassing a formidable total of 257/5 against the Punjab Kings. Playing at the Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) Stadium in Mohali, LSG’s dominant batting performance secured them a commanding victory by 56 runs.
Royal Challengers Bangalore: 248/3 (2016)
RCB makes another appearance on the list with their total of 248/3, achieved during the 2016 season against an opponent. AB de Villiers stole the show with his remarkable 52-ball unbeaten 129, supported by a century from Virat Kohli (103). The match, played at the iconic M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, witnessed RCB clinch victory by a staggering margin of 144 runs.
| Top 10 Highest Successful Run Chase in IPL history | |||||
| S.No | Team | Score | Target | Opposition | Date |
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals | 226/6 | 224 | Punjab Kings | 27-09-2020 |
| 2 | Mumbai Indians | 219/6 | 219 | Chennai Super Kings | 01-05-2021 |
| 3 | Rajasthan Royals | 217/7 | 215 | Deccan Chargers | 24-04-2008 |
| 4 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 217/6 | 215 | Rajasthan Royals | 07-05-2023 |
| 5 | Mumbai Indians | 216/4 | 215 | Punjab Kings | 03-05-2023 |
| 6 | Mumbai Indians | 214/4 | 213 | Rajasthan Royals | 30-04-2023 |
| 7 | Lucknow Super Giants | 213/9 | 213 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 10-04-2023 |
| 8 | Lucknow Super Giants | 211/4 | 211 | Chennai Super Kings | 31-03-2022 |
| 9 | Delhi | 214/3 | 209 | Gujarat Lions | 04-05-2017 |
| 10 | Kings XI Punjab | 211/4 | 206 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 14-05-2014 |
Chennai Super Kings: 246/5 (Year)
Under the leadership of MS Dhoni, the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) showcased their batting prowess by posting a formidable total of 246/5. This remarkable feat was achieved during a memorable encounter at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Despite Murali Vijay’s century, CSK fell short of the target against their opponents.
Kolkata Knight Riders: 245/6 (2018)
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) etched their name in IPL history with a formidable total of 245/6. This remarkable feat was accomplished during the 2018 season at the Holkar Stadium in Indore. Sunil Narine’s explosive 75 off 36 balls and Dinesh Karthik’s quickfire 50 off 23 balls propelled KKR to their imposing total, securing them victory over their opponents.
| Top six highest team score in IPL history | ||||
| Team | Score | Opposition | Date | Result |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 277-3 | v Mumbai Indians | 27/03/24 | TBD |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 263/5 | v Pune Warriors India | 23 Apr 2013 | RCB won by 130 runs |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 257/5 | v Punjab Kings | 28 April 2023 | LSG won by 56 runs |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 248/3 | v Guj Lions | 14 May 2016 | RCB won by 144 runs |
| Chennai Super Kings | 246/5 | v Royals | 3 Apr 2010 | CSK won by 23 runs |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 245/6 | v Kings XI | 12 May 2018 | KKR won by 31 runs |
These extraordinary team totals serve as a testament to the electrifying batting talent and thrilling encounters that define the Indian Premier League.
