The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been synonymous with high-octane cricket, but the 2024 and 2025 seasons have taken scoring feats to unprecedented heights. Batters are pushing the boundaries of what was once considered possible, and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have emerged as the undisputed kings of high-scoring matches.
SRH’s Record-Breaking Innings – The Highest IPL Score Ever
SRH set a new benchmark in IPL 2024 when they posted a staggering 287/3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), the highest total ever recorded in the league’s history and by any T20 franchise globally.
Winning the toss and opting to bat first, SRH unleashed a batting onslaught that left RCB shell-shocked. Travis Head’s blistering 102 off 41 balls and Heinrich Klaasen’s rapid 67 off 31 balls propelled SRH to an astronomical total, stopping just 13 runs short of the 300-run mark.
RCB, in response, attempted a daring chase with Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli, and Dinesh Karthik all striking at over 200, but their valiant effort fell short at 262/7, making it the joint-highest score by any team batting second in IPL history.
The IPL 2024 Run-Fest: 200+ Scores Become the Norm
The 2024 season saw an explosion of high scores, with the 200-run mark breached 41 times—a stark contrast to the inaugural IPL season in 2008, where only 11 matches saw teams crossing 200.
Here’s a look at the top 10 highest IPL totals:
| Rank | Score | Team | Opposition | Innings | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 287/3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 1st | April 15, 2024 |
| 2 | 286/6 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rajasthan Royals | 1st | March 23, 2025 |
| 3 | 277/3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Mumbai Indians | 1st | March 27, 2024 |
| 4 | 272/7 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Delhi Capitals | 1st | April 3, 2024 |
| 5 | 266/7 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Delhi Capitals | 1st | April 20, 2024 |
| 6 | 263/5 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Pune Warriors | 1st | April 23, 2013 |
| 7 | 262/2 | Punjab Kings | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2nd | April 26, 2024 |
| 8 | 262/7 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2nd | April 15, 2024 |
| 9 | 261/6 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Punjab Kings | 1st | April 26, 2024 |
| 10 | 257/4 | Delhi Capitals | Mumbai Indians | 1st | April 27, 2024 |
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Dominance in High-Scoring Matches
SRH’s aggressive approach has made them the frontrunners in redefining batting dominance. They feature four times in the top five highest IPL totals and continue to set new standards.
- 286/6 vs Rajasthan Royals (2025): Despite a magnificent century from Ishan Kishan at home, SRH fell just one run short of breaking their own record.
- 277/3 vs Mumbai Indians (2024): Another batting masterclass where SRH ran riot against MI.
- 266/7 vs Delhi Capitals (2024): Further proof of their batting depth and fearless approach.
RCB and Punjab Kings Among the Elite Batting Performances
RCB and Punjab Kings also made history in IPL 2024:
- RCB’s 262/7 vs SRH matched the highest IPL total by any team batting second.
- Punjab Kings’ 262/2 vs KKR became the highest successful chase in IPL history.
Conclusion: The Evolution of T20 Cricket
The sheer number of high-scoring encounters in recent IPL seasons highlights the rapid evolution of T20 cricket. With power-hitting, fearless stroke play, and flat pitches, scores that once seemed impossible are now commonplace.
As IPL continues to grow, one question remains: Will we see a 300-run total in a T20 match soon? With teams like Sunrisers Hyderabad leading the charge, it might just be a matter of time!
