Biggest Wins by Runs in IPL History: The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen its fair share of one-sided demolitions over the years. Whether it’s explosive batting, fiery bowling, or complete dominance in every department, these matches remind us just how brutal T20 cricket can get. Here’s a look at the top 10 biggest victories by runs in IPL history.
Top 10 Biggest Wins by Runs in IPL History
1. Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Daredevils – 146 Runs
-
Date: 6 May 2017
-
Venue: Delhi
-
Score: MI 212/3 (20 overs) | DD 66 all out (13.4 overs)
-
Margin: 146 runs
Mumbai Indians thrashed Delhi with a complete performance. Batting first, MI posted a massive total of 212, and then bowled out Daredevils for just 66.
2. Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Gujarat Lions – 144 Runs
-
Date: 14 May 2016
-
Venue: Bengaluru
-
Score: RCB 248/3 (20 overs) | GL 104 all out (18.4 overs)
-
Margin: 144 runs
AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli combined for a record-breaking partnership that powered RCB to 248. Gujarat had no answers.
3. Kolkata Knight Riders vs RCB – 140 Runs
-
Date: 18 April 2008
-
Venue: Bengaluru
-
Score: KKR 222/3 (20 overs) | RCB 82 all out (15.1 overs)
-
Margin: 140 runs
In the very first IPL season, Brendon McCullum lit up the tournament opener with 158*. RCB were left shell-shocked.
4. Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kings XI Punjab – 138 Runs
-
Date: 6 May 2015
-
Venue: Bengaluru
-
Score: RCB 226/3 (20 overs) | KXIP 88 all out (13.4 overs)
-
Margin: 138 runs
Chris Gayle was in his element as RCB put up a massive total. Punjab never recovered from the early blows.
5. Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Pune Warriors – 130 Runs
-
Date: 23 April 2013
-
Venue: Bengaluru
-
Score: RCB 263/5 (20 overs) | Warriors 133/9 (20 overs)
-
Margin: 130 runs
Gayle’s legendary 175* remains the highest individual score in T20 history. Pune had no chance.
6. Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bangalore – 118 Runs
-
Date: 31 March 2019
-
Venue: Hyderabad
-
Score: SRH 231/2 (20 overs) | RCB 113 all out (19.5 overs)
-
Margin: 118 runs
Jonny Bairstow and David Warner destroyed RCB’s bowling before bowlers wrapped things up clinically.
7. Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals – 112 Runs
-
Date: 14 May 2023
-
Venue: Jaipur
-
Score: RCB 171/5 (20 overs) | RR 59 all out (10.3 overs)
-
Margin: 112 runs
In a bowling masterclass, RCB bundled out a strong Rajasthan side for just 59.
8. Kings XI Punjab vs Royal Challengers Bangalore – 111 Runs
-
Date: 17 May 2011
-
Venue: Dharamsala
-
Score: KXIP 232/2 (20 overs) | RCB 121 all out (17 overs)
-
Margin: 111 runs
Adam Gilchrist rolled back the years with a vintage knock, crushing RCB’s hopes.
9. Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals – 106 Runs
-
Date: 3 April 2024
-
Venue: Visakhapatnam
-
Score: KKR 272/7 (20 overs) | DC 166 all out (17.2 overs)
-
Margin: 106 runs
A powerful KKR batting display set the tone before the bowlers sealed the deal.
10. Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Daredevils – 105 Runs
-
Date: 30 May 2008
-
Venue: Wankhede
-
Score: RR 192/9 (20 overs) | DD 87 all out (16.1 overs)
-
Margin: 105 runs
In the inaugural season, Shane Warne’s Royals gave a glimpse of their dominance with this thrashing.
These matches stand as a reminder of the highs and lows in the IPL. Sometimes, the gap between two teams is just too big—and these results prove that with every ball bowled.
Click on the below icons to join us now
Follow Thesportsprince.com for the best cricket news and update.