Top 10 KKR Highest Score in IPL History

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have developed into one of the hottest batting teams in the Indian Premier League. They have taken an aggressive approach and have had a long batting depth that has led to making many high scores, especially of late.

One of the reasons behind their big scores is the short boundaries combined with a true pitch at Eden Gardens. Here is the updated list of KKR Highest Score in IPL.

KKR Highest Score in IPL History

Rank	Score	Opposition	Ground	Date	Result
1	272/7	DC	Visakhapatnam	3 Apr 2024	Won
2	261/6	PBKS	Eden Gardens	26 Apr 2024	Lost
3	245/6	PBKS	Indore	12 May 2018	Won
4	235/6	LSG	Lucknow	5 May 2024	Won
5	234/7	LSG	Eden Gardens	8 Apr 2025	Lost
6	232/2	MI	Eden Gardens	28 Apr 2019	Won
7	223/6	RR	Eden Gardens	16 Apr 2024	Lost
8	222/3	RCB	Bengaluru	18 Apr 2008	Won
9	222/6	RCB	Eden Gardens	21 Apr 2024	Won
10	220/4	MI	Wankhede	29 Mar 2026	Lost

1. KKR 272/7 vs DC – Highest Score in IPL History

On 3 April 2024 Kolkata Knight Riders scored most runs in IPL history 272/7 against Delhi Capitals at Visakhapatnam. This continued to be the highest score achieved by KKR in the history of IPL and is one of the highest team totals in the tournament. They bossed the powerplay and kept a run rate above 13.60 at all times during the innings. Explosive starts from Sunil Narine and the top-order batters, and then acceleration from the middle order. This innings is seen as one of the best batting performances for the franchise and led to an emphatic victory by the team here.

2. KKR 261/6 vs PBKS

KKR scored a massive total of 261/6 against Punjab Kings at Eden Gardens in a high-scoring thriller on 26 April 2024. In a thrilling run chase, however, they fell just short of the huge total. The innings consisted of solid starts from the openers along with some fireworks from finishers Andre Russell and Rinku Singh. With strong partnerships across the order they rode their momentum. This score is still the second highest score in KKR’s IPL history and indicated the high-scoring trend of T20 cricket of Modern Era.

3. KKR 245/6 vs PBKS

KKR scored 245/6 against Punjab Kings in Indore (12 May 2018) This was the highest score in the franchise for many years and led to a big win. Batters abused the flat pitch and short boundaries with long-hitting exhibition. Some key batsman (including several explosive knocks from the top and middle order) kept the scoreboard moving at a brisk rate. Even today, this match is considered one of the most impressive batting displays KKR ever delivered in their formative years.

4. KKR 235/6 vs LSG

KKR 235/6 against Lucknow Super Giants (Lucknow, 5 May 2024) They disciplined attacking batting proved too strong for their opponents leading to a comfortable victory. Where the top order built a foundation the middle order thrived with the bat during the death overs. It was an innings epitomised by excellent shot selection and clean striking. It also bolstered KKR’s claims in the IPL as a dominant away outfit.

5. KKR 234/7 vs LSG

Against Lucknow Super Giants at Eden Gardens, KKR made 234/7 in April 2025, but lost the match. The opposition however, chased the huge total down in a beleckoning contest with a good batting effort. KKR batting struggled having just recovered from poor middle order batting for challenging total. This match illustrated the high-scoring nature of the IPL in modern times where even totals that exceed 230 can be chased down. It is still remembered as a very entertaining match.

6. KKR 232/2 vs MI

KKR scored a clinical 232/2 vs Mumbai Indians at Eden Gardens on 28th April 2019 An exemplary display of partnerships, and aggression, but controlled aggression on the day. The openers set the stage, setting no pressure on the middle order to play freely.

7. KKR 223/6 vs RR

Eden Gardens, 16 April 2024 RCB 226-6 ,. KKR 223-6 (20). They did not win the match, but the total proved they could make competitive scores on their challenging days. The batters were dangerous and were initially slow to build but would take risks when necessary to start building momentum. Substantial contributions by the middle and lower order saw them reach a total that was defendable. Another allround performance that kept the contest alive till the finish line, another example of the fight the team displays.

KKR’s Batting Firepower

KKR batting line-up is a mix of experienced hitters and fearless youngsters. The first over’s aggressive mentality has brought them stacks of 220+ totals in seasons gone by. The batting-friendly nature of Eden Gardens with the short boundaries means that it continues to be a big positive. This combination of explosive openers, dependable middle-order anchors and finishers will always be a difficult combination to contend with on any given day.

Can KKR Score 300 in IPL?

And with the batting depth they possess now, along with high-scoring T20s becoming the norm as seen in the T20 World Cup a few months ago, KKR are certainly one of the somewhat realistic sides to pile on 300 runs in the future. Better performances from batters higher up in the order and better starting-strike-rates along with death-over batting will bring that number closer.

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Conclusion

Over the years, KKR has also increased their highest-scoring IPL games. Starting from a record 272/7 against Delhi Capitals to a plethora of other really big totals, Kolkata Knight Riders has truly been established among some of the finest batting powerhouses. We will be getting more fireworks from cricket fans in the upcoming seasons.

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