Indian cricket is notable for winning two ICC World Cups. The introduction of the Indian Premier League is a significant part of Indian cricket history. The Indian Premier League has been captivating fans for over a decade. The first-ever IPL match provided valuable insights into the future of the tournament. The initial IPL match gave a glimpse of the excitement that would follow in the years ahead.
Let’s explore some of the remarkable IPL records that have been established
Most Runs By A Player In A Single Innings
Brendon McCullum’s 158* marked the beginning of the Indian Premier League.Chris Gayle’s 175* off 66 balls against Pune Warriors India in 2013 stands as the IPL’s largest individual innings.
During his unbeaten 175, Chris Gayle achieved the fastest century in IPL history.Jamaican cricketer Chris Gayle recorded this remarkable feat.
| Most Runs By A Player In A Single Innings | |||||||||
| Player | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR | Team | Opposition | Ground | Match Date |
| CH Gayle | 175* | 66 | 13 | 17 | 265.15 | RCB | v Warriors | Bengaluru | 23 Apr 2013 |
| BB McCullum | 158* | 73 | 10 | 13 | 216.43 | KKR | v RCB | Bengaluru | 18 Apr 2008 |
| Q de Kock | 140* | 70 | 10 | 10 | 200 | Super Giants | v KKR | DY Patil | 18 May 2022 |
| AB de Villiers | 133* | 59 | 19 | 4 | 225.42 | RCB | v Mumbai | Wankhede | 10 May 2015 |
| KL Rahul | 132* | 69 | 14 | 7 | 191.3 | Kings XI | v RCB | Dubai (DSC) | 24 Sep 2020 |
Most Runs in IPL (Overall)
Virat Kohli is known as a T20 specialist in India. He has set a remarkable record in the history of the Indian Premier League. Kohli has scored an astonishing total of 6844 runs in 220 innings. Shikhar Dhawan follows closely with 6477 runs, securing the second position. Notably, four out of the top five run-scorers in IPL are Indian players. Rohit Sharma has achieved 6014 runs, and Suresh Raina has scored 5528 runs, making them part of this elite group.
Speaking of records, Suresh Raina holds another impressive IPL record. He has made the most number of catches in IPL history, totaling 109 catches.
Most Sixes In An Innings By A Player: IPL Records
Chris Gayle is highly successful in the Indian Premier League. He holds the record for the most sixes in a single innings. He also leads in the total number of maximums over ten years of IPL. During IPL 2013, he crushed Pune Warriors with 17 sixes in a match. His overall IPL total is 265 sixes across 100 innings. Suresh Raina, on the other hand, has the IPL record for the highest number of catches, which is 109.
| Most sixes in an innings | |||||
| Player | 6s | Team | Opposition | Ground | Match Date |
| Chris Gayle | 17 | RCB | v Warriors | Bengaluru | 23 Apr 2013 |
| Brendon McCullum | 13 | KKR | v RCB | Bengaluru | 18 Apr 2008 |
| Chris Gayle | 13 | RCB | v Daredevils | Delhi | 17 May 2012 |
| Chris Gayle | 12 | RCB | v Kings XI | Bengaluru | 6 May 2015 |
| AB de Villiers | 12 | RCB | v Guj Lions | Bengaluru | 14 May 2016 |
Biggest Batting Partnership
In a crucial do-or-die match, RCB faced Gujarat Lions with hopes of qualifying for IPL 2016 playoffs. Chris Gayle’s early exit put pressure on RCB. Virat Kohli and AB De Villiers teamed up at the crease to rescue the team.
A remarkable partnership between Kohli and De Villiers, scoring 229 runs, saved RCB. This record-breaking stand unfolded in just 96 deliveries. Kohli’s contribution was a steady 109 runs off 55 balls, while De Villiers displayed his brilliance with a fierce 129 off 52 balls.
Notably, Kohli and De Villiers had previously set a record of 215 runs together. However, in this match, their partnership of 229 runs became the largest in all T20 leagues. This achievement added another feather to their cap.
Shifting the focus, Suresh Raina holds an impressive IPL record of taking the most number of catches, with a total of 109 catches. His fielding prowess has been a significant asset for his team.
| Highest partnerships by runs | ||||||
| Partners | Runs | Wkt | Team | Opposition | Ground | Match Date |
| V Kohli, AB de Villiers | 229 | 2nd | RCB | v Guj Lions | Bengaluru | 14 May 2016 |
| V Kohli, AB de Villiers | 215* | 2nd | RCB | v Mumbai | Wankhede | 10 May 2015 |
| Q de Kock, KL Rahul | 210* | 1st | Super Giants | v KKR | DY Patil | 18 May 2022 |
| AC Gilchrist, SE Marsh | 206 | 2nd | Kings XI | v RCB | Dharamsala | 17 May 2011 |
| CH Gayle, V Kohli | 204* | 2nd | RCB | v Daredevils | Delhi | 17 May 2012 |
Most Wickets By A Bowler In An Innings
Alzarri Joseph achieved remarkable bowling figures of 6-12 in just 3.4 overs for Mumbai Indians against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2019. This broke the previous record set by Sohail Tanvir during the inaugural season of IPL in 2008, which stood for an impressive 11 years. Sohail Tanvir had taken 6-14 for Rajasthan Royals against Chennai Super Kings, bowling four overs. Alzarri Joseph’s outstanding performance now holds the title for the best bowling figures in IPL history.
Adam Zampa secures the third spot with his performance of 6-19 in four overs for Rising Pune Supergiants against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2016. The fourth position is claimed by the former Indian spinner Anil Kumble, who managed to pick up 5-5 in 3.1 overs for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Rajasthan Royals in 2009. The fifth and final position on the list is occupied by Jasprit Bumrah from Mumbai Indians. He took 5-10 in four overs against Kolkata Knight Riders in 2022. These five bowlers have left a lasting mark in the IPL history books with their extraordinary bowling displays that will be cherished for years to come.
| Best bowling figures in an innings | |||||
| Player | Overs | BBI | Team | Opposition | Match Date |
| AS Joseph | 3.4 | 6-12 | Mumbai | v Sunrisers | 6 Apr 2019 |
| Sohail Tanvir | 4 | 6-14 | Royals | v Super Kings | 4 May 2008 |
| A Zampa | 4 | 6-19 | Supergiants | v Sunrisers | 10 May 2016 |
| A Kumble | 3.1 | 5-5 | RCB | v Royals | 18 Apr 2009 |
| JJ Bumrah | 4 | 5-10 | Mumbai | v KKR | 9 May 2022 |
Most Number Of Hat-Tricks: IPL records
Amit Mishra, in the span of 10 years of Indian Premier League history, has taken the highest number of hat-tricks by a player, totaling three times (2008, 2011, and 2013). He stands as the record holder out of 17 hat-tricks in IPL. With 126 IPL matches under his belt, Mishra has achieved a remarkable feat of 134 wickets. In the league, he holds the second-highest wicket-taker position, showcasing his veteran skills. His best bowling figures of 5/17 further highlight his exceptional performance.
Most Number Of Wickets (Overall)
Dwayne Bravo is renowned as one of the finest limited-overs bowlers. He boasts the highest wickets in IPL history, totaling 183 in 158 innings. His best figures stand at 22/4.
Yuzvendra Chahal, a player for various teams including Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore, has secured 177 wickets across 136 innings spanning 137 matches from 2013 to 2023.
Lasith Malinga, representing Mumbai Indians, holds a record of 170 wickets in 122 innings during 122 matches between 2009 and 2019.
Amit Mishra, associated with Delhi Daredevils and Sunrisers Hyderabad, claims the fourth spot with 169 wickets in 157 innings spread over 157 matches from 2008 to 2023.
These remarkable bowlers have consistently left a mark on the league, showcasing their remarkable skills and significant contributions to the sport.
| Most Number Of Wickets (Overall) | ||||||||
| Player | Span | Mat | Inns | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Ave | Econ |
| DJ Bravo | 2008-2022 | 161 | 158 | 4360 | 183 | 4/22 | 23.82 | 8.38 |
| YS Chahal | 2013-2023 | 137 | 136 | 3822 | 177 | 5/40 | 21.59 | 7.64 |
| SL Malinga | 2009-2019 | 122 | 122 | 3365 | 170 | 5/13 | 19.79 | 7.14 |
| A Mishra | 2008-2023 | 157 | 157 | 4032 | 169 | 5/17 | 23.85 | 7.34 |
| R Ashwin | 2009-2023 | 190 | 187 | 4696 | 165 | 4/34 | 28.46 | 6.96 |
Highest Team Total In A Match
Royal Challengers Bangalore appears three times in the top five list of highest team totals, showcasing their powerful batting lineup featuring players such as Chris Gayle, AB De Villiers, and Virat Kohli.
During the 2013 Chinnaswamy stadium match, a Chris Gayle onslaught led RCB to score an impressive 263 runs against Pune Warriors. As anticipated, Pune Warriors suffered a significant defeat, losing the match by a margin of 130 runs.
| Highest Team Total In A Match | ||||||
| Team | Score | Overs | RR | Opposition | Ground | Match Date |
| RCB | 263/5 | 20 | 13.15 | v Warriors | Bengaluru | 23 Apr 2013 |
| RCB | 248/3 | 20 | 12.4 | v Guj Lions | Bengaluru | 14 May 2016 |
| Super Kings | 246/5 | 20 | 12.3 | v Royals | Chennai | 3 Apr 2010 |
| KKR | 245/6 | 20 | 12.25 | v Kings XI | Indore | 12 May 2018 |
| Super Kings | 240/5 | 20 | 12 | v Kings XI | Mohali | 19 Apr 2008 |
Lowest Total Defended: IPL records
Chennai Super Kings, a two-time IPL champion, holds the record for the lowest defended total. This achievement isn’t surprising given that MS Dhoni was leading the team against Kings XI Punjab. In a group game during IPL 2009, CSK batted first and only scored 116/9. Despite this, MS Dhoni’s strategic leadership secured a 24-run victory.
| Lowest scores defended in IPL | |||
| First Innings | Second Innings | Win Margin | Year |
| CSK – 116/9 | PBKS – 92/8 | 24 runs | 2009 |
| SRH – 118 | MI – 87 | 21 runs | 2018 |
| PBKS – 119/8 | MI – 116/7 | 3 runs | 2009 |
| SRH – 119/8 | PWI – 108 | 11 runs | 2013 |
| MI – 120/9 | PWI – 119/6 | 1 run | 2012 |
Largest Winning Margin
Mumbai Indians, a team that has secured the championship thrice and emerged victorious in IPL 2017, holds the distinction of achieving the most substantial winning margin in the tournament’s history.
In the 10th edition of the Indian Premier League, Mumbai Indians displayed their dominance by defeating Delhi Daredevils. The margin of victory was an impressive 146 runs, with the hosts being bowled out for a mere 66 runs during the second innings.
This achievement surpassed the previous IPL record for the largest winning margin. The record was previously held by RCB and was established on the same day as the remarkable 229-run partnership between Virat Kohli and De Villiers.
| Largest Winning Margin | ||||||
| Winner | Margin | Target | Opposition | Ground | Match Date | |
| Mumbai | 146 runs | 213 | v Daredevils | Delhi | 6 May 2017 | |
| RCB | 144 runs | 249 | v Guj Lions | Bengaluru | 14 May 2016 | |
| KKR | 140 runs | 223 | v RCB | Bengaluru | 18 Apr 2008 | |
| RCB | 138 runs | 227 | v Kings XI | Bengaluru | 6 May 2015 | |
| RCB | 130 runs | 264 | v Warriors | Bengaluru | 23 Apr 2013 | |
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