David Warner sits far ahead of every other batter in the race for most runs for Sunrisers Hyderabad. The Australian opener scored 4014 runs in 95 matches for SRH between 2014 and 2021, at an average of 49.56 and a strike rate of 142.59. That total leaves him nearly 1500 runs clear of second place, a gap no other SRH batter has come close to closing.
Warner led SRH to their only IPL title in 2016 and won the Orange Cap three times in SRH colours, in 2015, 2017 and 2019. Behind him, Shikhar Dhawan holds second place with 2518 runs, while Abhishek Sharma has climbed to third with 2316 runs and is still adding to his total. This page lists the full top 10 run scorers for SRH, with matches, averages, strike rates and seasons for each batter. All figures count runs scored in SRH colours only.
Most Runs for Sunrisers Hyderabad Overview
| Record | Detail |
|---|---|
| Team | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| Most runs | David Warner, 4014 runs |
| Second place | Shikhar Dhawan, 2518 runs |
| Third place | Abhishek Sharma, 2316 runs |
| IPL titles | 1, in 2016 |
| First SRH season | 2013 |
| Stats through | IPL 2026 season |
Top 10 Most Runs for Sunrisers Hyderabad
| Rank | Player | Runs | Matches | Average | Strike Rate | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | David Warner | 4014 | 95 | 49.56 | 142.59 | 2014 to 2021 |
| 2 | Shikhar Dhawan | 2518 | 85 | 34.03 | 124.28 | 2013 to 2018 |
| 3 | Abhishek Sharma | 2316 | 88 | 28.95 | 170.80 | 2019 to 2026 |
| 4 | Kane Williamson | 2101 | 75 | 36.22 | 126.03 | 2015 to 2022 |
| 5 | Heinrich Klaasen | 2038 | 54 | 45.29 | 169.13 | 2023 to 2026 |
| 6 | Travis Head | 1351 | 42 | 32.95 | 176.14 | 2024 to 2026 |
| 7 | Manish Pandey | 1345 | 47 | 35.39 | 124.77 | 2018 to 2021 |
| 8 | Jonny Bairstow | 1038 | 28 | 41.52 | 142.19 | 2019 to 2021 |
| 9 | Ishan Kishan | 956 | 28 | 38.24 | 170.11 | 2025 to 2026 |
| 10 | Rahul Tripathi | 851 | 33 | 29.34 | 144.48 | 2022 to 2024 |
Record History
SRH joined the IPL in 2013, and Shikhar Dhawan was the early pace setter at the top of the order. Warner joined the team in 2014 and scored 528 runs in his first SRH season. He moved ahead of Dhawan during the 2015 season and never gave the lead back. Warner then produced his best season in 2016, scoring 848 runs as captain and leading SRH to the title with a win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the final. You can follow the full story in our Sunrisers Hyderabad IPL results every year guide.
Warner kept adding big seasons after 2016 and finished his SRH career on 4014 runs, with 40 fifties and 2 centuries. His highest score for SRH was 126 against Kolkata Knight Riders at Hyderabad in 2017. Kane Williamson held third place for several years with 2101 runs, including the Orange Cap winning season of 2018, when he scored 735 runs.
The new generation has changed the lower half of the list. Abhishek Sharma moved past Williamson into third place during the 2026 season, and Heinrich Klaasen passed 2000 SRH runs in the same season. Klaasen now sits fifth with 2038 runs in only 54 matches. Travis Head sits sixth with 1351 runs, just 6 runs ahead of Manish Pandey. Ishan Kishan joined SRH in 2025, marked his arrival with 106 not out against Rajasthan Royals at Hyderabad, and has already reached ninth place with 956 runs.
Warner also features high on the list of most runs by overseas batters in IPL history, which shows how his SRH record fits into the wider league picture. Full season by season numbers are published on the official IPL site. For team by team comparisons, see our guides to most runs for Kolkata Knight Riders, most runs for Rajasthan Royals, most runs for Punjab Kings and most runs for Delhi Capitals.
What This Record Tells Us
Two things stand out from this list. The first is how complete Warner was as an SRH opener. An average of 49.56 across 95 matches is rare for any opener in T20 cricket, and he paired it with a strike rate above 142. He scored heavily in every kind of season, in title winning years and in poor years, which is why his total has lasted so long after he left the team.
The second is how much SRH batting has changed. The current core of Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen and Travis Head all strike above 169, which points to a team built on fast scoring rather than steady accumulation. That style has already pushed Abhishek and Klaasen past 2000 SRH runs. Even so, Warner’s record is safe for now. Abhishek needs 1698 more runs to pass him, so the chase will take several more seasons of heavy scoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has scored the most runs for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL?
David Warner has scored the most runs for SRH, with 4014 runs in 95 matches between 2014 and 2021.
Who is second on the SRH most runs list?
Shikhar Dhawan is second with 2518 runs in 85 matches between 2013 and 2018.
Who is the highest scoring current SRH batter on the list?
Abhishek Sharma is the highest scoring current SRH batter on the list, in third place overall with 2316 runs.
How many runs did Kane Williamson score for SRH?
Kane Williamson scored 2101 runs for SRH in 75 matches between 2015 and 2022.
Who has the best average among the SRH top 10 run scorers?
David Warner has the best average in the top 10, at 49.56, ahead of Heinrich Klaasen at 45.29.
Who has the highest strike rate among the SRH top 10 run scorers?
Travis Head has the highest strike rate in the top 10, at 176.14, ahead of Abhishek Sharma at 170.80.
How many Orange Caps did David Warner win for SRH?
David Warner won the Orange Cap three times for SRH, in 2015, 2017 and 2019.
What is Abhishek Sharma highest score for SRH?
Abhishek Sharma highest score for SRH is 141 against Punjab Kings at Hyderabad on 12 April 2025.
Statistics updated through: 3 November 2026
