Highest Successful Run Chase in IPL History
Punjab Kings hold the record for the highest successful run chase in IPL history, chasing down 262 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2024.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed some incredible run chases over the years. The latest high-scoring encounter between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025 has once again sparked curiosity about the biggest successful chases in tournament history.
On March 25, 2025, Punjab Kings set a massive 243-run target for Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The home team got off to a strong start, keeping hopes alive for a record chase. This has left fans wondering: What is the highest target ever chased in IPL history?
Highest Successful Run Chase in IPL History
The record for the highest chase in IPL history belongs to Punjab Kings, who chased down a mammoth 262-run target against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens in IPL 2024. In that game, KKR posted 261/6, but Jonny Bairstow and Shashank Singh played explosive knocks to take Punjab Kings over the line with ease.
Apart from this record chase, Rajasthan Royals, Mumbai Indians, and Sunrisers Hyderabad have also pulled off some remarkable run chases in IPL history.
Top 5 Highest Successful Chases in IPL
| Team | Target | Score | Overs | Opposition | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punjab Kings | 262 | 262/2 | 18.4 | Kolkata Knight Riders | April 26, 2024 | Kolkata |
| Rajasthan Royals | 224 | 226/6 | 19.3 | Kings XI Punjab | Sep 27, 2020 | Sharjah |
| Rajasthan Royals | 224 | 224/8 | 20.0 | Kolkata Knight Riders | April 16, 2024 | Kolkata |
| Mumbai Indians | 219 | 219/6 | 20.0 | Chennai Super Kings | May 1, 2021 | Delhi |
| Rajasthan Royals | 215 | 217/7 | 19.5 | Deccan Chargers | April 24, 2008 | Hyderabad |
With high-scoring games becoming common in recent IPL seasons, teams are now backing themselves to chase down huge totals. It remains to be seen if Gujarat Titans can add their name to this list with a historic run chase against Punjab Kings in IPL 2025.
