List of 200+ Run Partnerships in IPL History 

Highest 200+ run partnerships in IPL history : Scoring over 200 runs in a 20-over T20 match is no easy feat, even for the most explosive batting pairs. Most teams consider 170-180 runs a strong total, and going beyond 200 requires remarkable consistency and power-hitting. Yet, in the IPL’s rich history, a few batting duos have defied expectations, building massive partnerships that not only entertained fans but also etched their names in record books.

The partnerships listed below highlight great batting skills, smart shot selection, and strong teamwork between players. Here’s a detailed look at the highest 200+ run partnerships in IPL history:

List of Top 20 Highest Partnership in IPL History – Partnership by Runs and Wickets

Here’s a look at the top 20 highest partnership in IPL history, along with some interesting details:

Rank	Partners	Runs	Wicket	Team	Against	Year
1	Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers	229	2nd	RCB	Guj Lions	2016
2	Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers	215*	2nd	RCB	MI	2015
3	Quinton de Kock, KL Rahul	210*	1st	LSG	KKR	2022
4	Shubhman Gill, Sai Sudharsan	210	1st	GT	CSK	2024
5	Adam Gilchrist, Shaun Marsh	206	2nd	PBKS	RCB	2011
6	Chris Gayle, Virat Kohli	204*	2nd	RCB	Daredevils	2012
7	David Warner, Naman Ojha	189*	2nd	Daredevils	Deccan	2012
8	Jonny Bairstow, David Warner	185	1st	SRH	RCB	2019
9	Gautam Gambhir, Chris Lynn	184*	1st	KKR	Guj Lions	2017
10	KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal	183	1st	PBKS	RR	2020
11	Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devon Conway	182	1st	CSK	SRH	2022
12	Shane Watson, Faf du Plessis	181*	1st	CSK	PBKS	2020
13	Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal	181*	1st	RCB	RR	2021
14	S Dhawan, Kane Williamson	176*	2nd	SRH	DD	2018
15	Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis	172	1st	RCB	SRH	2023
16	Herschelle Gibbs, Rohit Sharma	167*	2nd	MI	KKR	2012
17	Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head	167*	1st	SRH	LSG	2024
18	Chris Gayle, Tilakaratne Dilshan	167	1st	RCB	Warriors	2013
19	Virat Kohli, Will Jacks	166*	2nd	RCB	GT	2024
20	Robin Uthappa, Shivam Dube	165	3rd	CSK	RCB	2022

#1. Virat Kohli & AB de Villiers (RCB) – 229 runs

The highest partnership in IPL history belongs to Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers, who stitched together a monumental 229-run stand against Gujarat Lions in 2016. After losing Chris Gayle early, the duo launched a relentless attack, smashing boundaries at will.

Kohli finished with 109 off 55 balls, while de Villiers remained unbeaten on 129 from just 52 deliveries. Their partnership powered RCB to an imposing total, leaving the opposition with little chance to fight bac

#2. Virat Kohli & AB de Villiers (RCB) – 215* runs 

Kohli and de Villiers, two of IPL’s most legendary players, feature again with another historic stand. In 2015, they put on an unbeaten 215-run partnership against Mumbai Indians, both scoring centuries. Their chemistry and ability to rotate the strike, combined with explosive hitting, made it one of the most memorable partnerships in T20 cricket.

Batsmen With the Most Sixes in the 20th Over of IPL Matches

#3. Quinton de Kock & KL Rahul (LSG) – 210* runs

A historic moment for Lucknow Super Giants came in 2022 when KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock crafted the highest-ever opening partnership in IPL history. Their unbeaten 210-run stand against Kolkata Knight Riders came in just 18.4 overs. De Kock, aggressive from the start, reached his fifty in just 23 balls, while Rahul accelerated later, sealing a comfortable chase.

Most Runs Scored in the 20th over of IPL innings 

4. Shubhman Gill & Sai Sudharsan (GT) – 210 runs

Gujarat Titans’ young guns Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan put on a show in 2024 with a 210-run partnership against Chennai Super Kings. Gill’s elegant strokeplay complemented Sudharsan’s aggressive approach, as both players smashed centuries to set a massive target of 231.

5. Adam Gilchrist & Shaun Marsh (PBKS) – 206 runs

The first-ever 200+ run partnership in IPL history featured legendary wicketkeeper-batsman Adam Gilchrist and Shaun Marsh for Punjab Kings (formerly KXIP). Against RCB in 2011, they built a devastating 206-run stand, with Gilchrist hammering 106 off just 42 balls. This record stood unchallenged for over a decade, proving Gilchrist’s ability to dominate any attack.

The Legacy of 200+ Partnerships in IPL

These partnerships highlight the brilliance of modern-day T20 batting. Scoring at 10+ runs per over requires not just skill but also an aggressive mindset and flawless execution.

• RCB Dominance: With five entries, Royal Challengers Bangalore boasts the most 200+ run partnerships in IPL history, thanks to legends like Kohli, de Villiers, and Gayle.
• Opening Pairs: The rise of dominant opening partnerships, such as Gill-Sudharsan and Rahul-De Kock, shows the shift toward aggressive batting from the very first ball.
• Longevity of Records: The 206-run stand by Gilchrist and Marsh stood as the highest for 11 years before being overtaken by newer generations.