Batting IPL Partnership have been game changers in IPL seasons, deciding the result of some matches and sometimes, entire seasons. Here are the top 5 IPL partnerships by runs and impact that not only broke records but also determined their respective season and became the record of the league that will be remembered for years to come.
1. Virat Kohli & AB de Villiers (RCB) – 229 runs, 2nd wicket vs Gujarat Lions, 2016
This historic 229- Run IPL Partnership continues to be the joint record highest IPL partnership. Getting back together after a wicket had fallen early, Kohli (109) and de Villiers (129*) exploded into a vicious attack on Gujarat Lions, taking the Royal Challengers Bangalore to 248/3. Their alliance also set a new IPL standard and has ignited RCB’s charge into the playoffs, marking the highlight of their legendary tag-teaming.
2. Virat Kohli & AB de Villiers (RCB) – 215 runs, 2nd wicket vs Mumbai Indians, 2015*
The same duo put together 215 runs against no loss a year ago against the Mumbai Indians. De Villiers 133* and Kohli 82* led RCB to post 235/1. This stand was a reflection of their superb bonding and ability to tame any bowling line-up, which served as the starting point of RCB’s successful season and set the then record for the highest IPL partnership.
3. Quinton de Kock & KL Rahul (LSG) – 210 runs, 1st wicket vs KKR, 2022*
This first wicket stand was a lesson in aggression and stealing. Lucknow Super Giants achieved a huge score without losing wickets as De Kock scored 140* and Rahul added 68*. LSG in IPL 2008 – His 210-run stand for opening wickets with Francisco Charles is the second highest in IPL and was essential in the Qualification of LSG for the playoffs in their first season.
4. Shubman Gill & Sai Sudharsan (GT) – 210 runs, 1st wicket vs CSK, 2024
Gill (104) and Sudharsan (103) shared a 210-run opening stand for a new IPL record, which is also the first-wicket record for any IPL outing. This partnership helped Gujarat Titans to 231, scripting a big win over Chennai Super Kings and highlighting the significance of having a good beginning in T20 cricket 4.
5. Adam Gilchrist & Shaun Marsh (PBKS) – 206 runs, 2nd wicket vs RCB, 2011
The Aussie pair’s 206-run ball game for Kings XI Punjab (now PBKS) against RCB was a demonstration of brute force as well as finesse. Gilchrist’s 106 and Marsh’s 79* paved for a huge total and a 111-run win; it was one of the biggest batting performances in IPL’s earliest times and helped PBKS stay in playoff hopes.
Honorable Mentions of IPL Partnership
Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head (SRH) – 171 runs (2025): This ripping opening stand is now IPL 2025’s highest so far, providing SRH’s season a potent stroke and showcasing the growing power-handling in contemporary IPL5.
Chris Gayle & Virat Kohli (RCB) – 204 runs (2012): *One huge partnership where Gayle’s brute force was combined with Kohli’s precision, and propelled RCB to 224-4 MSD 68 of 30 balls at 14Rs, and boosted a crucial RCB win.
Jonny Bairstow & David Warner (SRH) – 185 (2019): Their partnership ruled for large part of the season and set up several Large wins for SRH4.
Why These IPL Partnership Matter
These partnerships did not just score runs- they turned match fortunes, broke records and often had a season for his team too. If by force, bond, understanding, or even in unleashing Strategic brilliance, these partnerships are demonstrated in the mantra of IPL days when genuine approach extracted difference here – teamwork is always best.
