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✍️ By IPL Analytics Desk | 🕐 3 min read | 🔄 Last Updated: 05 Jun 2026 | 📂 IPL Records › Season Review

IPL 2021 Season Review: IPL Records, History & Full Stats (Updated 2025)

632
#1 Record
Faf du Plessis
632
#2 Runner-Up
Ruturaj Gaikwad
626
#3 Third
KL Rahul
Season:
The IPL 2021 season was a spectacle of cricketing brilliance, a true carnival of the sport that captivated millions. Across 60 enthralling matches, we witnessed a staggering 18637 runs scored, a testament to the aggressive brand of cricket on display. Batsmen lit up the stadiums with an incredible 687 sixes and 1551 fours, ensuring that no fan was ever far from the edge of their seat. Ultimately, it was the seasoned warriors of Chennai Super Kings who etched their name into history, claiming the coveted championship title in a season that truly delivered on every front.
🏅 Record Holder
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632
Rank Player Runs Balls SR 6s 4s
#1 Faf du Plessis 632 456 138.60 23 61
#2 Ruturaj Gaikwad 632 462 136.80 23 64
#3 KL Rahul 626 450 139.11 30 48
#4 S Dhawan 587 471 124.63 16 63
#5 GJ Maxwell 513 354 144.92 21 48
#6 Sanju Samson 481 351 137.04 17 45
#7 Prithvi Shaw 479 300 159.67 18 56
#8 Shubman Gill 478 401 119.20 12 50
#9 Mayank Agarwal 431 309 139.48 18 40
#10 RR Pant 422 328 128.66 10 43
📊 Analysis & Insights
The battle for the Orange Cap was intense, with RD Gaikwad eventually claiming the honor with 635 runs. The season saw batters dominate, hitting a total of 4 centuries and 89 half-centuries. JC Buttler produced the innings of the tournament with a magnificent 124 off just 69 balls.On the bowling front, HV Patel was the standout performer, taking home the Purple Cap with 35 wickets. Spinners and pacers alike found their moments, contributing to a total of 717 wickets falling throughout the tournament.The season featured 687 maximums and 1551 boundaries, entertaining crowds across all venues. From nail-biting finishes to dominant team performances, IPL 2021 added another thrilling chapter to the league's history.The grand finale saw a titanic clash between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders. Chennai, riding on a sensational 86-run blitz from Player of the Match F du Plessis, posted a daunting total. Despite KKR's valiant chase, CSK's disciplined bowling attack proved too much, securing them a magnificent 27-run victory. It was a fitting climax, with the Super Kings showcasing their championship pedigree to lift the coveted trophy.
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