The Indian Premier League (IPL) has firmly cemented its status as the most thrilling T20 franchise tournament globally. Featuring the world’s top players, the IPL consistently delivers exciting moments, and it has lived up to its promise over the past 15 seasons.
This premier T20 league has also witnessed some of the highest totals in the format’s history. Along with these remarkable scores, numerous other records have been set, giving players the recognition they deserve, especially those who may have otherwise struggled to gain fast recognition.
Here’s a look at the top five highest totals in IPL history:
5. Sunrisers Hyderabad – 266/7 vs DC, IPL 2024
On April 20, 2024, Sunrisers Hyderabad showcased their batting strength once again in IPL 2024, posting their third 250+ score of the season. SRH made a sensational start, scoring 125 runs in the first six overs, setting a record for the highest-ever powerplay score in IPL history. At the end of the innings, SRH reached 266/7, with notable contributions from Travis Head (89 off 32), Shahbaz Ahmed (59 off 29), Abhishek Sharma (46 off 12), and Nitish Reddy (37 off 27).
4. Kolkata Knight Riders – 272/7 vs DC, IPL 2024
On April 3, 2024, Kolkata Knight Riders posted a massive total of 272/7 against Delhi Capitals, setting a new record for their highest-ever total in IPL history. With key contributions from Sunil Narine (85), Angkrish Raghuvanshi (54), Andre Russell (41), and Rinku Singh (26), KKR not only reached their highest total but also secured the third-highest total in IPL history.
3. Sunrisers Hyderabad – 277/3 vs MI, IPL 2024
On March 27, 2024, Sunrisers Hyderabad set a new record with a mammoth total of 277/3, which at the time was the highest score in IPL history. Travis Head (62 off 24 balls), Abhishek Sharma (63 off 23 balls), and Heinrich Klaasen (80 off 34 balls, with seven sixes and four fours) were the stars of the innings, which included a lightning-fast strike rate of 235.29, propelling SRH to the top of the IPL scoreboard.
2. Sunrisers Hyderabad – 286/6 vs RR, IPL 2025
Sunrisers Hyderabad continued their dominance into IPL 2025, picking up right where they left off in 2024. In their opening match of the season against Rajasthan Royals, SRH posted an impressive 286/6. Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head gave them a quick start, with 45 runs in the first three overs, and 94 runs in the powerplay. The highlight came from debutant Ishan Kishan, who blasted a 45-ball century, helping SRH to their second-highest total in IPL history, and the second-highest overall.
1. Sunrisers Hyderabad – 287/3 vs RCB, IPL 2024
Just 19 days after setting the highest total in IPL history, Sunrisers Hyderabad broke their own record in IPL 2024. On April 15, 2024, SRH scored a phenomenal 287/3 against Royal Challengers Bangalore in an away fixture in Bengaluru. Their innings were built around a strong 108-run partnership between openers Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head, with Head smashing the fourth-fastest century in IPL history off just 39 balls. Quick-fire contributions from Heinrich Klaasen, Aiden Markram, and Abdul Samad ensured SRH reached the highest-ever total in IPL history.
