Highest Partnerships In IPL



AB de Villiers & Virat Kohli have the top two highest IPL partnerships to their names (X.com)AB de Villiers & Virat Kohli have the top two highest IPL partnerships to their names (X.com)

In cricket, partnerships between batsmen are a critical aspect of building a defendable score. However, stitching long-standing partnerships in T20 cricket, especially in a high-stakes environment like the Indian Premier League (IPL), is notably challenging.

The IPL, renowned for its congregation of international stars and top-tier talent, features some of the world's best bowlers. Despite that, the cash-rich tournament has witnessed some exceptional partnerships that have not only enthralled fans but have also turned the tide of matches. 

These partnerships are proof of the batsmen's synergy, temperament, and ability to negotiate the threats posed by the opposition's bowling attack.

At OneCricket, let’s take a look at the highest partnership in IPL history.

Highest Partnership in IPL History​

Players
Runs
Wicket
Team & Opposition
Ground
Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers2292ndRCB vs Gujarat LionsM.Chinnaswamy Stadium
Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers215*2ndRCB vs MIWankhede Stadium
KL Rahul, Quinton de Kock210*1stLSG vs KKRDY Patil Stadium
Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan2101stGT vs CSKNarendra Modi Stadium
Shaun Marsh, Adam Gilchrist2062ndKings XI Punjab vs RCBHimachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium
Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan2051stGT vs DCArun Jaitley Stadium
Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle204*
2ndRCB vs Delhi DaredevilsArun Jaitley Stadium
David Warner, Naman Ojha189*2ndDelhi Daredevils vs Deccan ChargersRajiv Gandhi International Stadium
David Warner, Jonny Bairstow184*1stSRH vs RCBRajiv Gandhi International Stadium
Chris Lynn, Gautam Gambhir184*1stKKR vs Gujarat LionsSaurashtra Cricket Association Stadium

Highest Opening Partnership in IPL​

Players
Runs
Team & Opposition
Ground
KL Rahul, Quinton de Kock210*LSG vs KKRDY Patil Stadium
Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan210GT vs CSKNarendra Modi Stadium
Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan205GT vs DCArun Jaitley Stadium
David Warner, Jonny Bairstow184*SRH vs RCBRajiv Gandhi International Stadium
Chris Lynn, Gautam Gambhir184*KKR vs Gujarat LionsSaurashtra Cricket Association Stadium

FAQs: Highest Partnership in IPL history

Q.1. What is the highest partnership in IPL history?

Answer: The highest partnership in IPL history is 229 runs for the 2nd wicket between Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers for RCB against Gujarat Lions in Bengaluru on 14 May 2016.

Q.2. Which team has featured the most in the top 10 partnerships in the IPL?

Answer: RCB has featured in the most in the top 10 partnerships in the IPL.

Q.3. Which partnership holds the record for the highest for Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) in IPL?

Answer: David Warner and Naman Ojha hold the record for the highest partnership for Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) with 189* runs against Deccan Chargers in Hyderabad on 10 May 2012.