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List of Most Runs in IPL Knockout Matches

A list of batters with the most runs in IPL knockout (playoff) matches, including Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Grand Final.

2 itemsUpdated Mar 23, 2026

IPL knockout matches are the highest-pressure games in the tournament, and the batters who perform consistently in these matches are the true big-game players. Virat Kohli is the all-time leader in IPL knockout runs, reflecting RCB's multiple playoff appearances. MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, AB de Villiers, and Shubman Gill are among the most prolific knockout batters. Shubman Gill's 129 vs MI in the 2023 Qualifier is the highest individual score in any IPL knockout match.

#	Name	Team	Record	Nationality
1	Virat Kohli — All-Time Knockout Runs Leader RCB \| Most Career Playoff/Knockout Runs Virat Kohli is the all-time leader in IPL knockout runs across Qualifiers, Eliminators, and Finals. His consistency in the biggest matches reflects his ability to elevate his game when the tournament pressure is highest.	RCB	All-time IPL playoff/knockout runs leader	Indian
2	Shubman Gill — 129 vs MI in 2023 Qualifier Highest Individual Knockout Score \| Gujarat Titans Shubman Gill's 129 off 60 balls in the 2023 IPL Qualifier 1 against Mumbai Indians is the highest individual score in any IPL knockout match, helping GT qualify for the 2023 final in extraordinary fashion.	Gujarat Titans	Highest individual score in any IPL knockout match	Indian

This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 23, 2026.

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