SZRoyal Challengers Bangalore boasts the highest team totals in IPL [x.com]
Indian Premier League (IPL) has long been celebrated for its adrenaline-pumping matches and boundary-thrashing batting displays, making it a beloved fixture in the cricketing calendar since its inception in 2008. With the league's 2024 edition on the horizon, set to commence on March 22nd with a face-off between CSK and RCB, anticipation is at an all-time high.
Renowned for hosting some of the globe's most illustrious cricketing personalities across its eight franchise teams, the IPL consistently delivers moments of sheer brilliance, captivating fans worldwide. In this dynamic cricketing arena, high run totals are not merely impressive feats but are often expected, with anything below 200 runs considered lackluster on certain grounds.
As the IPL season 2024 beckons, we delve into the archives to unveil the highest team scores ever recorded in the history of the tournament.
SRH breached their own record when they took on RCB at the Chinnaswamy stadium. They hammered the RCB bowlers across the stadium, and the onslaught was led by Travis Head, who slammed a 39-ball ton to led the attack.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (277/3)
SRH smashed the highest ever total in IPL history
Runs gallored in Hyderabad on March 27, 2024 when Sunrisers Hyderabad smashed record 277/3 vs the Mumbai Indians. Travis Head (62 off 24) and Abhishek Sharma (63 off 23) smashed the MI bowlers across the park as the MI bowlers looked helpless.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (263/5)
RCB reached their highest team total with 263/5 [x.com]
On April 23, 2013, Royal Challengers Bangalore etched their name in IPL history with a monumental total of 263 runs for the loss of just 5 wickets against Pune Warriors India. This historic innings was propelled by Chris Gayle's extraordinary knock of 175 runs, which remains one of the most unforgettable performances in T20 cricket. Supported by players like Tillakaratne Dilshan, Virat Kohli, and AB de Villiers, Gayle's onslaught included the fastest T20 century off 30 balls. This record-breaking display featured a staggering 21 sixes, leaving Pune Warriors India hapless in a one-sided encounter.
Lucknow Super Giants (257/5)
Lucknow Super Giants reached their highest team total with 257/5 [x.com]
Lucknow Super Giants came tantalizingly close to surpassing RCB's record when they posted a mammoth total of 257 runs for the loss of 5 wickets against Punjab Kings. In an extraordinary batting display, every player contributed to LSG's formidable total. Marcus Stoinis and Nicholas Pooran emerged as the MVPs, with Stoinis scoring 72 off 40 balls and Pooran smashing 45 off just 19 deliveries. Despite Punjab Kings' valiant effort, including Atharva Taide's impressive 66 off 36 balls, they fell short by 56 runs in a thrilling encounter.
Highest Team Totals: Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Which team holds the most records in IPL history?
A. Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings share the title of the most successful teams in IPL history, each having clinched five IPL titles. Kolkata Knight Riders closely follow with two titles to their name.
Q. Who currently holds the top position in the IPL rankings?
A. As per the IPL 2023 Points Table, Mumbai Indians (MI) leads the standings with an impressive tally of 217 points, securing the top position among all IPL teams.
Q. What is the highest total scored by Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL history?
A. CSK's highest total in IPL history stands at 246/5, achieved against Rajasthan Royals on 3 April 2010.
Q. Which IPL team holds the highest valuation?
A. Mumbai Indians reign supreme in terms of franchise valuation in the Indian Premier League. The franchise has been assessed as the most valuation.