Top 5 Batters with Most Runs in an IPL Season – Record-Breaking Knocks
The Indian Premier League has seen explosive cricketing brilliance, especially from batters who’ve turned an entire season into their personal showcase. A few elite names have etched their place in history with monumental scoring consistency and domination, becoming the backbone of their franchises’ campaigns. Let’s look at Batters with Most Runs in an IPL Season Top 5.
Their consistent brilliance, adaptability across conditions, and ability to perform under pressure define what it takes to succeed in the IPL.
Here’s a look at the top five highest run-scorers in a single IPL season,
- Sai Sudharsan – 759 runs (IPL 2025, Gujarat Titans)
One of the newest names on the elite list, Sai Sudharsan’s breakthrough 2025 season included 759 runs at a blistering strike rate of 156.17. His century and six fifties made him the backbone of GT’s top order.
- David Warner – 848 runs (IPL 2016, Sunrisers Hyderabad)
Leading Sunrisers Hyderabad to their maiden title, Warner scored 848 runs in 17 matches at an average of 60.57. His fearless starts in the powerplay laid the foundation for many SRH victories.
- Jos Buttler – 863 runs (IPL 2022, Rajasthan Royals)
The Englishman was in menacing form for Rajasthan Royals, amassing 863 runs in 17 innings. With 4 centuries and 4 half-centuries, Buttler’s consistency and power-hitting were a nightmare for bowlers throughout IPL 2022.
- Shubman Gill – 890 runs (IPL 2023, Gujarat Titans)
Gill’s class was on full display in 2023. With 890 runs in 17 innings at a strike rate of 157.80, including 3 centuries, the young opener almost powered Gujarat Titans to back-to-back titles. His timing and acceleration were the highlights of the season.
- Virat Kohli – 973 runs (IPL 2016, Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
No player has come close to Kohli’s iconic 2016 season. In 16 matches, he hammered 973 runs at an astonishing average of 81.08, striking at 152.03. His run included 4 centuries and 7 fifties, a record-breaking performance that remains untouched to date.
These five remarkable seasons reflect batting dominance at its finest. From Virat Kohli’s record-breaking year to Sai Sudharsan’s rise, each performance has left an unforgettable mark on IPL history.
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