Chris Gayle to Shubman Gill: Players with highest score in IPL history

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed extraordinary individual performances over the years, with players setting new benchmarks for the highest individual scores. With the IPL 2025 coming up, the fans are likely to see some more individual batting performances. In this article, we will check out the top 10 players with the highest score in IPL history.

Highest score in IPL history

Player	Score	Balls	4s	6s	SR	Team	Opponent	Venue	Date
Chris Gayle	175*	66	13	17	265.15	RCB	PWI	Bengaluru	23 Apr 2013
Brendon McCullum	158*	73	10	13	216.43	KKR	RCB	Bengaluru	18 Apr 2008
Quinton de Kock	140*	70	10	10	200.00	LSG	KKR	DY Patil	18 May 2022
AB de Villiers	133*	59	19	4	225.42	RCB	MI	Wankhede	10 May 2015
KL Rahul	132*	69	14	7	191.30	Kings XI	RCB	Dubai	24 Sep 2020
AB de Villiers	129*	52	10	12	248.07	RCB	Guj Lions	Bengaluru	14 May 2016
Shubman Gill	129	60	7	10	215.00	GT	MI	Ahmedabad	26 May 2023
Chris Gayle	128*	62	7	13	206.45	RCB	Daredevils	Delhi	17 May 2012
Rishabh Pant	128*	63	15	7	203.17	Daredevils	SRH	Delhi	10 May 2018
Murali Vijay	127	56	8	11	226.78	CSK	RR	Chennai	03 Apr 2010

Players with the highest individual score in IPL history

Chris Gayle (175 runs off 66 balls)

Chris Gayle’s unbeaten 175 for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) against Pune Warriors India in 2013 remains the highest individual score in IPL history. Gayle’s explosive innings included 13 fours and 17 sixes, showcasing his incredible power-hitting ability.

Brendon McCullum (158 runs off 73 balls)

Brendon McCullum’s 158 for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) against RCB in the inaugural match of the IPL in 2008 set the tone for the tournament. His innings featured 10 fours and 13 sixes, making it one of the most memorable knocks in IPL history.

Quinton de Kock (140 runs off 70 balls)

Quinton de Kock’s unbeaten 140 for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in 2022 is the third-highest individual score in IPL history. De Kock’s innings included 10 fours and 10 sixes, demonstrating his ability to dominate the opposition.

AB de Villiers (133 runs off 59 balls)

AB de Villiers’ 133 for RCB against Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2015 is the fourth-highest individual score in IPL history. De Villiers’ innings was a masterclass in innovative stroke play, featuring 19 fours and 4 sixes.

KL Rahul (132 runs off 69 balls)

KL Rahul’s unbeaten 132 for Punjab Kings (PBKS) against RCB in 2020 is the highest score by an Indian player in IPL history. Rahul’s innings included 14 fours and 7 sixes, showcasing his elegant yet aggressive batting style.

AB de Villiers (129 runs off 52 balls)

AB de Villiers makes another appearance on this list with his 129 for RCB against Gujarat Lions in 2016. His innings featured 10 fours and 12 sixes, highlighting his ability to take on any bowling attack.

Shubman Gill (129 runs off 60 balls)

Shubman Gill’s 129 for Gujarat Titans (GT) against Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2023 is the seventh-highest individual score in IPL history. Gill’s innings included 10 fours and 7 sixes, showcasing his potential as a future star.

Chris Gayle (128 runs off 62 balls)

Chris Gayle’s unbeaten 128 for RCB against Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) in 2012 is another example of his dominance in the IPL. His innings included 13 fours and 7 sixes.

Rishabh Pant (128 runs off 63 balls)

Rishabh Pant’s 128 for Delhi Daredevils against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2018 is the ninth-highest individual score in IPL history. Pant’s innings featured 15 fours and 7 sixes, showcasing his aggressive batting style.

Murali Vijay (127 runs off 56 balls)

Murali Vijay’s 127 for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) against Rajasthan Royals in 2010 rounds off the top ten highest individual scores in IPL history. His innings included 8 fours and 11 sixes