Highest Score in IPL Powerplay

in T20 cricket, With only two fielders allowed outside the 30-yard circle, batters have more freedom to swing and score boundaries. A good powerplay with a high run rate can put the batting team in a dominant position. 

We have witnessed unforgettable power-hitting displays in the powerpaly in IPL. 

The record for the highest score in IPL powerplay belongs to Kolkata Knight Riders, scoring a whopping 105 runs against Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2017.

What Is the IPL Powerplay Highest Score?

Sr. No.	Team	Runs	Vs	Match Date	Venue
1	Kolkata Knight Riders	105	Royal Challengers Bangalore	7 May 2017	Bengaluru
2	Chennai Super Kings	100	Kings XI Punjab	30 May 2014	Wankhede
3	Rajasthan Royals	85	Sunrisers Hyderabad	2 April 2023	Hyderabad
4	Deccan Chargers	84	Delhi Daredevils	22 May 2009	Centurion
5	Mumbai Indians	83	Sunrisers Hyderabad	8 Oct 2021	Abu Dhabi
6	Punjab Kings	83	Royal Challengers Bangalore	13 May 2022	Brabourne
7	Sunrisers Hyderabad	79	Kolkata Knight Riders	30 Apr 2017	Hyderabad
8	Rajasthan Royals	78	Kolkata Knight Riders	11 May 2023	Eden Gardens
9	Mumbai Indians	78	Chennai Super Kings	14 May 2008	Wankhede
10	Sunrisers Hyderabad	76	Chennai Super Kings	2 May 2015	Hyderabad
11	Chennai Super Kings	75	Rajasthan Royals	20 May 2022	Brabourne
12	Lucknow Super Giants	74	Punjab Kings	28 Apr 2023	Mohali
13	Kings XI Punjab	68	Chennai Super Kings	5 May 2019	Mohali
14	Rajasthan Royals	65	Gujarat Titans	14 Apr 2022	DY Patil
15	Sunrisers Hyderabad	64	Chennai Super Kings	22 May 2014	Ranchi

Here is a detailed overview of the top 10 highest scores in the IPL powerplay:

10. Sunrisers Hyderabad – 76 runs vs. Chennai Super Kings

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s batsmen put on a spirited performance against Chennai Super Kings on 2nd May 2015 in Hyderabad. 

David Warner’s aggressive batting and Shikhar Dhawan’s support helped SRH amass 76 runs in the powerplay, setting the foundation for a competitive total.

9. Mumbai Indians – 78 runs vs. Chennai Super Kings

In a high-scoring encounter against Chennai Super Kings on 14th May 2008 at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai Indians got off to a flying start. 

Sanath Jayasuriya’s explosive batting paved the way for MI to score 78 runs in the powerplay, setting the stage for a thrilling match.

8. Rajasthan Royals – 78 runs vs. Kolkata Knight Riders

Rajasthan Royals’ batsmen put on a show against Kolkata Knight Riders on 11th May 2023 at Eden Gardens. Led by Yashasvi Jaiswal, RR scored 78 runs in the powerplay, with their top order batsmen dominating the KKR bowlers.

7. Sunrisers Hyderabad – 79 runs vs. Kolkata Knight Riders

In a match against Kolkata Knight Riders on 30th April 2017 in Hyderabad, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s top order came out all guns blazing. 

David Warner and Shikhar Dhawan’s aggressive batting propelled SRH to 79 runs in the powerplay, setting the stage for a comfortable victory.

6. Punjab Kings – 83 runs vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore

Punjab Kings’ batsmen showcased their firepower against Royal Challengers Bangalore on 13th May 2022 at the Brabourne Stadium. 

Led by Jonny Bairstow’s aggressive batting, PBKS amassed 83 runs in the powerplay, laying a solid foundation for a big total.

5. Mumbai Indians – 83 runs vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad

Mumbai Indians’ explosive batting line-up was on full display against Sunrisers Hyderabad on 8th October 2021 in Abu Dhabi. 

Ishan Kishan and Rohit Sharma set the tone early on, with their aggressive strokeplay propelling MI to 83 runs in the powerplay.

4. Deccan Chargers – 84 runs vs. Delhi Daredevils

In a match against Delhi Daredevils on 22nd May 2009 at Centurion, Deccan Chargers stamped their authority with a formidable display of batting. 

Adam Gilchrist and Herschelle Gibbs led the charge, smashing the DD bowlers to all parts of the ground to post a daunting total of 84 runs in the powerplay.

3. Rajasthan Royals – 85 runs vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rajasthan Royals’ batsmen were in sublime form against Sunrisers Hyderabad on 2nd April 2023 in Hyderabad. Led by Jos Buttler, RR notched up 85 runs in the powerplay, with their top order batsmen showcasing their skill and power-hitting abilities.

2. Chennai Super Kings – 100 runs vs. Kings XI Punjab

Chennai Super Kings displayed their batting prowess against Kings XI Punjab on 30th May 2014 at the Wankhede Stadium. They made their highest IPL powerplay score.

Suresh Raina played an outstanding knock of 87 runs off just 25 balls and unleashed a flurry of boundaries and sixes to amass 100 runs in the powerplay. This blistering start set the stage for a commanding victory for CSK.

1. Kolkata Knight Riders – 105 runs vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore

In a match against Royal Challengers Bangalore on 7th May 2017 in Bengaluru, Kolkata Knight Riders made the most runs in IPL powerplay. 

They put up a staggering 105 runs in their first six overs. It is also the KKR’s highest score in IPL powerplay.

Their openers, Sunil Narine and Chris Lynn, wreaked havoc on the RCB bowlers, smashing boundaries at will. Narine’s explosive batting, coupled with Lynn’s solid innings, laid the foundation for a massive total.

IPL Powerplay Highest Score 2023

Sr. No.	Team	Runs	Vs	Match Date	Venue
1	Rajasthan Royals	85	Sunrisers Hyderabad	2 April 2023	Hyderabad
2	Lucknow Super Giants	80	Chennai Super Kings	3 April 2023	Chennai
3	Chennai Super Kings	79	Lucknow Super Giants	3 April 2023	Chennai
4	Rajasthan Royals	78	Kolkata Knight Riders	11 May 2023	Eden Gardens
5	Gujarat Titans	78	Lucknow Super Giants	7 May 2023	Ahmedabad
6	Royal Challengers Bangalore	75	Chennai Super Kings	17 April 2023	Bengaluru
7	Lucknow Super Giants	74	Punjab Kings	28 April 2023	Mohali
8	Mumbai Indians	72	Kolkata Knight Riders	16 April 2023	Wankhede
9	Chennai Super Kings	72	Gujarat Titans	7 May 2023	Ahmedabad
10	Mumbai Indians	72	Gujarat Titans	26 May 2023	Ahmedabad