IPL Highest Team Totals: The Greatest Batting Performances by a Full Side
The IPL has repeatedly shattered scoring boundaries — producing team totals that would have been unthinkable in the tournament's early years.
Highest Team Totals in IPL History (220+)
| Rank | Score | Team | Against | Year | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 263/5 | RCB | Pune Warriors | 2013 | Bengaluru |
| 2 | 248/3 | CSK | Rajasthan Royals | 2010 | Jaipur |
| 3 | 246/5 | RCB | Gujarat Lions | 2016 | Bengaluru |
| 4 | 240/3 | MI | Delhi Daredevils | 2017 | Delhi |
| 5 | 235/1 | KKR | Punjab Kings | 2018 | Eden Gardens |
| 6 | 232/2 | MI | Punjab Kings | 2023 | Mumbai |
| 7 | 231/4 | SRH | MI | 2019 | Hyderabad |
| 8 | 229/2 | MI | RCB | 2012 | Mumbai |
| 9 | 226/6 | RCB | Delhi | 2011 | Bengaluru |
| 10 | 224/4 | RR | DC | 2022 | Mumbai |
RCB's 263/5: The Summit of IPL Team Batting
On 23 April 2013, Royal Challengers Bengaluru produced the greatest team batting performance in IPL history. Chris Gayle scored 175 off 66 balls while AB de Villiers added 31 off 8 balls. Gayle hit 17 sixes and 13 fours — 133 of his 175 runs came from boundaries alone.
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| SP Goswami | 4 | 53 | 13.25 |
| A Nehra | 4 | 48 | 12.00 |
| R Bhatia | 4 | 48 | 12.00 |
| M Kartik | 4 | 48 | 12.00 |
| R Sharma | 4 | 58 | 14.50 |
Pune Warriors were bowled out for 133 in reply — a margin of 130 runs, one of the largest victories in IPL history.
CSK's 248/3: The Second-Highest Total
CSK's 248/3 against Rajasthan Royals in 2010 is the second-highest IPL total and the highest by any team other than RCB. Murali Vijay scored 127 off 56 balls while Hayden (37) and Raina (43) provided support.
The M. Chinnaswamy Effect
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru appears in four of the top ten highest IPL totals. The ground's small boundaries, high altitude (920m above sea level), and batting-friendly pitches create conditions uniquely suited to extreme scoring. The average first-innings score at Chinnaswamy (178) is 12 runs higher than the IPL tournament average.
Team Totals Over Time
| Era | Average Match Score | Records Set |
|---|---|---|
| 2008-2012 | 153 | 3 of top 10 |
| 2013-2017 | 163 | 5 of top 10 |
| 2018-2022 | 171 | 1 of top 10 |
| 2023-2025 | 176 | 1 of top 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest team total in IPL history?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru scored 263/5 against Pune Warriors India on 23 April 2013 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, built primarily on Chris Gayle's 175* off 66 balls.
Has any IPL team scored 250+ runs in an innings?
Yes, twice. RCB scored 263/5 in 2013 and CSK scored 248/3 in 2010. Only these two teams have crossed 245 in IPL history.
Which ground produces the highest IPL scores?
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru produces the highest average scores in IPL history, with an average first-innings score approximately 12 runs above the tournament average.
What was the highest IPL total that lost the match?
Teams have lost matches after scoring over 210 on multiple occasions. The highest losing total in IPL history is approximately 218.
What is the highest total successfully chased in IPL?
The highest successful chase in IPL history is approximately 215, achieved by Kolkata Knight Riders in 2014. Successfully chasing 220+ has not yet been achieved in IPL.