The Indian Premier League is known for explosive batting, ball sailing over the rope and massive totals on the board. In this modern age, with the introduction of pyro technique, the batters have taken six hitting to another level. From power hitters like Chris Gayle to Ravindra Jadeja, the batsmen have tormented the bowlers. In this article let us have a look at the top 5 most expensive over in the IPL:
| S/N | Batter | Bowler | Run Sequence | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chris Gayle | Prasanth Parameswaran | 37 (6, 6nb, 4, 4, 6, 6, 4) | 2011 |
| 2 | Ravindra Jadeja | Harshal Patel | 37 (6, 6, 6nb, 6, 2, 6, 4) | 2021 |
| 3 | Pat Cummins | Daniel Sams | 35 (6, 4, 6, 6, 2nb, 4, 6) | 2022 |
| 4 | Suresh Raina | Parvinder Awana | 33 (6, 6, 4, 4, 4nb, 4, 4) | 2014 |
| 5 | Chris Gayle, Manoj Tiwary | Ravi Bopara | 33 (1, 6, 6, 6, 6, 5wd, 2wd, 1) | 2010 |
1. P. Parameswaran (KTK) – 37 Runs | Most Expensive Over in IPL
The unfortunate record of the most expensive over in the IPL belongs to P. Parmerswaran. On a hot afternoon match at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in 2011,Gayle spared no bowlers that day and Parmeswaran was one of the victims of the Gayle Assualt. Chasing a modest total of 126, Gayle went beserk to help RCB chase the target in just 13.1 overs.
Gayle scored 6 nb 6 4 4 6 6 4, scoring a total of 37 runs in third over against the left arm medium pacer. With three fours and five sixes in his 44 runs from 16 balls, Chris Gayle scored 42 runs in boundaries.
2. Most Expensive Over in IPL Harshal Patel (RCB) – 37 Runs
In the IPL 2021 match between CSK and RCB, Ravindra Jadeja’s extraordinary performance left a lasting impact. Facing Harshal Patel in the 20th over, Jadeja smashed five sixes, one four, and ran a couple, scoring 37 runs. This over became the most expensive in IPL history. Jadeja’s aggressive batting propelled CSK’s score to 191. He also showcased his bowling prowess, taking three wickets. Despite RCB’s defeat, fans will remember Jadeja’s all-round brilliance, especially his 37-run over, as one of the most memorable moments of the tournament. His performance highlighted his exceptional talent and ability to influence the game’s outcome single-handedly.
3. Daniel Sams (MI) – 35 Runs
Daniel Sams had a tough outing in IPL 2022, bowling one of the most expensive over in IPL. Representing Mumbai Indians, Sams was hit for 35 runs by Kolkata Knight Riders‘ Pat Cummins, including four sixes and two fours, making it the third most expensive over in IPL history. Cummins’ assault helped KKR chase down the target of 162 in just 16 overs, securing their second win of the season. However, MI suffered their third consecutive loss. Sams finished with figures of 1/50 from three overs, while Cummins equaled the record for the joint-fastest fifty in IPL, reaching the milestone in just 14 deliveries.
4. Parvinder Wanna (KXIP) – 33 Runs
In an electrifying IPL match in 204, Suresh Raina delivered a breathtaking performance. Punkab fast Bowler Parvinder Awanna bowled one of the most expensive overs in IPL. Raina’s onslaught began with a massive six over midwicket, showcasing his raw power. He followed it up with another six, this time elegantly lofted over long-on, highlighting his ability to find boundaries effortlessly. Not stopping there, Raina flicked a full delivery outside off to the midwicket boundary, exhibiting his precise timing and placement.
The fourth ball was dispatched to deep square leg for yet another four, displaying Raina’s dominance. The over became even more daunting for Awana further. A high full toss was sent to the third man boundary for four, with the delivery being a no-ball. Raina concluded the over with another boundary. This time the ball flew deep square leg, completing an incredible over that included 33 runs off just six balls. Eventually, George Bailey’s fielding brilliance led to Raina’s run-out on 87.
5. Ravi Bopara (KXIP) – 33 Runs
Ravi Bopara conceeded the fifth most expensive over in IPL. In the 34th match of the third IPL season at Eden Gardens, Kolkata Knight Riders faced Kings XI Punjab. KKR, batting first, had a decent start with 89 runs for one wicket at the end of 12 overs. The 13th over, bowled by Ravi Bopara, became historic as Chris Gayle, then playing for KKR, smashed four consecutive sixes. Two wides added seven more runs, tallying the over to 33 runs. Gayle’s onslaught was a spectacular display of power hitting. KKR scored 200 runs in 20 overs. Kings XI Punjab, led by Mahela Jayawardene’s brilliant century (110* off 59 balls), chased down the target. They won the match by eight wickets.
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