In One Day Internationals (ODIs), South Africa holds the record for the highest successful chase, scoring 438/9 against Australia in 2006 at Johannesburg. While in T20 internationals, South Africa again leads the list, chasing 259/4 in just 18.5 overs against West Indies in 2023.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has also produced thrilling, high-scoring chases. The highest chase in IPL history was achieved by the Punjab Kings against the Kolkata Knight Riders on April 24, 2024. Jonny Bairstow’s unbeaten 108 off 48 balls, along with Shashank Singh’s 68 off 28, led Punjab to victory. Explosive knocks from Sunil Narine (71 off 32) and Phil Salt (75 off 37) earlier in the match made this an unforgettable contest.
Highest totals chased in IPL
1. Punjab Kings – 262/2 (2024)
Punjab Kings achieved the highest successful run chase in IPL history, scoring 262/2 in just 18.4 overs against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on April 26, 2024, as per reports.
2. Rajasthan Royals – 226/6 (2020)
Rajasthan Royals chased down 226/6 in 19.3 overs against Kings XI Punjab at Sharjah on September 27, 2020, as per reports. With a run rate of 11.58, they completed one of the most remarkable chases in IPL history.
3. Rajasthan Royals – 224/8 (2024)
On April 16, 2024, Rajasthan Royals successfully chased 224/8 in 20 overs against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, as per reports. They kept a run rate of 11.20 to complete another thrilling chase.
4. Mumbai Indians – 219/6 (2021)
Mumbai Indians pulled off a chase of 219/6 in 20 overs against Chennai Super Kings at Delhi on May 1, 2021, with a run rate of 10.95, as per reports.
5. Rajasthan Royals – 217/7 (2008)
Rajasthan Royals successfully chased 217/7 in 19.5 overs against Deccan Chargers in Hyderabad on April 24, 2008, with a run rate of 10.94, as per reports.
List of Highest totals chased in IPL
| Team | Score | Opponent Team | Target | Venue | Match Date |
| Punjab Kings | 262/2 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 262 | Eden Gardens | 26 Apr 2024 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 226/6 | Kings XI Punjab | 224 | Sharjah | 27 Sep 2020 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 224/8 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 224 | Eden Gardens | 16 Apr 2024 |
| Mumbai Indians | 219/6 | Chennai Super Kings | 219 | Delhi | 1 May 2021 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 217/7 | Deccan Chargers | 215 | Hyderabad | 24 Apr 2008 |
FAQs on IPL
A. Harshal Patel (RCB, 2021) & Dwayne Bravo (CSK, 2013) – 32 wickets each.
A. MS Dhoni (CSK/RPS) with 190 dismissals.
A. Virat Kohli (RCB) with 114 catches.
A. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) – 287/3 vs RCB on April 15, 2024.
A. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) – 49 all out vs KKR on April 23, 2017.
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