Highest Successful Run Chases in IPL History (2008-2025)

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen some incredible run chases over the years. Among the highest successful chases till 2025, Punjab Kings (PBKS) hold the top spot. On April 26, 2024, they chased down a record 262 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens, scoring 262/2 in just 18.4 overs.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) positions itself in 2nd place, chasing a target of 246 made by Punjab Kings in the 1st innings. The team surpassed the target with an impeccable score of 247/2 in 18.3 overs.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) come next with two successful 224-run chases. The first was on September 27, 2020, against Kings XI Punjab (now PBKS) in Sharjah, where they scored 226/6 in 19.3 overs. The second was on April 16, 2024, against KKR at Eden Gardens, when they reached 224/8 in 20 overs.

Mumbai Indians (MI) also feature among the top chasers. On May 1, 2021, they chased down 219 runs against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Delhi, scoring 219/6 in 20 overs. These thrilling chases highlight the competitive nature of IPL and the batting power of these teams.

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IPL Highest Successful Run Chase

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) achieved the second-highest successful run chase in IPL history by chasing down a mammoth target of 247 set by Punjab Kings (PBKS).

Powered by explosive knocks from Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, SRH scored 247/2 in just 18.3 overs, securing an emphatic 8-wicket victory. Their remarkable performance showcased aggressive batting and precise execution under pressure, creating IPL history.

According to ESPNcricinfo, the following is a complete list of the teams with the most successful run chases in IPL history. The list includes:

#1. Punjab Kings: 262/2

Punjab Kings achieved the highest successful run chase in IPL history. They chased 262 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens on April 26, 2024. They won the match in just 18.4 overs with a run rate of 14.03.

#2. Sunrisers Hyderabad: 247/2

In a historic IPL 2025 encounter, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) executed the second-highest successful run chase in league history by overhauling Punjab Kings' (PBKS) formidable total of 246. SRH reached 247/2 in just 18.3 overs, clinching a commanding 8-wicket victory.

#3. Rajasthan Royals: 226/6

Rajasthan Royals pulled off a brilliant chase against Kings XI Punjab (now PBKS) in Sharjah on September 27, 2020. They scored 226/6 in 19.3 overs with a run rate of 11.58 to secure the win.

#4. Rajasthan Royals: 224/8

On April 16, 2024, the Rajasthan Royals successfully chased 224 runs against KKR at Eden Gardens. They reached the target in 20 overs with a run rate of 11.20.

#5. Mumbai Indians: 219/6

Mumbai Indians chased down 219 runs against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Delhi on May 1, 2021. They finished the game in 20 overs with a run rate of 10.95.

#6. Rajasthan Royals: 217/7

Rajasthan Royals secured another great chase, scoring 217/7 against Deccan Chargers in Hyderabad on April 24, 2008. They won in 19.5 overs with a run rate of 10.94.

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