Top 10 Highest Individual IPL Scores – Will 2025 See a New Record?

By Priyanka Roshan | March 21, 2025

Top 10 Highest Individual IPL Scores – Will 2025 See a New Record?

As IPL 2025 kicks off on March 22, batters will chase history once again. From Gayle’s storm to McCullum’s explosive start, here are the top 10 highest IPL knocks.

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Gayle’s explosive 175* off 66 balls for RCB in 2013 remains IPL’s highest individual score. His brutal knock featured 13 fours, 17 sixes, and left bowlers helpless.

1. Chris Gayle – 175* (66) RCB vs PWI, 2013

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McCullum lit up IPL’s opening match with 158* off 73 balls for KKR against RCB. His fearless batting, featuring 10 fours and 13 sixes, set the tournament’s tone.

2. Brendon McCullum – 158* (73) KKR vs RCB, 2008

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De Kock’s unbeaten 140 off 70 balls in 2022 dismantled KKR’s bowling. His knock, packed with 10 fours and 10 sixes, powered Lucknow Super Giants to a dominant win.

3. Quinton de Kock – 140* (70) LSG vs KKR, 2022

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De Villiers’ masterclass against Mumbai Indians saw him smash 133* off 59 balls. With 19 fours and 4 sixes, he dominated bowlers like Malinga and Bumrah effortlessly.

4. AB de Villiers – 133* (59) RCB vs MI, 2015

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Rahul’s 132* off 69 balls for Kings XI Punjab in 2020 was a captain’s knock. His 14 fours and 7 sixes secured the Orange Cap and ensured a massive team total.

5. KL Rahul – 132* (69)  KXIP vs RCB, 2020

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De Villiers destroyed Gujarat Lions in 2016, scoring 129* off 52 balls. His stunning knock, featuring 10 fours and 12 sixes, fueled RCB’s colossal 248-run total.

6. AB de Villiers – 129* (52)  RCB vs GL, 2016

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Gill’s 129 off 60 balls in IPL 2023 playoffs propelled Gujarat Titans to the final. His aggressive stroke play won him the Orange Cap, confirming his elite status.

7. Shubman Gill – 129 (60) GT vs MI, 2023

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Gayle’s 128* off 62 balls helped RCB secure a crucial win in 2012. His seven fours and 13 sixes tore apart Delhi Daredevils’ attack in a high-stakes encounter.

8. Chris Gayle – 128* (62) RCB vs DD, 2012

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Pant’s fearless 128* off 63 balls in IPL 2018 dismantled SRH’s bowling. His explosive stroke play announced his arrival as one of India’s most dangerous batters.

9. Rishabh Pant – 128* (63) DC vs SRH, 2018

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Vijay’s 127 off 56 balls in 2010 remains a CSK classic. His 8 fours and 11 sixes propelled CSK to 246/5, one of the highest IPL team totals ever.

10. Murali Vijay – 127 (56)  CSK vs RR, 2010

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The 2025 IPL promises thrilling action, with batting-friendly pitches and in-form stars raising hopes of a record-breaking individual score. Fans eagerly await history in the making.

Will IPL 2025 Witness a New Record?

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