Most Runs in IPL Season: Batters With Most Runs In A Single IPL Season

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a stage where every cricketer dreams of playing. Its popularity and the fierce competition it offers make it one of the most exciting cricket leagues. Over the years, we’ve seen both international and Indian players dominate with the bat, even on Indian pitches, which are known for being spin-friendly and lacking the bounce seen in places like Australia or England. You might wonder, who has scored the most runs in a single IPL season?

Top 5 Players With Most Runs In One IPL Season

Virat Kohli: 973 runs, IPL 2016

Virat Kohli, often called “King Kohli,” tops the list. In the 2016 season, he was unstoppable, scoring 973 runs in just 16 matches. What made that season even more special was his ability to hit four centuries, a record that still stands.

Kohli’s strength lies in his classic cricketing shots, and once he’s settled at the crease, converting starts into big scores is second nature to him. His best knock that season came against Punjab Kings, where he smashed 113 runs off 50 balls. Despite his heroics, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) couldn’t clinch the title that year.

Shubman Gill: 890 runs, IPL 2023

Shubman Gill, the young sensation, made his mark in the 2023 IPL season, scoring 890 runs in 17 matches, including four half-centuries and three centuries, at an impressive strike rate of 156.

Playing for Gujarat Titans, Gill’s consistent performances were crucial to his team’s success. His rise in cricket began during the Under-19 World Cup, and since then, he has continued to shine, proving critics wrong who doubted his abilities in the shorter format.

Jos Buttler: 863 runs, IPL 2022

Jos Buttler, the current captain of England’s white-ball team, had a fantastic season in 2022, amassing 863 runs in 17 matches. He hit four centuries, playing a pivotal role in Rajasthan Royals reaching the finals.

Buttler’s explosive batting made him the standout player for Rajasthan that season. However, Gujarat Titans denied them the trophy, but Buttler’s contributions will always be remembered by fans.

David Warner: 848 runs, IPL 2016

David Warner, known for his aggressive batting, claimed the fourth spot with 848 runs in 17 matches during the 2016 season. He hit nine half-centuries and had a strike rate of 151.

Warner was instrumental in leading Sunrisers Hyderabad to their first-ever IPL title, where they defeated RCB in the final. Warner is also known for winning the Orange Cap (awarded to the highest run-scorer) three times in his IPL career.

Kane Williamson: 735 runs, IPL 2018

Kane Williamson, the calm and composed New Zealand captain, scored 735 runs in 17 matches during the 2018 season, hitting eight half-centuries.

Known for his technique rather than power hitting, Williamson’s ability to craft innings made him one of the best in that season. Although his team, Sunrisers Hyderabad, made it to the finals, they couldn’t overcome Chennai Super Kings.

Most Runs In Single IPL Season

Player	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100	50	0	4s	6s
Virat Kohli (2016)	16	16	4	973	113	81.08	640	152.03	4	7	1	83	38
Shubman Gill (2023)	17	17	2	890	129	59.33	564	157.80	3	4	1	85	33
Jos Buttler (2022)	17	17	2	863	116	57.53	579	149.05	4	4	–	83	45
David Warner (2016)	17	17	3	848	93*	60.57	560	151.42	–	9	1	88	31
Kane Williamson (2018)	17	17	3	735	84	52.50	516	142.44	–	8	1	63	28

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