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List of Most Runs in IPL Playoffs

A list of batters who have scored the most runs in IPL playoff matches, including Qualifiers, Eliminators, and the Grand Final.

4 itemsUpdated Mar 23, 2026

IPL playoff runs are the ultimate measure of a batter's big-match temperament. Virat Kohli is the all-time leader in IPL playoff runs, reflecting both CSK's and RCB's sustained presence in the knockout stages. MS Dhoni, Rohit Sharma, AB de Villiers, and David Warner are among the most prolific playoff batters. The IPL playoff format (top 4 qualify, playing Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and Final) means each team can play up to 4 knockout matches in a season.

#	Name	Team	Record	Nationality	Playoff appearances
1	Virat Kohli — Most Career Playoff Runs Royal Challengers Bengaluru \| Record Playoff Scorer Virat Kohli is the all-time leading scorer in IPL playoffs, having represented RCB in multiple playoff campaigns across 18 seasons. His consistency in knockout matches is unmatched, with key innings in multiple Qualifier and Final appearances.	RCB	All-time IPL playoff runs leader	Indian	Multiple (18 seasons)
2	MS Dhoni — Key Playoff Runs for CSK Chennai Super Kings \| 10 IPL Finals Appearances MS Dhoni has accumulated substantial playoff runs across CSK's record 10 IPL final appearances, including critical finishes and match-winning innings in knockout pressure situations.	CSK	—	Indian	—
3	Rohit Sharma — Playoff Specialist Mumbai Indians \| 7 Final Appearances Rohit Sharma's playoff runs across MI's 7 final appearances include multiple defining innings. His ability to elevate his batting in knockout cricket has been central to MI's unprecedented playoff success.	Mumbai Indians	—	Indian	—
4	Shubman Gill — Best Playoff Average in Recent Era Gujarat Titans \| 129* in 2023 Qualifier Shubman Gill scored 129 off 60 balls in the 2023 IPL Qualifier against MI — the highest individual score in any IPL Qualifier match. His playoff batting in 2022 and 2023 was exceptional across GT's back-to-back final campaigns.	Gujarat Titans	—	Indian	—

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

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