Most fifties in IPL History from 2008 to 2024
Veteran southpaw David Warner has struck the most half-centuries (62) in the history of the Indian Premier League.
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The Indian Premier League (IPL) has proved to be a game-changer in the world of cricket. This league has grown to a great extent each year and continues to entertain the fans. Many players have displayed their class in the tournament and have created milestones in the process. In this article, we will be discussing the performance of 6 players who have scored the most half-centuries in the cash-rich league.
New South Wales-born David Warner, who has represented Delhi Capitals (DC) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), is the most successful batter in the history in terms of fifties scored. In total, the southpaw has recorded a stunning 62 half-centuries in the process of amassing 6,565 runs at an average of 40.52. The left-handed batter is also the highest run-getter among overseas players and third-highest overall, making him one of the most prominent names in the prestigious league.
Virat Kohli is second for smashing 55 half-centuries in the league. The right-handed batter is also the first to breach the 8,000-run mark in IPL. The RCB veteran has amassed 8004 runs in 244 innings at an average of 38.67 which also includes eight centuries.
Shikhar Dhawan is in the third position for hitting 51 half-centuries in the league. He has scored 6769 runs at an average of 35.25 and a strike rate of 127.14 thus far. He was instrumental in helping Delhi Capitals reach the finals in 2020, and has been doing well in the previous two seasons as well.
Mumbai Indians' face Rohit Sharma takes the fourth position with 43 fifties in total. The Nagpur-born has led Mumbai to 5 titles till now and has 6628 runs in the league. He started his IPL journey with Deccan Chargers in 2008 and was bought by Mumbai Indians in 2011 auctions.
AB de Villiers with 40 fifties in IPL is the second overseas player in this record tally. The wicketkeeper-batter along with Virat Kohli was the backbone of the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad. The Proteas player has scored 5162 runs in 170 innings with an impressive strike rate of 151.68.
Suresh Raina, who has been a consistent performer in the cash-rich league, smashed 39 fifties before calling off on his IPL career. He has accumulated over 5,500 runs as he is also termed as 'Mr.IPL'. The UP-born was a key player at the top order for CSK since the first season of the IPL and has also captained Gujarat Lions (GL) during the 2016–17 editions.
Also Check: IPL 2024 Most Fifties
Most fifties in IPL History from 2008 to 2024
| Player | Innings | Runs | Fifties (50s) |
| David Warner | 184 | 6565 | 62 |
| Virat Kohli | 244 | 8004 | 55 |
| Shikhar Dhawan | 221 | 6769 | 51 |
| Rohit Sharma | 252 | 6628 | 43 |
| AB de Villiers | 170 | 5162 | 40 |
| Suresh Raina | 200 | 5528 | 39 |
*Last updated on 23rd April 2024
IPL 2024 Most Fifties
| No | Player | Team | 50s | Inns |
| 1 | Riyan Parag | RR | 3 | 7 |
| 2 | Virat Kohli | RCB | 3 | 9 |
| 3 | Quinton de Kock | LSG | 3 | 8 |
| 4 | Sanju Samson | RR | 3 | 8 |
| 5 | Rishabh Pant | DC | 3 | 9 |
| 6 | Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | 3 | 8 |
| 7 | Philip Salt | KKR | 3 | 8 |
| 8 | Shivam Dubey | CSK | 3 | 8 |
| 9 | Rajat Patidar | RCB | 3 | 8 |
| 10 | Sunil Narine | KKR | 2 | 8 |
*Last updated on April 26th, 2024
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