Highest Powerplay Score in IPL 2024 and Previous Seasons

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Do you know what is the highest powerplay score in IPL history? If not, then do not worry, we have some names for you.

The powerplay in cricket, especially in the context of the Indian Premier League (IPL), is a critical phase that sets the tone for the rest of the innings. During the powerplay, which comprises the first six overs of each innings, specific fielding restrictions are enforced to favor the batting side and encourage aggressive play. Here’s a breakdown of what powerplay entails in the IPL:

Highest Powerplay Score in IPL
Team	Powerplay Score	Opposition
Kolkata Knight Riders	105/0	Royal Challenger Bangalore
Chennai Super Kings	100/2	Punjab Kings
Chennai Super Kings	90/0	Mumbai Indians

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What is Powerplay in IPL?

Duration: The powerplay consists of the first six overs of each innings.

Fielding Restrictions: It imposes a set of fielding restrictions on the bowling team.

Number of Fielders Outside the Circle: During the powerplay overs, only two fielders are permitted outside the 30-yard circle, providing ample opportunities for the batting side to capitalize on gaps in the field.

Encourages Aggressive Play: The powerplay entices batsmen to take calculated risks and aim for big hits, as they are less concerned about getting dismissed during this phase.

Bowlers’ Advantage: While batsmen look to score freely, bowlers can also benefit from the powerplay as aggressive strokeplay by the batsmen might lead to wickets falling.

The powerplay serves as a strategic window for teams to amass runs quickly and gain momentum early in the innings. Teams that effectively utilize the powerplay often set the stage for formidable totals and increase their chances of clinching victory in IPL matches.

Now, let’s look into the top 10 highest scores ever made during the IPL powerplay, highlighting the aggressive batting displays that have left fans spellbound over the years.

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Highest Powerplay Score in IPL History

Year	Team	Powerplay Score	Opposition
2017	Kolkata Knight Riders	105/0	Royal Challenger Bangalore
2014	Chennai Super Kings	100/2	Punjab Kings
2015	Chennai Super Kings	90/0	Mumbai Indians
2011	Kochi Tuskers Kerala	87/2	Rajasthan Royals
2014	Punjab Kings	86/1	Sunrisers Hyderabad
2023	Rajasthan Royals	85/1	Sunrisers Hyderabad
2018	Mumbai Indians	84/0	Delhi Capitals
2009	Deccan Chargers	84/1	Delhi Capitals
2022	Punjab Kings	83/1	Royal Challengers Bangalore
2021	Sunrisers Hyderabad	83/1	Mumbai Indians
2017	Mumbai Indians	82/1	Punjab Kings
2022	Delhi Capitals	81/0	Punjab Kings
2021	Rajasthan Royals	81/1	Chennai Super Kings
2023	Lucknow Super Giants	80/1	Chennai Super Kings
2017	Sunrisers Hyderabad	79/0	Kolkata Knight Riders

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Highest powerplay scores in IPL by venue

Stadium	Highest Score	Team	Opponent	Year
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru	105/0	KKR	RCB	2017
Punjab Cricket Association Stadium, Mohali	100/2	CSK	KXIP	2014
MCA International Stadium, Pune	90/0	CSK	MI	2015
Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai	87/2	KT	RR	2011
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad	86/1	PBKS	SRH	2014

Highest powerplay scores in IPL 2024 and previous seasons

Year	Score	Team	Opponent
2024	NA	NA	NA
2023	89	RR	KKR
2022	83	PBKS	RCB
2021	83	SRH	MI
2020	77	RR	KXIP
2019	73	DC	KXIP
2018	84	MI	DC
2017	105	KKR	RCB
2016	76	RCB	GL
2015	90	CSK	MI
2014	100	CSK	KXIP
2013	72	RR	SRH
2012	77	KXIP	PWI
2011	87	KT	RR
2010	65	MI	CSK
2009	84	DC	DD
2008	75	KKR	CSK

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Highest powerplay scores by individual players

Rank	Player	Runs	Team	Year	Opponent
1	Chris Lynn (KKR)	73*	KKR	2017	RCB
2	Sunil Narine (KKR)	32	KKR	2017	RCB
3	Brendon McCullum (KKR)	75	KKR	2008	CSK
4	Michael Hussey (CSK)	60	CSK	2014	KXIP
5	Faf du Plessis (CSK)	58*	CSK	2015	MI

So these were all the highest powerplay score in IPL history team and players that you were looking for.

FAQs on IPL Powerplay

What is the Powerplay in IPL?

The Powerplay in IPL refers to the first six overs of each innings during a match where specific fielding restrictions are applied to favor the batting side.

How long does the Powerplay last in IPL?

The Powerplay phase in IPL spans the initial six overs of each innings, providing a strategic opportunity for teams to accumulate runs quickly.

What are the Fielding Restrictions during the Powerplay in IPL?

During the Powerplay overs, only two fielders are allowed outside the 30-yard circle, creating more gaps in the field for the batting team to exploit.

What is the Purpose of the Powerplay in IPL?

The Powerplay is designed to encourage aggressive batting and scoring, allowing batsmen to take calculated risks without worrying too much about the risk of dismissal.

What is the highest powerplay score in IPL

The highest powerplay score in IPL is 105/0 by Kolkata Knight Riders in 2017.

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