IPL 2023: Batters With Most Fours In IPL History
Finding gaps is an art even in T20 cricket.
The IPL is considered the most popular T20 tournament in the world of cricket, renowned for its high-quality standards and as a launchpad for young cricketers. The upcoming 16th edition will commence on March 31, 2023, with defending champions Gujarat Titans facing four-time winners Chennai Super Kings in Ahmedabad.
A batsman’s success in the IPL depends on their ability to find boundaries at regular intervals throughout the innings. While openers have an advantage due to powerplay restrictions, middle-order batsmen need to work harder to find gaps. This article lists the top players with the most fours in IPL history, with none of the top five six-hitters making the list.
Most Fours In IPL History
| Player | 4s | Inns | 100/50 | Runs | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shikhar Dhawan | 730 | 209 | 2/49 | 6477 | 35.98 | 126.98 |
| David Warner | 603 | 168 | 4/59 | 6109 | 42.29 | 139.95 |
| Virat Kohli | 603 | 221 | 5/48 | 6838 | 36.69 | 129.54 |
| Rohit Sharma | 539 | 228 | 1/41 | 5901 | 30.28 | 129.72 |
| Suresh Raina | 506 | 200 | 1/39 | 5528 | 32.52 | 136.76 |
1. Shikhar Dhawan
Shikhar Dhawan, the dynamic Indian opener, holds the record for hitting the most fours in the IPL with a staggering 730 fours in 210 matches. He has scored 6477 runs in 209 innings at an average of 35.98 with an impressive strike rate of 126.97, showcasing his batting prowess in the league.
2. David Warner
David Warner, the exceptional overseas player in IPL, ranks second in the most boundaries struck. He has hit 619 boundaries while scoring 6166 runs in 168 matches, at an impressive strike rate of 139.62. Warner’s batting style is a combination of power and timing, making his shots poetry in motion.
3. Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli is ranked 3rd on the list of top fours hitters in IPL history with 603 fours in 230 matches. His batting style is a perfect blend of aggression and finesse, and he is a treat to watch. He has amassed 6903 runs in the IPL, which is the most by any batter. He also has hit the fifth most sixes in IPL history with 229 maximums to his name.
4. Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma, a five-time IPL champion, is ranked fourth in hitting the most fours in IPL history. In 233 games, he has scored 6058 runs at an average of 30.29, with 539 fours and 250 sixes. He is considered one of the most accomplished cricketers in IPL history despite having the most ducks in IPL history.
5. Suresh Raina
Suresh Raina, nicknamed Mr.IPL, is the fifth-highest scorer of fours in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with 506. A stylish middle-order batsman, his backfoot punch was a joy to watch. In his 14-year IPL career (2008-2021), Raina scored 5528 runs at an excellent strike rate of 136.76.
