List of Most Explosive First Overs in IPL Season
A comprehensive ranked list of the highest runs scored in the first over of an IPL innings across all seasons from 2008 to 2025.
The first over in IPL often sets the tone for explosive batting. Openers like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Prithvi Shaw, and Chris Gayle have produced some of the most destructive starts, punishing loose bowling right from ball one. While maiden overs are rare, explosive first overs with multiple boundaries and sixes have become more common in recent high-scoring seasons. This ranked list showcases the all-time highest-scoring first overs in IPL history.
| # | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 2023 |
| 2 | Delhi Capitals Prithvi Shaw, 2021 |
| 3 | Royal Challengers Bangalore Chris Gayle & Mayank Agarwal, 2011 |
| 4 | Rajasthan Royals Yashasvi Jaiswal, 2023 |
| 5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad Travis Head & Abhishek Sharma, 2024 |
| 6 | Kolkata Knight Riders Sunil Narine, 2018 |
| 7 | Deccan Chargers / Royal Challengers Bangalore Various openers, 2009-2011 |
| 8 | Rajasthan Royals Various, 2023-2025 |
| 9 | Delhi Capitals Prithvi Shaw & others, 2021-2024 |
| 10 | Mumbai Indians / Chennai Super Kings Rohit Sharma / Ruturaj Gaikwad era |
This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 26, 2026.
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