IPL Playoff test nerves and self-belief as teams chase targets under immense pressure. Successful chases often secure crucial wins or trophies. Here’s a look at the highest run chases in IPL Playoffs history, showcasing thrilling moments where teams displayed grit and determination to advance or claim glory.
5. CSK – 179 Runs vs SRH (IPL 2018 Final)
Chennai Super Kings chased 179 with ease inside 18.3 overs at Wankhede, thanks to Shane Watson’s unbeaten 117 off 57 balls. Despite a slow start, Watson exploded in the middle overs, while CSK skillfully played out Rashid Khan and Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Tight death bowling from Lungi Ngidi and Shardul Thakur restricted SRH to 178/6. This win gave CSK their third IPL title.
4. GT – 189 Runs vs RR (IPL 2022 Qualifier 1)
3. KKR – 191 Runs vs CSK (IPL 2012 Final)
KKR won their first IPL title by chasing 191 in a thrilling final at Chepauk. Despite losing captain Gautam Gambhir early, Manvinder Bisla’s 89 off 48 balls and Jacques Kallis’ 69 helped KKR reach 192/5 in 19.4 overs. Manoj Tiwary hit the winning runs, capping a memorable victory.
2. KKR – 200 Runs vs KXIP (IPL 2014 Final)
KKR lifted their second IPL trophy with a dramatic chase of 200, winning by 3 wickets with 3 balls to spare. Manish Pandey’s match-winning 94 anchored the innings after a shaky start. Karanveer Singh’s 4-wicket haul nearly derailed KKR, but Piyush Chawla’s calm finish sealed the victory in the final over.
1. PBKS – 204 Runs vs MI (IPL 2025 Qualifier 2)
Punjab Kings chased a record 204 to defeat Mumbai Indians, led by Shreyas Iyer’s unbeaten 87 off 41 balls. Iyer’s aggressive strokeplay at a strike rate of 212.19 guided PBKS to 207/5 in 19 overs, earning him Player of the Match and a place in the IPL 2025 final.
