Most Catches In IPL: Fielding has always been a game-changer in cricket, with players pulling off spectacular catches that turn the tide of matches. The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen some of the best fielders in action, with several players consistently making an impact with their catching ability.
Virat Kohli: Indian Premier League’s top catch-taker
While former India skipper Virat Kohli is renowned for his batting records, he also holds the record for the most catches in Indian Premier League (IPL) history.
Having played 252 matches, he has taken 114 catches, with a maximum of three in a single innings. His sharp reflexes and commitment on the field make him a standout performer.
Top 10 Players with Most IPL catches
Following Virat Kohli, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) legend Suresh Raina ranks second with 109 catches. The rest of the top 10 includes:
Kieron Pollard – 103 catches
Ravindra Jadeja – 103 catches
Rohit Sharma – 101 catches
Shikhar Dhawan – 99 catches
AB de Villiers – 90 catches
David Warner – 86 catches
Manish Pandey – 83 catches
Faf du Plessis – 81 catches
With six Indians and four overseas players in the top 10, Indian cricketers have dominated the charts when it comes to taking the most catches in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Virat Kohli’s legacy in Indian Premier League (IPL)
Apart from his fielding skills, Virat Kohli remains the highest run-scorer in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. In 252 matches, he has scored 8004 runs at an average of 38.67 and a strike rate of 131.97. He is the only player to cross the 8,000-run mark in the tournament, making him one of the greatest players in Indian Premier League (IPL).
In the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, Virat will be seen playing under Rajat Patidar’s captaincy for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).
For those unaware, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have been a part of every IPL season since the league’s inception but are still chasing their first-ever title.
