The true defining moments of IPL happens in the playoffs stage. A batsman's ability to deal pressure and get going is tested in these high-stakes environment.

As we are about to enter the playoffs of IPL 2025, let's take a look at the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history. Some impressive unmatched numbers are ready to unfold. Check them out.

5. Shane Watson | 389 Runs

Shane Watson is among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com — Shane Watson playing for CSK in IPL 2019. Image | NDTV

The Australian legend, Shane Watson's impact on IPL playoffs and crucial matches holds the 5th position for the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history.

Watson made his debut in IPL 2008 and played until 2020, scoring a total of 389 runs in 12 playoff matches. He was in the winning squad of Rajasthan Royals in 2008, and won the title with CSK in 2018. He also represented RCB during his IPL career.

Watson scored a century and 3 fifties in his IPL playoffs journey, with a strike rate above 150.

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Shane Watson stats in IPL playoffs

Span	Matches	Innings	Runs	Highest	Avg	SR	100	50	4s	6s
2008-2019	12	12	389	117*	35.36	151.36	1	3	39	20

4. Faf du Plessis | 390 runs

Faf du Plessis is among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com — Faf du Plessis playing for RCB in IPL 2024 Eliminator. Image | Instagram

The South African cricketer, Faf du Plessis, has a strong playoffs record with the bat, having scored 390 runs in 15 playoff matches in IPL. His ability to adapt and play power-packed cricket has been crucial for the teams.

He won 2 titles with Chennai Super Kings in 2018 and 2021, and played for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in other playoff matches.

Faf du Plessis stats in IPL playoffs

Span	Matches	Innings	Runs	Highest	Avg	SR	100	50	4s	6s
2014-2024	15	15	390	86	27.85	130.43	0	3	41	12

3. Shubham Gill | 474 Runs

Shubman Gill is among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com — Shubman Gill celebrating his century for GT in IPL 2023. Image | Pinterest

The youngest name on this elite list, Shubman Gill, has rapidly grown to be a key player in IPL playoffs. He scored a total of 474 runs in just 10 playoff matches, playing for KKR and GT.

Gill's standout performance came with a record breaking 129 runs in the Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023 for Gujarat Titans. He also lifted the trophy with the franchise in 2022.

The numbers are about to increase, as GT has made it to the playoffs of IPL 2025, and we are yet to see some Gill magic in the upcoming playoffs scene.

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Shubham Gill status in IPL playoffs

Span	Matches	Innings	Runs	Highest	Avg	SR	100	50	4s	6s
2018-2023	10	10	474	129	52.66	145.39	1	1	42	16

2. MS Dhoni | 523 Runs

MS Dhoni is among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com — MS Dhoni in action for CSK in IPL playoffs. Image |

A list like this is incomplete without the playoffs King himself, so here he is! MS Dhoni holds the second position with 523 runs in 28 playoff matches, which is the highest no. of matches among others in here.

Dhoni is a key player for the team who led CSK to win the IPL title 5 times, and also led RPSG into the finals in IPL 2017. His ability to finish matches will be forever treasured in all kinds of playing format.

MS Dhoni stats in IPL playoffs

Span	Matches	Innings	Runs	Highest	Avg	SR	100	50	4s	6s
2008-2023	28	23	523	63*	34.86	132.07	0	2	32	28

1. Suresh Raina | 714 Runs

Suresh Raina holds the top rank among the 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history | sportzpoint.com — Suresh Raina playing for CSK in IPL playoffs. Image | ESPNcricinfo

The former Indian cricketer, Suresh Raina, holds the 1st rank in the list for 5 batters with the most runs in IPL playoffs history. He scored 714 runs in 24 playoffs matches, played for CSK and GL.

It's been 6 years since Raina played his last playoff match (in 2019), and his numbers are still far from being broken in the current IPL years.

He also won the title 4 times with CSK, playing a crucial role in their playoff games with a strike rate above 155.

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Suresh Raina stats in IPL playoffs

Span	Matches	Innings	Runs	Highest	Avg	SR	100	50	4s	6s
2008-2019	24	24	714	87	37.57	155.21	0	7	51	40

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