The Indian Premier League (IPL) is famous for its intense matches and explosive batting displays. While bowlers often face the brunt of aggressive batting, some overs go down in history for the sheer number of runs conceded. Here’s a look at the top five instances of Most Runs Conceded in an Over in IPL History, along with the details of the batters and the runs scored on each ball.
1. P Parameswaran – 37 Runs
Match: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kochi Tuskers Kerala, Bengaluru, 8 May 2011
Batter: Chris Gayle
- Runs per ball: 4, 6, 4, 6, 6, 6, 1 (No Ball)
Chris Gayle unleashed his fury, smashing 37 runs in an over, making it the most expensive overs in IPL history.
2. HV Patel – 37 Runs
Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, Wankhede, 25 April 2021
Batter: Ravindra Jadeja
- Runs per ball: 6, 6, 6, 6, 2, 6, 5 (No Ball)
Ravindra Jadeja went ballistic, hammering 37 runs off Harshal Patel, including a no-ball, equaling the record for the most runs conceded in an over.
3. DR Sams – 35 Runs
Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians, Pune, 6 April 2022
Batter: Pat Cummins
- Runs per ball: 4, 6, 6, 6, 2, 6, 5 (No Ball)
Daniel Sams endured a nightmare as Pat Cummins decimated his over, scoring 35 runs, one of the most expensive overs in IPL history.
4. P Awana – 33 Runs
Match: Chennai Super Kings vs Kings XI Punjab, Wankhede, 30 May 2014
Batter: Suresh Raina
- Runs per ball: 4, 6, 6, 4, 2, 6, 5 (No Ball)
Suresh Raina’s rampage yielded 33 runs off P Awana, showcasing one of the most explosive overs in the league.
5. RS Bopara – 33 Runs
Batter: Brendon McCullum
- Runs per ball: 6, 6, 4, 6, 5, 6
Brendon McCullum’s aggressive batting saw Ravi Bopara concede 33 runs in a single over, making it a memorable moment for KKR fans.
These instances highlight the exhilarating nature of the IPL, where batters can turn the game around with just one over!
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