Highest Run-Scorers in a Single IPL Season: Scoring runs consistently in a high-intensity tournament like the IPL is no easy task. However, a few batters have delivered historic performances, dominating entire seasons. Here are the highest run-scorers in a single IPL season.
1. Virat Kohli – 973 Runs (Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2016)
- Matches: 16
- Innings: 16
- Not Out: 4
- Highest Score: 113
- Average: 81.08
- Strike Rate: 152.03
- Hundreds/Fifties: 4/7
- Fours/Sixes: 83/38
Kohli’s 2016 season remains the highest run tally in IPL history. Leading RCB from the front, he scored four centuries and played several match-winning knocks.
2. Shubman Gill – 890 Runs (Gujarat Titans, 2023)
- Matches: 17
- Innings: 17
- Not Out: 2
- Highest Score: 129
- Average: 59.33
- Strike Rate: 157.80
- Hundreds/Fifties: 3/4
- Fours/Sixes: 85/33
Gill was the backbone of Gujarat Titans’ batting lineup in 2023, scoring three centuries and playing at an impressive strike rate.
3. Jos Buttler – 863 Runs (Rajasthan Royals, 2022)
- Matches: 17
- Innings: 17
- Not Out: 2
- Highest Score: 116
- Average: 57.53
- Strike Rate: 149.05
- Hundreds/Fifties: 4/4
- Fours/Sixes: 83/45
Buttler’s explosive 2022 campaign saw him score four centuries, leading Rajasthan Royals to the final with his match-winning performances.
4. David Warner – 848 Runs (Sunrisers Hyderabad, 2016)
- Matches: 17
- Innings: 17
- Not Out: 3
- Highest Score: 93*
- Average: 60.57
- Strike Rate: 151.42
- Hundreds/Fifties: 0/9
- Fours/Sixes: 88/31
Warner’s consistency in 2016 was key to SRH’s title win. He scored nine fifties, playing the anchor role while accelerating when needed.
5. Virat Kohli – 741 Runs (Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2024)
- Matches: 15
- Innings: 15
- Not Out: 3
- Highest Score: 113*
- Average: 61.75
- Strike Rate: 154.69
- Hundreds/Fifties: 1/5
- Fours/Sixes: 62/38
Kohli once again proved his class in 2024, scoring a century and five fifties at a remarkable strike rate.
6. Kane Williamson – 735 Runs (Sunrisers Hyderabad, 2018)
- Matches: 17
- Innings: 17
- Not Out: 3
- Highest Score: 84
- Average: 52.50
- Strike Rate: 142.44
- Hundreds/Fifties: 0/8
- Fours/Sixes: 63/28
Williamson played a vital role in SRH’s run to the final in 2018, anchoring the innings with eight half-centuries.
7. Chris Gayle – 733 Runs (Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2012)
- Matches: 15
- Innings: 14
- Not Out: 2
- Highest Score: 128*
- Average: 61.08
- Strike Rate: 160.74
- Hundreds/Fifties: 1/7
- Fours/Sixes: 46/59
Gayle’s explosive power-hitting made him the most feared batter of 2012, as he struck 59 sixes in just 14 innings.
8. Michael Hussey – 733 Runs (Chennai Super Kings, 2013)
- Matches: 17
- Innings: 17
- Not Out: 3
- Highest Score: 95
- Average: 52.35
- Strike Rate: 129.50
- Hundreds/Fifties: 0/6
- Fours/Sixes: 81/17
Hussey’s consistency at the top of the order helped CSK reach the final in 2013, as he accumulated runs at a steady strike rate.
9. Faf du Plessis – 730 Runs (Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2023)
- Matches: 14
- Innings: 14
- Not Out: 1
- Highest Score: 84
- Average: 56.15
- Strike Rate: 153.68
- Hundreds/Fifties: 0/8
- Fours/Sixes: 60/36
Du Plessis led RCB’s batting charts in 2023, scoring consistently and maintaining a strong strike rate.
10. Chris Gayle – 708 Runs (Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2013)
- Matches: 16
- Innings: 16
- Not Out: 4
- Highest Score: 175*
- Average: 59.00
- Strike Rate: 156.29
- Hundreds/Fifties: 1/4
- Fours/Sixes: 57/51
Gayle’s 2013 campaign included the highest individual score in IPL history—175* against Pune Warriors India, making it one of the most iconic seasons ever.
Conclusion
Scoring big runs consistently in the IPL requires skill, temperament, and adaptability. While Virat Kohli’s 973-run season remains unmatched, Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, and other greats have come close. With T20 cricket evolving, it remains to be seen if anyone can surpass this record in future editions.
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