Highest Score in IPL
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is known for its high-scoring matches and thrilling encounters. Over the years, teams have produced some remarkable batting performances, scoring massive totals that have left fans in awe.
The record for the highest score in IPL belongs to Royal Challengers Bangalore. RCB amassed a staggering 263/5 against Pune Warriors India in 2013.
Highest Score in IPL History From 2008 to 2023
| Sr. No. | Team | Score | Opposition | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB | 263/5 | v Warriors | 23-Apr-13 |
| 2 | LSG | 257/5 | v Punjab Kings | 28-Apr-23 |
| 3 | RCB | 248/3 | v Guj Lions | 14-May-16 |
| 4 | CSK | 246/5 | v RR | 3-Apr-10 |
| 5 | KKR | 245/6 | v Kings XI | 12-May-18 |
| 6 | CSK | 240/5 | v Kings XI | 19-Apr-08 |
| 7 | CSK | 235/4 | v KKR | 23-Apr-23 |
| 8 | RCB | 235/1 | v MI | 10-May-15 |
| 9 | MI | 235/9 | v SRH | 8-Oct-21 |
| 10 | GT | 233/3 | v MI | 26-May-23 |
Here is a detailed overview of the top 10 highest team scores in the history of IPL:
10. Gujarat Titans (GT) – 233/3 vs Mumbai Indians (MI)
In the Qualifier 2 match of the Indian Premier League played in Ahmedabad on May 26, 2023, Gujarat Titans faced Mumbai Indians. Gujarat Titans batted first and scored 233/3 in their 20 overs.
Shubman Gill was the standout performer, scoring a brilliant 129 off just 60 balls. Sai Sudharsan also contributed well with 43 off 31 balls.
In reply, Mumbai Indians could only manage 171 runs in 18.2 overs, falling short by 62 runs. Suryakumar Yadav was the top scorer for MI with 61 off 38 balls. Shubman Gill was named the Player of the Match for his exceptional century.
9. Mumbai Indians (MI) – 235/9 vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
MI’s innings against SRH in Abu Dhabi on 8th October 2021 was a rollercoaster ride.Mumbai Indians batted first and scored 235/9 in their 20 overs.
Ishan Kishan was the star of the innings, scoring 84 off just 32 balls. Suryakumar Yadav also contributed significantly with 82 off 40 balls.
In response, Sunrisers Hyderabad could only manage 193/8 in their 20 overs, falling short by 42 runs. Manish Pandey was the top scorer for SRH, scoring an unbeaten 69 off 41 balls. Ishan Kishan was named the Player of the Match for his brilliant batting performance.
8. RCB – 235/1 vs Mumbai Indians (MI)
On May 10, 2015, Royal Challengers Bangalore faced Mumbai Indians. Royal Challengers Bangalore batted first and posted a formidable total of 235/1 in their 20 overs.
AB de Villiers was the star of the innings, scoring an unbeaten 133 off just 59 balls. Virat Kohli also made a significant contribution with an unbeaten 82 off 50 balls.
In response, Mumbai Indians could only manage 196/7 in their 20 overs, falling short by 39 runs. Lendl Simmons was the top scorer for MI, scoring an unbeaten 68 off 53 balls, while Kieron Pollard scored a quick 49 off 24 balls.
7. CSK – 235/4 vs Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
In the 33rd match of the Indian Premier League on April 23, 2023, Chennai Super Kings faced Kolkata Knight Riders. Chennai Super Kings batted first and scored 235/4 in their 20 overs.
Ajinkya Rahane was the standout performer for CSK, scoring an unbeaten 71 off just 29 balls. Devon Conway and Shivam Dube also made significant contributions with scores of 56 and 50 respectively.
In response, Kolkata Knight Riders could only manage 186/8 in their 20 overs, falling short by 49 runs. Jason Roy was the top scorer for KKR, scoring 61 off 26 balls, while Rinku Singh scored an unbeaten 53.
6. CSK – 240/5 vs Kings XI Punjab
In the 2nd match of the Indian Premier League on April 19, 2008, Chennai Super Kings took on Kings XI Punjab. Chennai Super Kings batted first and posted a formidable total of 240/5 in their 20 overs.
Michael Hussey was the star of the innings, scoring an unbeaten 116 off just 54 balls. Suresh Raina contributed with a quickfire 32 off 13 balls.
In response, Kings XI Punjab managed to score 207/4 in their 20 overs, falling short by 33 runs. James Hopes was the top scorer for Punjab, scoring 71 off 33 balls, while Kumar Sangakkara scored 54 off 33 balls.
Michael Hussey was named the Player of the Match for his brilliant century, and he was also named the Cricinfo’s Most Valuable Player for his impactful performance.
5. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) – 245/6 vs Kings XI Punjab
In the 44th match of the Indian Premier League, Kolkata Knight Riders faced off against Kings XI Punjab in Indore on May 12, 2018, Kolkata Knight Riders batted first and scored a massive 245/6 in their 20 overs.
Sunil Narine was the standout performer for KKR, scoring 75 runs off just 36 balls and also taking a wicket. Dinesh Karthik contributed with a quickfire 50 off 23 balls.
Andrew Tye was the pick of the bowlers for Kings XI Punjab, taking 4 wickets for 41 runs. In reply, Kings XI Punjab managed to score 214/8 in their 20 overs, falling short by 31 runs. KL Rahul was the top scorer for Punjab, scoring 66 off 29 balls.
However, it wasn’t enough as Kolkata Knight Riders emerged victorious. Sunil Narine was named the Player of the Match for his all-round performance.
4. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) – 246/5 vs Rajasthan Royals (RR)
In a high-scoring encounter in Chennai on 3rd April 2010, Chennai Super Kings scored 246/5 in their 20 overs. It is CSK highest score in IPL. Murali Vijay was the top scorer with 127 runs off 56 balls.
Rajasthan Royals scored 223/5 in their 20 overs. Naman Ojha remained unbeaten on 94 runs off 55 balls. Chennai Super Kings won the match by 23 runs. Murali Vijay was named the Player of the Match for his exceptional innings.
3. RCB – 248/3 vs Gujarat Lions
While batting first against Gujrat Lions on 14/05/2016, Royal Challengers Bangalore scored 248 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in their 20 overs.
Virat Kohli scored 109 runs off 55 balls, and AB de Villiers played an incredible knock and remained not out on 129 runs off 52 balls.
Gujarat Lions could only manage to score 104 runs in 18.4 overs, losing all their wickets. Aaron Finch was the highest scorer for Gujarat Lions with 37 runs off 38 balls.
Chris Jordan was the most successful bowler for Royal Challengers Bangalore, taking 4 wickets for 22 runs in his 4 overs.
2. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) – 257/5 vs Punjab Kings
Lucknow Super Giants batted first and scored 257 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their 20 overs against Punjab Kings in Mohali on 28th April 2023. It is the highest score in IPL 2023.
Kyle Mayers scored 54 runs off 24 balls, Ayush Badoni scored 43 runs off 24 balls, Marcus Stoinis scored 72 runs off 40 balls, and Nicholas Pooran scored 45 runs off 19 balls.
Deepak Hooda remained not out on 11 runs. Punjab Kings chased the target but could only manage to score 201 runs in 19.5 overs, losing all their wickets.
1. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) – 263/5 vs Warriors
RCB created history by scoring a mammoth total of 263/5 in their 20 overs against the Warriors in Bengaluru on 23rd April 2013. It is rcb highest score in IPL.
The star of the show for RCB was undoubtedly Chris Gayle, the explosive West Indian batsman. Gayle went on a rampage, scoring a blistering 175 runs off just 66 balls.
His innings was a masterclass in power hitting, featuring an incredible 17 sixes and 13 fours. It remains the highest individual score ever recorded in a T20 cricket match, showcasing Gayle’s immense talent and brute force.
Highest Team Score in IPL | List of Top 40 Highest Scores
| Sr. No. | Team | Score | Opposition | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCB | 263/5 | v Warriors | 23-Apr-13 |
| 2 | LSG | 257/5 | v Punjab Kings | 28-Apr-23 |
| 3 | RCB | 248/3 | v Guj Lions | 14-May-16 |
| 4 | CSK | 246/5 | v RR | 3-Apr-10 |
| 5 | KKR | 245/6 | v Kings XI | 12-May-18 |
| 6 | CSK | 240/5 | v Kings XI | 19-Apr-08 |
| 7 | CSK | 235/4 | v KKR | 23-Apr-23 |
| 8 | RCB | 235/1 | v MI | 10-May-15 |
| 9 | MI | 235/9 | v SRH | 8-Oct-21 |
| 10 | GT | 233/3 | v MI | 26-May-23 |
| 11 | KKR | 232/2 | v MI | 28-Apr-19 |
| 12 | Kings XI | 232/2 | v RCB | 17-May-11 |
| 13 | Daredevils | 231/4 | v Kings XI | 23-Apr-11 |
| 14 | Kings XI | 231/4 | v CSK | 7-May-14 |
| 15 | SRH | 231/2 | v RCB | 31-Mar-19 |
| 16 | Kings XI | 230/3 | v MI | 11-May-17 |
| 17 | SRH | 228/4 | v KKR | 14-Apr-23 |
| 18 | DC | 228/4 | v KKR | 3-Oct-20 |
| 19 | RCB | 227/4 | v SRH | 12-Apr-16 |
| 20 | GT | 227/2 | v LSG | 7-May-23 |
| 21 | RR | 226/6 | v Kings XI | 27-Sep-20 |
| 22 | RCB | 226/3 | v Kings XI | 6-May-15 |
| 23 | CSK | 226/6 | v RCB | 17-Apr-23 |
| 24 | Kings XI | 226/6 | v CSK | 30-May-14 |
| 25 | RR | 223/5 | v CSK | 3-Apr-10 |
| 26 | CSK | 223/3 | v DC | 20-May-23 |
| 27 | MI | 223/6 | v Kings XI | 11-May-17 |
| 28 | Kings XI | 223/2 | v RR | 27-Sep-20 |
| 29 | CSK | 223/3 | v SRH | 8-May-13 |
| 30 | CSK | 222/5 | v Daredevils | 25-May-12 |
| 31 | KKR | 222/3 | v RCB | 18-Apr-08 |
| 32 | RR | 222/2 | v DC | 22-Apr-22 |
| 33 | Punjab Kings | 221/6 | v RR | 12-Apr-21 |
| 34 | Kings XI | 221/3 | v RR | 28-May-08 |
| 35 | RR | 220/3 | v SRH | 2-May-21 |
| 36 | CSK | 220/3 | v KKR | 21-Apr-21 |
| 37 | Daredevils | 219/4 | v KKR | 27-Apr-18 |
| 38 | MI | 219/6 | v CSK | 1-May-21 |
| 39 | SRH | 219/2 | v DC | 27-Oct-20 |
Power Play Highest Score in IPL
| Sr. | Team | Opposition | Runs | Match Date | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chennai Super Kings | Kings XI Punjab | 87 | 30-May-14 | Wankhed |
| 2 | Deccan Chargers | Delhi Daredevils | 74 | 22-May-09 | Centurion |
| 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Mumbai Indians | 63 | 8-Oct-21 | Abu Dhabi |
| 4 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Rajasthan Royals | 62 | 11-May-23 | Eden Gardens |
| 5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Kolkata Knight Riders | 62 | 30-Apr-17 | Hyderabad |
