The highest run chase in IPL history is evidence of the sheer excitement and unpredictability of the competition. Since the tournament's inception in 2008, teams have pulled off stunning, nail-biting run chases, converting mammoth, seemingly impossible targets into memorable victories. These record-breaking moments showcase explosive batting displays, calculated aggression, and last-ball/over heroics—resembling the dangerous attitude of T20 cricket. This article explores the top 10 highest successful run chases in IPL history that stunned spectators!
List of Top 10 Highest Successful Run Chases in IPL History (2008-2024)
Highest Run Chase in IPL: A Look-back at the Top 10 Record-Breaking Chases in History
1. Punjab Kings’ Record-Breaking 262 Chase – The Highest Run Chase in IPL History To Date
Punjab Kings scripted history in IPL 2024 by registering the
highest successful run chase in IPL by surpassing a mammoth 262 run target of Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens. Jonny Bairstow’s record-breaking 108* off 48 balls & Shashank Singh's 68* off 28 balls took Punjab to
262/2, smashing all previous records.
2. Rajasthan Royals' Thrilling 226 Chase – Epic IPL 2020 Finish
In IPL 2020, Rajasthan Royals pulled off one of the highest run chases in IPL against the Kings XI Punjab at Sharjah. Sanju Samson’s 85 off only 42 balls and Rahul Tewatia’s late assault helped RR chase down a 224-run target, ending up with
226/6 to secure the
highest run chase in IPL that year.
3. Rajasthan Royals’ Another Stunning 224 Chase
Rajasthan Royals pulled off another record-breaking chase of 224 runs from Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens. Jos Buttler’s jaw-dropping 107* off 60 balls was the foundation of RR’s victory in crossing their target of
224/8, making it the third-
highest run chase in IPL history.
4. Mumbai Indians' Last-Ball Thriller Chase of 219
In the 2021 IPL season, Mumbai Indians recorded the then
highest successful run chase in IPL history by chasing down Chennai Super Kings' score of 218 at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Kieron Pollard’s record-breaking score of 87* off 34 balls guided MI to reach
219/6.
5. Rajasthan Royals' 217 Chase – A Classic IPL 2008 Run-Fest
Rajasthan Royals scripted one of the
highest successful run chases in IPL history in its inaugural season. RR chased down 215 runs target from Deccan Chargers, with Graeme Smith’s crucial 71 off 45 and Yusuf Pathan’s explosive 61 off 28 guiding RR to
217/7, marking a classic run-fest clash in IPL history.
6. Sunrisers Hyderabad's 217 Last-Ball Thriller Chase
In IPL 2023, Sunrisers Hyderabad produced a last-ball thriller by conquering 215 runs target against Rajasthan Royals. Glenn Phillips’ fearless
25 off 7 and the heroics of Abdul Samad on the last ball took SRH to
217/6 to register a record run chase in IPL history.
7. Mumbai Indians’ Power-Packed 216 Chase
Mumbai Indians pulled off one of their
highest run chases in IPL history in IPL 2023 by surpassing Punjab Kings' score of 215 at Mohali. Ishan Kishan's aggressive 75 off 41 and Suryakumar Yadav's blazing 66 off 31 guided MI to
216/4 to register a memorable highest successful run chase in IPL.
8. Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Last-Over Thriller 215-Run Chase
In the IPL 2024 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad created an IPL record for the
highest successful run chase in IPL when they pursued 215 run target set by Punjab Kings. With Abhishek Sharma's blistering 66 off 28 deliveries and Heinrich Klaasen's responsible 42 off 26 balls, SRH secured their victory as the team reached
215/6.
9. Delhi Daredevils' Record Chase of 214 in IPL 2017
At Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi Daredevils pulled off one of the biggest chases in IPL 2017h when they chased down 209 run target against Gujarat Lions. Rishabh Pant’s aggressive knock of 97 off 43 balls and Sanju Samson’s powerful knock of 61 off 31 balls helped Delhi reach
214/3 to register the ninth-highest successful run chase in IPL.
10. Mumbai Indians’ Masterclass 214-Run Chase in IPL 2023
Mumbai Indians showcased their run-chasing prowess in IPL 2023 by chasing 213 against Rajasthan Royals. Tim David’s thrilling 45* off 14 balls and Suryakumar Yadav’s 55 off 29 powered MI to reach 214/4 and make them the first team in IPL history to chase a score of 200-plus at Wankhede.
Will IPL 2025 Create a New Record for Highest Run Chase?
These epic run chases prove that in IPL, no target is ever truly safe in this exciting, shortest format of the game. With each team pushing their limits every season, and with the upcoming IPL 2025 season starting March 22, we may witness yet another record-breaking run chase in IPL!
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