Who has the highest batting average in IPL history?


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IPL 2024, the player with the highest batting average in IPL history (minimum 1,000 runs) is KL Rahul.

Highest Batting Average in IPL History (Min. 1,000 runs):

  1. KL Rahul – 46.78 (4,163 runs in 118 innings)

  2. David Warner – 41.54 (6,397 runs in 176 innings)

  3. Virat Kohli – 37.24 (7,263 runs in 237 innings)

  4. Chris Gayle – 39.72 (4,965 runs in 141 innings)

  5. MS Dhoni – 39.32 (5,082 runs in 200+ innings)

Why KL Rahul Has the Best Average?

  • He has been consistent across multiple seasons, especially since 2018.

  • Often plays as an opener, allowing him to build big innings.

  • Has remained not out multiple times, which boosts his average.

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