Have you ever played a game where you thought you were going to lose, but then you won at the very last second? That is exactly what happened in the IPL In cricket, a “run chase” is when the second team tries to score more runs than the first team.
Usually, if a team scores 200 runs, it is very hard to beat them. But recently, one team did something that nobody thought was possible. They chased down 265 runs!
Who holds the record for the highest run chase?
The record for the highest run chase in IPL belongs to the Punjab Kings (PBKS). On April 25, 2026, they played a match against the Delhi Capitals.
First, the Delhi Capitals went to bat. Their captain, KL Rahul, played like a superhero! He scored 152 runs all by himself. Delhi ended their turn with a huge score of 264 runs. Everyone watching thought, “There is no way Punjab can win this.”
How Punjab Kings Made History
Punjab Kings did not give up. They started hitting the ball very hard from the very first minute.
- The Quick Start: Two players named Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya started the batting. They hit so many sixes and fours that they scored 116 runs in just 6 overs!
- The Finish: Later, the captain of Punjab, Shreyas Iyer, came to bat. He stayed until the end and scored 71 runs.
Because they played so fast, Punjab Kings reached 265 runs with 7 balls still left to play. It was the biggest successful chase ever seen in professional cricket!
Top 5 Highest Run Chases in IPL
Here is a simple list of the biggest chases we have ever seen in the IPL:
| Rank | Runs Chased | Team Who Won | Opponent | Year |
| 1 | 265 | Punjab Kings | Delhi Capitals | 2026 |
| 2 | 262 | Punjab Kings | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2024 |
| 3 | 247 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Punjab Kings | 2025 |
| 4 | 230 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Lucknow Super Giants | 2025 |
| 5 | 229 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rajasthan Royals | 2026 |
Conclusion
Cricket is a game of surprises. For a long time, people thought chasing 200 runs was a dream. But now, teams are chasing 260 runs like it’s easy! The Punjab Kings have shown everyone that no target is too big if you have courage and hit the ball well.
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FAQ
What is the highest run chase in IPL history?
As of 2026, the highest successful run chase is 265 runs by Punjab Kings against Delhi Capitals.
Which team has the most successful high chases?
Punjab Kings (PBKS) hold the record for the top two highest chases in IPL history (265 and 262).
Who scored the most runs in the record-breaking 265-run match?
KL Rahul scored 152 runs for Delhi Capitals, but Punjab Kings still won the game.
Where did the highest run chase happen?
The record match between Punjab and Delhi was played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
