Watch: Brilliant Buttler completes the chase in style for Rajasthan Royals
IPL 2024: KKR vs RR: With Jos Buttler’s stunning 107* off 60 balls, the Rajasthan Royals set a record for the highest successful chase in IPL history, defeating the Kolkata Knight Riders by 2 wickets.
Jos Buttler’s recent performance in the IPL 2024 is nothing short of historic. In a thrilling match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, Buttler not only showcased his formidable batting skills but also led the Rajasthan Royals to the highest successful run chase in IPL history.
Breaking Down Buttler’s Performance
Buttler’s innings was a crescendo of skill, determination, and strategic prowess. Initially, the Royals struggled, losing early wickets, which set the stage for Buttler’s remarkable comeback.
Early in his innings, Buttler appeared conservative, scoring 40 runs off 30 balls—a strike rate that was uncharacteristic given the high target. His cautious approach laid a stable foundation, despite the team’s precarious position.
Post the slow start, Buttler switched gears dramatically. The next 30 balls saw him blasting 67 runs, demonstrating a master class in batting under pressure. His ability to escalate his strike rate from 130 to nearly 180 by the end of his innings was a key factor in the chase.
Record-Breaking Chase
The Royals’ successful chase of a towering 224 set a new record in IPL history, largely credited to Buttler’s dynamic innings. This not only added a remarkable chapter to the IPL’s legacy but also underscored the high competitive standards of the league.
Highest successful run-chase in IPL
| Run chase | Team | Opposition | Year |
| 224 | Rajasthan Royals | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2024 |
| 224 | Rajasthan Royals | Punjab Kings | 2020 |
| 219 | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals | 2019 |
| 217 | Rajasthan Royals | Delhi Capitals | 2008 |
| 217 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Rajasthan Royals | 2023 |
Multiple hundreds against a team (IPL)
3 – KL Rahul vs MI
2 – Jos Buttler vs KKR
2 – Jos Buttler vs RCB
2 – Chris Gayle vs PBKS
2 – Virat Kohli vs GL
2 – David Warner vs KKR
Most T20 hundreds in a winning cause
16 – Chris Gayle
8 – Babar Azam
8 – Jos Buttler
Each of Buttler’s eight T20 hundreds have come in a winning cause.
Buttler’s Position Among IPL Legends
With this century, Buttler now holds the record for the second-most centuries in the IPL, nearing Virat Kohli’s record. His consistent performance underlines his status as one of the IPL’s all-time greats.
Players to hit the most centuries in IPL history
| Pos | Player | Team | Matches | Runs | 100s |
| 1. | Virat Kohli | RCB | 244 | 7624 | 8 |
| 2. | Jos Buttler | MI/RR | 102 | 3473 | 7* |
| 2. | Chris Gayle | KKR/RCB/PBKS | 142 | 4965 | 6 |
| 4. | KL Rahul | SRH/RCB/PBKS/LSG | 121 | 4256 | 4 |
| 5. | Shane Watson | RR/RCB/CSK | 145 | 3874 | 4 |
| 6. | David Warner | SRH/DC | 182 | 6563 | 4 |
| 7. | Shubman Gill | KKR/GT | 95 | 2954 | 3 |
| 8. | Sanju Samson | DC/RR | 159 | 4164 | 3 |
| 9. | AB de Villiers | DC/RCB | 184 | 5162 | 3 |
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