Top Highest Partnerships in IPL History from 2008 to 2025

By: Cricbites | September 5, 2025
banner
5
(1)

Since 2008, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a platform where not just individuals but also partnerships play a vital role in shaping matches. Some of the most memorable moments of the IPL have been born when two batsmen worked together, turning pressured situations into match-winning opportunities. A strong partnership not only breaks the morale of the opposition team, but can also create momentum for the batting team, and sometimes change the course of the game in a matter of minutes.

While openers often set the tone by providing a strong foundation, the middle-order partnerships come into play when the top order is in a position to ensure that both stability and momentum continue. These stands are not just statistics on the scoreboard; they are stories of hard work, trust, strategy and chemistry between two players. Over the years, partnerships have not only provided entertainment but have also been the basis of some of the biggest wins in IPL history, thus making them a vital part of the league.

Here is the table representing the Partnerships in IPL (2008-2025):

Position Players Runs Wicket Team Opposition Match Date
1 Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers 229 2nd Royal Challengers Bengaluru Gujarat Lions 14 May 2016
2 Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers 215* 2nd Royal Challengers Bengaluru Mumbai Indians 10 May 2015
3 Quinton de Kock, KL Rahul 210* 1st Lucknow Super Giants Kolkata Knight Riders 18 May 2022
4 Adam Gilchrist, Shaun Marsh 206 2nd Punjab Kings Royal Challengers Bengaluru 17 May 2011
5 Chris Gayle, Virat Kohli 204* 2nd Royal Challengers Bengaluru Delhi Capitals 17 May 2012
6 David Warner, Naman Ojha 189* 2nd Delhi Capitals Deccan Chargers 10 May 2012
7 Jonny Bairstow, David Warner 185 1st Sunrisers Hyderabad Royal Challengers Bengaluru 31 Mar 2019
8 Gautam Gambhir, Chris Lynn 184* 1st Kolkata Knight Riders Gujarat Lions 7 Apr 2017
9 KL Rahul, Mayank Agarwal 183 1st Punjab Kings Rajasthan Royals 27 Sep 2020
10 Ruturaj Gaikwad, Devin Conway 182 1st Chennai Super Kings Sunrisers Hyderabad 1 May 2022
11 Shane Watson, Faf du Plessis 181* 1st Chennai Super Kings Punjab Kings 4 Oct 2020
12 Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal 181* 1st Royal Challengers Bengaluru Rajasthan Royals 22 Apr 2021
13 S Dhawan, Kane Williamson 176* 2nd Sunrisers Hyderabad Delhi Capitals 10 May 2018
14 Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis 172 1st Royal Challengers Bengaluru Sunrisers Hyderabad 18 May 2023
15 Herschelle Gibbs, Rohit Sharma 167* 2nd Mumbai Indians Kolkata Knight Riders 12 May 2012
16 Chris Gayle, Tilakaratne Dilshan 167 1st Royal Challengers Bengaluru Pune Warriors 23 Apr 2013
17 Robin Uthappa, Shivam Dube 165 3rd Chennai Super Kings Royal Challengers Bengaluru 12 Apr 2022
18 Sachin Tendulkar, Dwayne Smith 163* 1st Mumbai Indians Rajasthan Royals 20 May 2012
19 David Warner, Jonny Bairstow 160 1st Sunrisers Hyderabad Punjab Kings 8 Oct 2020
20 Michael Hussey, Murali Vijay 159 1st Chennai Super Kings Royal Challengers Bengaluru 28 May 2011
21 Gautam Gambhir, RV Uthappa 158 2nd Kolkata Knight Riders Lucknow Super Giants 26 Apr 2017
22 Cameron White, Kumar Sangakkara 157 3rd Deccan Chargers Warriors 1 May 2012
23 Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers 157 2nd Royal Challengers Bengaluru Sunrisers Hyderabad 12 Apr 2016
24 Adam Gilchrist, VVS Laxman 155* 1st Deccan Chargers Mumbai Indians 27 Apr 2008

The Legendary Kohli–AB de Villiers Partnership  

One of the most iconic moments in 2016 came when Virat and AB de Villiers scored a record-breaking 229 for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Gujarat. Their forwards were full of aggression, precision and confidence. This is the highest in IPL history so far and Webb acknowledges the gold standard of batting prowess.

Other Memorable Duos Over the Years  

IPL history is full of many exciting duos besides the RCB duo. A system of David Warne and Jonny Bairstow is a wonderful opening pair for Sunrisers Hyderabad and can completely destroy the bowling line-up. Similarly, fans remember the likes of Quinton de Kock with Rohit Sharma or Chris Gayle with Virat’s five as marques that are unforgettable.

New Partnerships Shaping IPL 2025

Along with the leaders of the 2025 season, new stars have come forward. The Indian team is going through a tough battle with the Indian team. This pair is not only the owner but also the fans.

Conclusion  

Only the base of IPL cricket, which reflects not only teamwork and trust but also their batting power. And from de Villiers’ superb 229 runs to the new pair of IPL 2025, this pair is the reason why the league is being watched by millions.

Join the excitement of IPL matches with Cricbites Livescore. Tournaments, schedules, schedules, squads, franchises – contact us for everything.

FAQs: People Also Ask

Q1. Which partnership holds the highest IPL record to date?

Virat Kohli scored 20 in 20 and AB de Villiers scored 229 runs and that is still the highest IPL record.

Q2. Why are partnerships crucial in IPL T20 matches?

They determine the stability, scoring and dynamics of the score format cricket games.

Q3. Which foreign duo created memorable IPL partnerships recently?

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s David Warner and Johnny Bairstow created an explosive, record-breaking opening stand.

Q4. How can do these partnerships effect the matches?

All these men, with their strategic plans and unpredictability, have the power to completely reverse the course of events.

Q5. Do emerging IPL stars influence future partnership records?

Yes, rising Indian cricketers are setting new records along with the players.

How useful was this post?

Click on a star to rate it!

Average rating 5 / 5. Vote count: 1

No votes so far! Be the first to rate this post.

We are sorry that this post was not useful for you!

Let us improve this post!

Tell us how we can improve this post?

Share Post on: