The Indian Premier League is ready for another exciting season as the 19th edition of the tournament approaches. Ten teams will compete over more than two months in one of the biggest T20 leagues in the world.
The season will begin on March 28 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, where Royal Challengers Bengaluru will face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the opening match.
Over the years, the IPL has produced many memorable performances, record-breaking innings, and outstanding bowling spells. Here is a clear look at some of the major records in IPL history.
Major Team Records in IPL
Several teams have built strong legacies in the league through consistent performances. Some franchises have dominated the playoffs, while others hold records for wins or matches played.
Key IPL Team Records
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Most final appearances | 10 – Chennai Super Kings reached finals in 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2023 |
| Most playoff appearances | 12 – Chennai Super Kings qualified for playoffs in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2023 |
| Most matches played | 277 – Mumbai Indians have played the most matches |
| Most matches won | 151 – Mumbai Indians hold the record for most victories |
| Most matches lost | 140 – Delhi Capitals have the highest number of losses |
| Highest team total | 287 – Sunrisers Hyderabad vs RCB in 2024 |
| Lowest team total | 49 – RCB vs KKR in 2017 |
Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings have been among the most successful teams in the league, often reaching the playoffs and finals.
Top Batting Records in IPL
Batting records in the IPL are led by some of the biggest names in cricket. Consistent run scorers have played a huge role in the success of their teams.
Leading Batting Records
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Most career runs | 8661 – Virat Kohli |
| Second most runs | 7046 – Rohit Sharma |
| Most runs in a single season | 973 – Virat Kohli (2016 season) |
| Most 50+ scores | 71 – Virat Kohli |
| Most centuries | 8 – Virat Kohli |
| Most fours | 771 – Virat Kohli |
Virat Kohli’s 2016 season remains one of the greatest individual performances in IPL history. During that season, he scored 973 runs in just 16 innings.
Many players have scored centuries in the league, but Kohli currently leads the list with eight IPL hundreds.
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Top Bowling Records in IPL
Bowling performances have also shaped the IPL over the years. Several bowlers have produced match-winning spells and built impressive wicket tallies.
Leading Bowling Records
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Most career wickets | 221 – Yuzvendra Chahal |
| Second most wickets | 198 – Bhuvneshwar Kumar |
| Third most wickets | 192 – Sunil Narine |
| Most wickets in a season | 32 – Harshal Patel and Dwayne Bravo |
| Most five-wicket hauls | 2 – Jasprit Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, James Faulkner, Jaydev Unadkat |
| Best career economy rate | 6.68 – Muttiah Muralitharan |
| Second best economy rate | 6.74 – Roelof van der Merwe |
These bowlers have played key roles in controlling matches and delivering breakthroughs for their teams.
Expensive Bowling Records in IPL
While bowlers often dominate matches, the IPL has also seen extremely high-scoring games where bowlers have conceded many runs.
Most Runs Conceded in a Match
| Player | Runs Conceded |
|---|---|
| Jofra Archer | 76 |
| Mohammed Shami | 75 |
| Mohit Sharma | 73 |
These figures highlight how challenging bowling can be in the fast-paced T20 format.
IPL records help show how players and teams have performed across different seasons. They also highlight the consistency and impact of top performers in the league.
As IPL 2026 begins, many fans will watch closely to see if these records are broken or if new milestones are created during the tournament.
With powerful batting lineups and talented bowlers across all ten teams, the upcoming season promises more thrilling performances and new entries in the IPL record books.
FAQs
Who has scored the most runs in IPL history?
Virat Kohli holds the record for most runs in IPL history with 8661 runs.
Which team has won the most matches in IPL?
Mumbai Indians hold the record for most wins in IPL history.
What is the highest team total in IPL?
Sunrisers Hyderabad scored 287 runs against RCB in 2024, which is the highest total.
Who has taken the most wickets in IPL?
Yuzvendra Chahal leads the wicket charts with 221 wickets.
What is the lowest team total in IPL history?
RCB were bowled out for 49 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders in 2017.
