Top 5 Highest Run Chases in IPL History

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is renowned for its record-breaking batting and nail-biting finishes. Yet there have been some run chases beyond imagination. Here in this blog, we will check the top five highest successful run chases in IPL history.

Top Run Chase in IPL History

1. Punjab Kings – 262/2 vs Kolkata Knight Riders (2024)

In the record successful run chase in IPL history, Punjab Kings surprised the Kolkata Knight Riders by chasing a huge 262 at Eden Gardens. Jonny Bairstow hit a stunning unbeaten 108 off 48 balls, and Shashank Singh's aggressive 68 off only 28 balls sealed the match with eight wickets in hand.

2. Sunrisers Hyderabad – 247/2 vs Punjab Kings (2025)

Sunrisers Hyderabad staged another jaw-dropping chase against the same team, Punjab Kings. Chasing 246 at home, Abhishek Sharma played an innings for the ages, a fiery 141 off 55 balls. This was the highest score by an Indian player in the IPL. There was clinical efficiency and attacking zeal involved.

3. Rajasthan Royals – 226/6 vs Kings XI Punjab (2020)

This Match is still a pursuit in memory for Rahul Tewatia's legendary flip around. Rajasthan Royals were struggling while chasing 224 in Sharjah before Tewatia five sixes from one over flipped the game around. He hit 53 off 31 deliveries, and the Royals won the game with three balls to spare.

4. Rajasthan Royals – 224/8 vs Kolkata Knight Riders (2024)

Another legendary chase by Rajasthan Royals came in 2024 at Eden Gardens. Jos Buttler played a captain's knock, scoring an unbeaten century off 60 balls. Buttler cool under fire and aggression turned it into one of the most composed high chases in league history.

5. Mumbai Indians – 219/6 vs Chennai Super Kings (2021)

Kieron Pollard spearheaded a thrilling chase against CSK in Delhi with a powerful 87* off 34 balls. Mumbai required 16 off the last over, and Pollard's raw strength pushed them home on the last ball. It was a traditional MI-CSK thriller, full of drama, massive blows, and unwavering faith.