Courtesy: BCCI/IPL
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a stage for some of the most breathtaking batting spectacles the cricketing world has ever seen. Over the years, record-breaking partnerships have defined matches, showcasing the sheer power and skill of the game’s greatest players. Think back to Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers, the dynamic Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) duo, who twice shattered records with partnerships of 229 and 215 runs. Their brutal yet elegant stroke play left bowlers helpless, epitomizing IPL’s high-scoring nature. Then came KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock, whose unbeaten 210-run stand for Lucknow Super Giants in 2022, displayed calculated aggression and flawless execution.
More recently, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan added their names to the list with a stunning 210-run partnership for Gujarat Titans, blending finesse with power. These monumental stands are more than just numbers, they symbolize the audacious flair of T20 cricket. From elegant cover drives to ferocious sixes, IPL partnerships have consistently redefined what’s possible in limited-overs cricket. Each towering partnership not only rewrites the record books but also offers fans an unforgettable spectacle of unrelenting dominance.
List of Players with highest partnerships by wicket in IPL history:
|
Wicket |
Date |
Players |
Score |
|
1st |
18/5/2022 |
Quinton De Kock/ KL Rahul |
210* |
|
1st |
10/5/2024 |
Shubman Gill/ Sai Sudarshan |
210 |
|
2nd |
14/5/2016 |
Virat Kohli/ AB De Villiers |
229 |
|
3rd |
12/4/2022 |
Robin Uthappa/ Shivam Dube |
165 |
|
4th |
4/5/2019 |
Gurkeerat Singh/ Shimron Hetmyer |
144 |
|
5th |
8/5/2016 |
Yusuf Pathan/ Shakib Al Hasan |
134* |
|
6th |
14/5/2012 |
Ambati Rayadu/ Kieron Pollard |
122* |
|
7th |
12/4/2015 |
Jagadeesha Suchith/ Harbhajan Singh |
100 |
|
8th |
12/4/2024 |
Ayush Badoni/ Arshad Khan |
73* |
|
9th |
12/5/2023 |
Rashid Khan/ AS Joseph |
88* |
|
10th |
9/4/2023 |
Shikhar Dhawan/ Mohit Rathee |
55* |
The IPL has witnessed some extraordinary batting performances over the years, with record-breaking partnerships that have left an indelible mark on the tournament’s history. With flat pitches, smaller boundaries, and aggressive batting approaches becoming the norm, it wouldn’t be surprising to see existing records tumble. As teams strategise and players continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible, fans can eagerly anticipate more jaw-dropping alliances that could etch their names into the IPL’s record books.
