From Most Runs To Most Wickets: Here Are The Top Records In IPL History
IPL stats and records: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has established itself as the most successful T20 league in world cricket. It has transformed the dynamics of the game, impacting how cricket is played in various countries. This cash-rich league has provided a platform for many players to showcase their talent at the highest level.
Over the years, the IPL has witnessed some incredible performances, leading to numerous records that were unimaginable in earlier eras. These records are not limited to batting or bowling superstars; even lesser-known players have achieved remarkable feats. As IPL 2024 comes to an end today let's take a look at some of the significant records in IPL history:
What is the highest total in IPL history?
On April 15, 2024, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) achieved a remarkable feat in the IPL by scoring a massive 287 runs for the loss of just 3 wickets in their 20 overs. This impressive total was made against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in Bengaluru. SRH maintained a high run rate of 14.35 runs per over, making it one of the highest scores in IPL history. This explosive innings took place in the first innings of the match, showcasing SRH's powerful batting lineup.
What is the lowest total in IPL history?
In IPL history, one of the lowest totals recorded is by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), who were bowled out for just 49 runs in 9.4 overs. This happened during the second innings of their match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens on April 23, 2017. The run rate for this innings was 5.06. This score remains one of the lowest in the league's history and highlights a tough day for RCB against a strong KKR bowling attack.
Highest match aggregates
In a match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on April 15, 2024, held at Bengaluru, the teams collectively scored a total of 549 runs and lost 10 wickets in 40 overs. The run rate (RR) for the match was calculated at 13.72, indicating a high-scoring and fast-paced game. This match witnessed an exceptional performance from both teams, resulting in the highest match aggregates recorded during the game.
Lowest match aggregates
In a match between Kings XI and Daredevils, the lowest match aggregate was recorded, with a total of 135 runs scored and all 10 wickets taken in just 25 overs, showcasing a low run rate of 5.4 runs per over. This match took place at the Mohali ground on April 30, 2017. The teams struggled to accumulate runs, resulting in a low-scoring affair with wickets falling at regular intervals. Such matches often indicate challenging batting conditions or exceptional bowling performances that restrict the scoring opportunities for both teams.
Largest victory By runs
The largest victory by runs in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL) was achieved by the Mumbai Indians (MI) against the Delhi Daredevils on May 6, 2017, at the Delhi ground. Mumbai secured a massive win with a margin of 146 runs. In that match, Mumbai Indians batted first and set a challenging target of 213 runs for the Delhi Daredevils. However, Delhi could only manage to score 66 runs in their allotted 20 overs, resulting in a comprehensive victory for Mumbai Indians. This remarkable victory highlighted Mumbai's dominance in the match, showcasing their strong batting and bowling performance.
Which Is The Largest victory By runs?
On April 27, 2008, the Hyderabad Deccan Chargers won against the Mumbai Indians. They achieved a target score of 155 runs in just 12 overs without losing any wickets. It was a dominant victory for the Chargers, winning by 10 wickets.
Most extras in an innings
In a low-scoring game at Eden Gardens on April 20, 2008, the Deccan Chargers faced Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and lost by five wickets. The Chargers gave away 28 extra runs which included 4 byes (b), 8 leg byes (lb), 15 wides (w), and 1 no-ball (nb).?
Who has the most runs in IPL?
Virat Kohli, playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) from 2008 to 2024, has scored the most runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history. He played 252 matches, with 244 innings. Kohli scored a total of 8,004 runs, with a highest score of 113 not out. His batting average stands at 38.66, and he faced 6,065 balls with a strike rate of 131.97. Kohli has scored 8 centuries and 55 half-centuries, with 10 times being dismissed without scoring. He hit 705 fours and 272 sixes during his IPL career.
Who has the highest score in IPL?
On April 23, 2013, in Bengaluru, Chris Gayle achieved the highest individual score in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) against Pune Warriors, Gayle scored an unbeaten 175 runs off just 66 balls. His innings included 13 fours and a remarkable 17 sixes, with a staggering strike rate of 265.15.
Who has the most centuries in IPL?
Several players have scored centuries in IPL history. The leader of the pack is Virat Kohli with a whopping 8 centuries! Following him are Jos Buttler with 7 and Chris Gayle with 6 centuries. Many other talented batsmen like David Warner and KL Rahul have also smashed 4 centuries each.
Who has the most fifties (and over) in IPL?
Many players have scored fifties, or half-centuries, in IPL history. The batsman with the most fifties is David Warner, who has an impressive 62 fifties to his name!? Other great players like Virat Kohli (63 fifties), Shikhar Dhawan (53 fifties), and Rohit Sharma (45 fifties) also have many fifties under their belts.
Who has the most ducks in IPL history?
There's a tie for the most ducks in IPL history!? Both Glenn Maxwell and Dinesh Karthik have been dismissed without scoring (a duck) 18 times in their IPL careers.
Who hit the most sixes in IPL history?
Chris Gayle has hit the most sixes in IPL history by a significant margin. He currently holds the record with a whopping 357 sixes followed by Rohit Sharma (280), Virat Kohli (272) and MS Dhoni (252).
Who hit the most sixes in an innings in IPL history?
Chris Gayle holds the record for most sixes hit in an IPL inning. The "Universe Boss" smashed a whopping 17 sixes in his unbeaten knock of 175 runs in 2013!
Who was the first player to hit in IPL?
The honor of scoring the first-ever century in IPL history belongs to Brendon McCullum. He achieved this feat while playing for Kolkata Knight Riders in the very first match of the league! He scored 158 runs in 73 balls with 10 fours and 13 sixes against RCB On 18 April 2008.
Who scored the most runs in a series?
The king of run-scoring in a single IPL season is Virat Kohli.? This fiery batsman achieved this feat in the 2016 edition, smashing an incredible 973 runs across 16 matches!? Not only did he dominate the run charts, but he also slammed a record-breaking four centuries and seven fifties (scoring between 50 and 99 runs) during that season.? His phenomenal batting display at a blistering strike rate of over 152 left everyone in awe and remains unbeaten as the highest run total by a batsman in a single IPL season.
Who took the most wickets in IPL history?
Yuzvendra Chahal, a skillful leg-spinner from India, reigns supreme as the bowler with the most wickets in IPL history. As of today, May 26, 2024, Chahal has a staggering 205 wickets under his belt. He achieved this remarkable feat in just 160 matches, showcasing his consistent wicket-taking ability.
Best bowling figures in an innings
The crown for the best bowling figures in an IPL innings goes to Alzarri Joseph, a fast bowler. This impressive feat occurred in 2019 while he was playing for the Mumbai Indians (MI) against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Joseph's bowling spell was a display of exceptional control and accuracy, as he ripped through the SRH batting lineup, claiming a staggering 6 wickets and giving away a mere 12 runs! This remarkable performance not only helped MI secure a convincing victory but also cemented Joseph's place in the IPL record books.
Most wickets in a series
Harshal Patel, playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), holds the record for the most wickets in a single IPL series. In 15 matches, he bowled 338 balls (56.2 overs) without any maidens. He bowled in 15 innings, conceding 459 runs and taking 32 wickets. His best bowling figures in an innings are 5/27. Patel's average is 14.34, his economy rate is 8.14, and his strike rate is 10.56. He achieved one four-wicket haul and one five-wicket haul in the series.
Wicketkeeping records - Most dismissals
MS Dhoni, who played for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS) from 2008 to 2024, holds the record for the most dismissals by a wicketkeeper in IPL history. Over 264 matches and 257 innings, Dhoni made 190 dismissals, consisting of 148 catches and 42 stumpings. His highest number of dismissals in a single innings is 4 catches. On average, he achieved 0.739 dismissals per inning.
Fielding records - Most catches
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)' Virat Kohli from 2008 to 2024, holds the record for the most catches by a non-wicketkeeper in IPL history. Over 252 matches and 250 innings, he has taken 114 catches. His highest number of catches in a single innings is 3, and he averages 0.456 catches per inning.
Highest partnerships by wicket
The IPL has witnessed some incredible partnerships over the years, completely changing the course of matches. Here's a breakdown of the highest partnerships by wicket:
- 1st Wicket: The record belongs to two duos! KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock of Lucknow Super Giants hold the top spot with a staggering 210 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders in 2022. Interestingly, Gujarat Titans' Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan matched this feat in the ongoing IPL 2024 season.
- 2nd Wicket: This is where the all-time IPL record sits. Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers, the legendary Royal Challengers Bangalore pair, stitched together an unbelievable 229 runs against Gujarat Lions in 2016. Both batsmen even scored centuries in that match!
- 3rd Wicket: Robin Uthappa and Shivam Dube of Chennai Super Kings hold the record for the highest 3rd wicket partnership with 165 runs against Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2022. This knock powered CSK to a comfortable win.
Who played the Most matches in IPL history?
When it comes to total matches played in IPL history, the record goes to wicket-keeper batsman MS Dhoni.? As of today, May 26, 2024, Dhoni has participated in a staggering 264 matches throughout his IPL career.? This impressive number speaks volumes about his longevity and consistency in the league.
Captain with the most matches in IPL history
MS Dhoni reigns supreme as the captain with the most matches in IPL history. He has led his teams in a staggering 226 matches!? This leadership experience translates to a successful career as a captain, with Dhoni winning a whopping 133 matches and boasting a win percentage of over 58%.? Interestingly, Dhoni captained for two different teams during his IPL career - the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the now-defunct Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS).
IPL 2024 stats and records so far:
Most runs
Royal Challengers Bangalore's Virat Kohli had an outstanding season, scoring 743 runs in 15 matches. His highest score was an unbeaten 113, and he achieved 1 century and 5 fifties. Kohli's batting average was 61.75, and he maintained an impressive strike rate of 154.69.
Most Centuries
As of May 26, 2024, Rajasthan Royals' Jos Buttler has scored the most centuries in the IPL 2024 season. He has hit 2 centuries, with his highest score of 107.
Most? fifties
As of May 26, 2024, Rajat Patidar, Sanju Samson, and Virat Kohli are tied for the most fifties in the IPL 2024 season. Each of them has hit 5 fifties.
Most fours by the player
As of May 26, 2024, Travis Head has hit 64 fours in 14 matches in the IPL 2024 season.
Most sixes by Plyer
As of May 26, 2024, Abhishek Sharma holds the record for the most sixes in the ongoing IPL 2024 season. He has hit 42 sixes in 15 matches.
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