Most fours in IPL history

 

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the largest cricket leagues in the world. This League is famous for its fast-paced games, thrilling finishes, and spectacular hits. The League provides a platform for players to showcase their talents and gain recognition on a global stage. While sixes excite the audience, fours are essential for building strong totals in the end.

 

Let's see the names of some of the greatest cricketers who have made this meritorious list. 

 

Most Fours in IPL 2025

PlayerTeam Number of Fours in 2025 Season
Sai Sudharshan Gujarat Titans88
Surya Kumar Yadav Mumbai Indians 69 
Virat KohliRoyal Challengers Bangalore66
Shubman GillGujarat Titans 62
Yashasvi JaiswalRajasthan Royals60
Mitchell Marsh   Lucknow Super Giants 56
Prabhsimran Singh  Punjab Kings56
P AryaPunjab Kings55

Most Fours in IPL History 2008-2025

PlayerNumber of fours
Virat Kohli 771
Shikhar Dhawan768
David Warner 663
Rohit Sharma 640
Ajinkya Rahane514
Suresh Raina 506 
Gautam Gambhir 492 
Robin Uthappa481
Dinesh Karthik  466
SA Yadav   454
Faf du Plessis439
AB de Villiers413

 

Most Fours in IPL till 2025

1. Virat Kohli (771 fours)

Third on this list is none other than,Virat Kohli who boasts a total of 749 fours in the IPL. Since its inception, Kohli has played for only one team and that is Royal Challengers Bangalore. In the upcoming IPL, he will be seen playing for RCB once again.

 

2. Shikhar Dhawan (768 fours)

First to top this list is the experienced player, Shikhar Dhawan. He leads the list of most fours in IPL with a smashing score of 750 fours. 

Dhawan has been playing in the IPL since its inception i.e. 2008. 

He is known for his powerful strokeplay and for hitting cover drives. In the past, he has represented various teams like the Punjab Kings, Deccan Chargers, Delhi Capitals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Delhi Daredevils, and Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League.

 

3. David Warner (663 fours)

The second on this list is the Australian opener, David Warner.

His batting style is explosive in nature and he has hit 646 fours in the IPL. Just like Shikhar,Warner has also played for various teams like- Delhi Capitals, Delhi Daredevils, and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

 

4. Rohit Sharma (640 fours)

Though Rohit Sharma is known for his six-hitting, he has also hit 626 fours in the IPL. The "Hitman" has represented Deccan Chargers and Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. This shows his well rounded batting and his ability to not only hit great number of sixes but also fours.Sharma is the captain of the Indian cricket team in the ODI, T20, and Test formats, currently. 

 

5. Ajinkya Rahane (514 fours)
A master of classical stroke play, Rahane has made 514 fours in his IPL career. His elegance and timing, especially through the covers, remain unmatched. While not known for power-hitting, his ability to find gaps kept the scoreboard ticking. Rahane’s consistency and technique have made him a reliable top-order asset across seasons.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Q1) Who hit the most 4 in the history of IPL?

Virat Kohli has hit the most fours in IPL history.

 

Q2) Who has scored the fastest 100 in the IPL history?

Chris Gayle  (Royal Challengers Bangalore) has this title to his name with just 30 balls.

 

Q3)Who has scored the fastest 50 in the IPL history?

Yashasvi Jaiswal has made 50 runs in just 13 balls, making him a promising player for the future IPL matches.


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