Loudest Cheers In IPL History

Soumyajit Dutta

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) isn’t just about sixes and wickets – it’s a carnival where fan energy transforms stadiums into cauldrons of noise. From iconic chants to deafening roars, the decibel levels often reflect a player’s legacy, clutch moments, or sheer star power. 

Decibel meters at IPL venues have captured some ear-splitting moments over the years, with crowds rallying behind their heroes in high-stakes games. Here’s a look at the top 5 loudest cheers in IPL history, showcasing how fans elevate the league beyond just cricket.

5. MS Dhoni: 126 dB (vs KKR)

MS Dhoni starts this list with a 126 dB ovation during CSK’s 2018 clash against KKR at Chepauk. Walking in at 101/3, his 25 off 28 balls helped the Yellow camp ramp up a magnanimous total. 

Thala has always been the love of the 'Whistle Podu' gang and the Chennai fans didn't turn down the heat when Dhoni walked in with the bat, showering him with all the whistles and cheers.

4. Virat Kohli: 126 dB (vs RR)

On March 29, 2024, RCB faced KKR at the MA Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Virat Kohli reached another milestone with a remarkable unbeaten knock of 83 off 59 balls. 

A standout moment in his innings came when he launched a six off Mitchell Starc’s delivery, sending the crowd into a frenzy with a deafening noise level of 126 dB.

3. MS Dhoni: 128 dB (vs DC)

MS Dhoni makes the list again and this time, the third-highest noise level in tournament history reached 128 decibels during the 13th match of IPL 2024 in Visakhapatnam. The game saw Delhi Capitals host CSK at their secondary home ground, Dr. Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy Cricket Stadium. 

Excitement peaked when MS Dhoni stepped onto the field for the first time in IPL 2024, triggering a thunderous roar from the crowd. Fans erupted in unison, chanting his name, creating an electrifying atmosphere that echoed through the stadium.

2. Rohit Sharma: 129 dB (vs KKR)

Rohit Sharma seconds the list after creating the highest cheer in IPL 2025 after he hit a six-off KKR bowler at Wankhede where the 'shor-meter' measured 129 dB! 

While 'Mumbai cha raja' is a fan favourite at the City of Dreams, the fan craze even helped him surpass the Thala craze by a margin of 1 dB.

1. Rohit Sharma: 129 dB (vs RCB)

The loudest moment in IPL history came from the Mumbai crowd with former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma igniting a thunderous reaction from the crowd when he launched his second six into the stands during an IPL 2024 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. 

The sheer excitement of the moment sent noise levels soaring to 129 decibels, as fans erupted in celebration, showcasing their admiration for the star batter’s power-hitting display.