In the IPL, a team crossing 250 runs in 20 overs is the ultimate show of batting power. It takes fearless hitting from the first ball to the last, and only six teams have ever managed it. Sunrisers Hyderabad sit on top of this list with six 250 plus totals, more than double of any other team. This article lists the most 250 plus totals by teams in IPL history, the full top 10 highest team totals, and how this record moved season by season.
The 250 barrier stayed untouched for years. Royal Challengers Bengaluru were the first team to cross it, back in 2013. Then a full decade passed before the floodgates opened. From 2024 onward, fearless batting changed the game, and 250 plus totals started arriving almost every season. Sunrisers Hyderabad led this new era with a record four of the top five highest team totals in IPL history.
Most 250 Plus Totals by Teams in IPL Overview
| Detail | Record |
|---|---|
| Record | Most 250 plus totals by a team in the IPL |
| Holder | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
| Number of 250 plus totals | 6 |
| Highest total | 287 for 3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 2024 |
| First ever 250 plus total | RCB 263 for 5 against Pune Warriors, 2013 |
| Total 250 plus scores in IPL history | 17 |
Teams with Most 250 Plus Totals in IPL
| Rank | Team | 250 Plus Totals | Highest Total | Seasons |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 6 | 287 for 3 vs RCB | 2024 to 2026 |
| 2 | Punjab Kings | 3 | 265 for 4 vs DC | 2024 to 2026 |
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 3 | 263 for 5 vs Pune Warriors | 2013 to 2026 |
| 4 | Delhi Capitals | 2 | 264 for 2 vs PBKS | 2024 to 2026 |
| 5 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2 | 272 for 7 vs DC | 2024 |
| 6 | Lucknow Super Giants | 1 | 257 for 5 vs PBKS | 2023 |
Highest Team Totals in IPL History
Here are the top 10 highest team totals ever posted in the IPL. Every entry is a 250 plus score, and Sunrisers Hyderabad own six of the ten spots.
| Rank | Team | Total | Opponent | Venue | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 287 for 3 | RCB | Bengaluru | 2024 |
| 2 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 286 for 6 | RR | Hyderabad | 2025 |
| 3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 278 for 3 | KKR | Delhi | 2025 |
| 4 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 277 for 3 | MI | Hyderabad | 2024 |
| 5 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 272 for 7 | DC | Visakhapatnam | 2024 |
| 6 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 266 for 7 | DC | Delhi | 2024 |
| 7 | Punjab Kings | 265 for 4 | DC | Delhi | 2026 |
| 8 | Delhi Capitals | 264 for 2 | PBKS | Delhi | 2026 |
| 9 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 263 for 5 | Pune Warriors | Bengaluru | 2013 |
| 10 | Punjab Kings | 262 for 2 | KKR | Kolkata | 2024 |
Record History
The first 250 plus total in IPL history came in 2013, when Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted 263 for 5 against Pune Warriors. Chris Gayle scored a famous 175 not out in that game, and the record stood untouched for 11 years.
Lucknow Super Giants became the second team to join the club in 2023 with 257 for 5 against Punjab Kings. But it was the 2024 season that changed everything. Eight 250 plus totals were posted in that one season, as teams attacked from the first over and treated no target as safe.
Sunrisers Hyderabad were the face of this new era. They set the all time record of 287 for 3 against RCB in 2024, and added more huge totals in 2025 with 286 for 6 against Rajasthan Royals and 278 for 3 against Kolkata Knight Riders. By 2026 they had stretched their tally to six.
The 2026 season brought five more 250 plus totals. The most dramatic came in Delhi, where Punjab Kings chased down 265 against Delhi Capitals, the highest successful run chase in IPL history, after Delhi had posted 264 for 2 with KL Rahul scoring 152 not out.
| Season | 250 Plus Totals | Notable Totals |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | RCB 263 for 5 vs Pune Warriors |
| 2023 | 1 | LSG 257 for 5 vs PBKS |
| 2024 | 8 | SRH 287 for 3 vs RCB, KKR 272 for 7 vs DC, PBKS 262 for 2 vs KKR |
| 2025 | 2 | SRH 286 for 6 vs RR, SRH 278 for 3 vs KKR |
| 2026 | 5 | PBKS 265 for 4 vs DC, DC 264 for 2 vs PBKS, SRH 255 for 4 vs RCB |
What This Record Tells Us
The numbers show how quickly batting standards have moved. Only two 250 plus totals came in the first 15 seasons of the IPL. Since 2024, there have been 15. Sunrisers Hyderabad own more than a third of all of them, which shows their all out attack approach under Pat Cummins was not a one season plan.
It also shows that big totals are not only about batting first. Three of these giant scores came in successful run chases, including the 265 chase by Punjab Kings in 2026. When batters trust their game and keep the intent high for 20 overs, even 264 can fall short.
For teams chasing, the lesson is clear. A strong powerplay and fearless middle order hitters matter more than a cautious start. And for bowlers, these totals are a warning that new defensive plans are needed in this high scoring era.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team has the most 250 plus totals in IPL history?
Sunrisers Hyderabad hold the record with six 250 plus totals, achieved between 2024 and 2026.
What is the highest team total in IPL history?
Sunrisers Hyderabad posted 287 for 3 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2024, the highest team total in IPL history.
Which team posted the first 250 plus total in the IPL?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru were the first, scoring 263 for 5 against Pune Warriors in 2013, led by Chris Gayle’s 175 not out.
How many 250 plus totals have been scored in the IPL?
There have been 17 totals of 250 or more in IPL history through the 2026 season.
What is the highest successful run chase in the IPL?
Punjab Kings chased down 265 against Delhi Capitals in 2026, the highest successful run chase in IPL and T20 history. Read more in our Fastest 200 plus Run Chases in IPL article.
Which season had the most 250 plus totals?
The 2024 season had eight 250 plus totals, the most in any single IPL season. For more season numbers, see the IPL 2026 Batting Stats page.
Statistics updated through: 11 October 2026
