Chris Gayle is the only player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history to have been dismissed on a score of 99 more than once. He experienced this unfortunate dismissal twice:
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IPL 2020: Playing for Punjab Kings against Rajasthan Royals, Gayle was bowled by Jofra Archer after scoring 99 runs. Sweep Cricket
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IPL 2013: Representing Royal Challengers Bangalore against Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Gayle was run out on the final ball of the innings, finishing with 99 runs.
Other players who have been dismissed on 99 in the IPL include:
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Virat Kohli: In 2013, playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Delhi Daredevils.
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Prithvi Shaw: In 2019, representing Delhi Capitals against Kolkata Knight Riders.
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Ishan Kishan: In 2020, for Mumbai Indians against Royal Challengers Bangalore.
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Ruturaj Gaikwad: In 2022, playing for Chennai Super Kings against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Additionally, some players have remained unbeaten on 99:
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Suresh Raina: In 2013, for Chennai Super Kings against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
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Mayank Agarwal: In 2021, representing Punjab Kings against Delhi Capitals.
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Shikhar Dhawan: In 2023, playing for Punjab Kings against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
These instances highlight the narrow margins that can define cricketing milestones.