Teams with most 250+ totals in IPL history

Only seven times 250+ has been scored in the IPL.

There was a time when a target of 250 runs in an ODI game was considered a big total. But the time has changed, and 250 runs are scored in 20 overs. Especially in the Indian Premier League (IPL), some of the highest T20 totals are registered. The IPL has changed the dynamics of cricket.

The highest total in franchise cricket history is registered in the IPL, and the highest second innings score in all T20s was registered in the IPL. Before 2024, only twice 250+ totals were scored in the IPL, but in the IPL 2024 edition, five times 250+ was scored by teams. But have you ever wondered which team has crossed the 250-run mark most times in the history of the IPL? Let’s find out.

Here is the list of Teams with most 250+ totals in IPL history

4. Lucknow Super Giants – 1 Time

Marcus Stoinis, Nicholas Pooran. (Image Source: BCCI)

Lucknow Super Giants have achieved the feat once. Infact, they became second team after Royal Challengers Bengaluru to achieve this feat. They did it against Punjab Kings in 2023 in Mohali. They did it while batting first when they posted one of the highest IPL totals of 257/5. Kyle Mayers (54 off 24) and Marcus Stoinis (72 off 40) made fifties, and there were some other cameos as well. LSG won that game by 56 runs after dismissing PBKS for 201.

3. Kolkata Knight Riders – 1 Time

Kolkata Knight Riders, KKR, 272, IPL — Kolkata Knight Riders scored 272 against DC in IPL 2024. (Image Source: BCCI)

IPL 2024 saw five of the top six IPL totals recorded in the tournament history. The third highest one is registered under the name Kolkata Knight Riders. They went on to cross the 250-run mark against Delhi Capitals in Vishakapatnam. It was because of the carnage from Sunil Narine at the top. He smashed a 39-ball 85, and KKR posted 272/7, which is their highest IPL total now. DC were bowled out for 166 in the second innings and lost the game by 106 runs.

2. Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 2 Times

Dinesh Karthik, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, IPL 2024 — Dinesh Karthik, Royal Challengers Bengaluru. (Image Source: BCCI)

Before the IPL 2024, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) held the record for the highest IPL total of 263/5, which they made against Pune Warriors India when Chris Gayle smashed an iconic 175 not out. This total remained at the top for 11 years before it was broken. But after that, RCB crossed the 250-run mark for the second time against SRH while chasing 288 in Bengaluru in 2024 and made 262/7 and lost by 26 runs. With this, RCB now have two scores of over 250 runs in the IPL history.

1. Sunrisers Hyderabad – 3 Times

Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Sunrisers Hyderabad, IPL 2024 — Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Sunrisers Hyderabad. (Image Source: BCCI)

Before the IPL 2024, the highest IPL total for Sunrisers Hyderabad was 231/2, but in 2024, they broke all batting records. SRH registered three totals of not just 250 runs but over 265 runs. They scored 266/7 against Delhi Capitals, posted 277/3 against Mumbai Indians, and had the highest IPL total of 286/3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The level of batting firepower SRH has it looked like they have made a habit of posting big totals.

(All stats updated till 20th April, 2024)

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