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✍️ By IPL Analytics Desk | 🕐 3 min read | 🔄 Last Updated: 04 Apr 2026 | 📂 IPL Records › Batting Records

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632
#1 Record
Faf du Plessis
632
#2 Runner-Up
Ruturaj Gaikwad
626
#3 Third
KL Rahul
Season:

Faf du Plessis's magnificent Performance in IPL 2021

IPL 2021 witnessed exceptional cricket across all franchises. When it came to Runs in IPL History, one name dominated the charts. Faf du Plessis delivered a magnificent performance throughout the season, finishing with an impressive 632 closely followed by Ruturaj Gaikwad with 632 a remarkable 0% ahead of the competition.

Season 2021: The Numbers That Tell The Story

The IPL 2021 season featured intense competition across all teams. Faf du Plessis's consistency and ability to perform under pressure set them apart. The statistics below showcase not just the leader, but the fierce battle for supremacy that characterized this season.

⚡ Season Highlight
Faf du Plessis's achievement in IPL 2021 places them among the elite performers of that year. Their contribution was crucial to their team's campaign and set benchmarks for future seasons.
Record Holder
Faf du Plessis
632
Rank Player Stats Details
#1 Faf du Plessis 632 SR: 138.60
#2 Ruturaj Gaikwad 632 SR: 136.80
#3 KL Rahul 626 SR: 139.11
#4 S Dhawan 587 SR: 124.63
#5 GJ Maxwell 513 SR: 144.92
#6 Sanju Samson 481 SR: 137.04
#7 Prithvi Shaw 479 SR: 159.67
#8 Shubman Gill 478 SR: 119.20
#9 Mayank Agarwal 431 SR: 139.48
#10 RR Pant 422 SR: 128.66

📊 Analysis & Insights

Looking back at IPL 2021, Faf du Plessis's dominance tells us much about the competitive landscape of that year. The pitches, conditions, and team dynamics all played a role, but individual brilliance stood out. Statistical analysis shows that Faf du Plessis's numbers were significantly above the seasonal average.
💡 Key Takeaways
  • Faf du Plessis leads this record with 632.
  • Ruturaj Gaikwad is the runner-up with 632.
  • A total of 10 entries appear in this all-time record list.
  • Data last updated: 04 Apr 2026. Use the season filter above for year-wise stats.