Highest Win By Runs in IPL

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is famous for its exciting games, close finishes, and impressive performances from both batters and bowlers. While many matches have been tightly contested, some teams have completely overpowered their opponents, winning by huge margins.

Here’s a look at the highest margin win by runs in IPL history and the teams that have secured the maximum winning margin by runs in IPL.

Biggest Wins in IPL by Runs

Below are the biggest victories in IPL history, where teams outclassed their opponents with high scores and dominant bowling performances.

1. Mumbai Indians – 146 Runs (vs Delhi Capitals, 2017)

In the 2017 season, Mumbai Indians (MI) recorded the biggest win in IPL history by defeating Delhi Capitals by 146 runs. After posting an imposing total of 212/3, with notable contributions from Lendl Simmons and Kieron Pollard, Mumbai’s bowling attack dismantled Delhi’s batting lineup, restricting them to just 66 runs.

• Margin: 146 runs
• Target: 213
• Opposition: Delhi Capitals
• Ground: Delhi
• Date: May 6, 2017

2. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 144 Runs (vs Gujarat Lions, 2016)

One of the most memorable matches in IPL history saw Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) thrash Gujarat Lions by 144 runs. Batting first, RCB posted a total 249/3, with Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers scored centuries. Gujarat Lions could only scores 104 runs in reply, giving RCB a comfortable victory by a massive margin.

• Margin: 144 runs
• Target: 249
• Opposition: Gujarat Lions
• Ground: Bengaluru
• Date: May 14, 2016

3. Kolkata Knight Riders – 140 Runs (vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2008)

In the first season of the IPL, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made a strong start by beating Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by a huge 140 runs. Brendon McCullum played an amazing innings, scoring 158 runs from just 73 balls, helping KKR reach a total of 222/3. RCB, in reply, struggled and were all out for only 82 runs. This game remains one of the biggest wins in IPL history, both in terms of runs and wickets.

• Margin: 140 runs
• Target: 223
• Opposition: Royal Challengers Bangalore
• Ground: Bengaluru
• Date: April 18, 2008

4. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 138 Runs (vs Punjab Kings, 2015)

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) claimed another massive win in 2015, defeating Punjab Kings (formerly Kings XI Punjab) by 138 runs. RCB put up a huge score of 227/3, thanks to Chris Gayle’s explosive knock of 117 off 57 balls. Punjab Kings, in response, were all out for just 88 runs, securing another dominant victory for RCB.

• Margin: 138 runs
• Target: 227
• Opposition: Punjab Kings
• Ground: Bengaluru
• Date: May 6, 2015

5. Royal Challengers Bangalore – 130 Runs (vs Pune Warriors, 2013)

The biggest victory in IPL history by RCB came in 2013 when they defeated Pune Warriors India by 130 runs. Chris Gayle played one of the greatest T20 innings of all time, scored 175 off 66 balls*, taking RCB to an unbelievable total of 263/5. Pune Warriors struggled to get going and managed just 133/9, giving RCB a 130-run win.

• Margin: 130 runs
• Target: 264
• Opposition: Pune Warriors India
• Ground: Bengaluru
• Date: April 23, 2013

Additional Big Wins in IPL History

Here are a few other notable biggest wins in IPL:

• Sunrisers Hyderabad – 118 runs vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (2019)
• Royal Challengers Bangalore – 112 runs vs Rajasthan Royals (2023)
• Punjab Kings – 111 runs vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (2011)
• Kolkata Knight Riders – 106 runs vs Delhi Capitals (2024)