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Highest Score in IPL
Sunrisers Hyderabad holds the record for the highest score in IPL, posting a massive total of 287 runs against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 15, 2024 at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Following this record, teams like Sunrisers Hyderabad and Sunrisers Hyderabad have also registered some of the highest scores in IPL with dominant batting performances. These high-scoring matches highlight the aggressive nature of T20 cricket, where teams aim to post or chase massive totals. As the new season approaches, fans are also tracking the highest score in IPL 2026, where teams will look to break existing records with explosive batting line-ups. Below, we have provided a complete overview of the highest score in IPL, including top team totals and record performances.
Updated 3rd April 2026
Highest Team Totals in IPL History
| TEAM | SCORE | RUNS | OVERS | RR | OPPONENT | VENUE | DATE | RESULT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sunrisers Hyderabad | 287/3 | 287 | 20/20 | 14.35 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 14 Apr 2024 | Won |
Sunrisers Hyderabad | 286/6 | 286 | 20/20 | 14.3 | Rajasthan Royals | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad | 22 Mar 2025 | Won |
Sunrisers Hyderabad | 278/3 | 278 | 20/20 | 13.9 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 24 May 2025 | Won |
Sunrisers Hyderabad | 277/3 | 277 | 20/20 | 13.85 | Mumbai Indians | Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, Hyderabad | 26 Mar 2024 | Won |
Kolkata Knight Riders | 272/7 | 272 | 20/20 | 13.6 | Delhi Capitals | Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam | 2 Apr 2024 | Won |
Sunrisers Hyderabad | 266/7 | 266 | 20/20 | 13.3 | Delhi Capitals | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi | 19 Apr 2024 | Won |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 263/5 | 263 | 20/20 | 13.15 | Pune Warriors | M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore | 22 Apr 2013 | Won |
Punjab Kings | 262/2 | 262 | 18.4/20 | 14.04 | Kolkata Knight Riders | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 25 Apr 2024 | Won |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 262/7 | 262 | 20/20 | 13.1 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru | 14 Apr 2024 | Lost |
Kolkata Knight Riders | 261/6 | 261 | 20/20 | 13.05 | Punjab Kings | Eden Gardens, Kolkata | 25 Apr 2024 | Lost |
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FAQs
Which team has scored the highest score in IPL history?
Sunrisers Hyderabad holds the record for the highest team score in IPL history, setting a benchmark with a massive total in a single innings, followed by Sunrisers Hyderabad and Sunrisers Hyderabad with other high-scoring performances.
What are the top 3 highest scores in IPL?
The top 3 highest scores in IPL history include Sunrisers Hyderabad, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Sunrisers Hyderabad, all of which have posted exceptionally high totals in a single innings, showcasing dominant batting displays.