Mumbai Indians, one of the most successful franchises in the Indian Premier League (IPL), have been a formidable team since the inception of the tournament in 2008. Over the years, they have faced some exceptional batsmen who have managed to score runs consistently against them. In this article, we will take a look at the top 10 batsmen who have scored the most runs against Mumbai Indians in IPL history.
Most Runs against Mumbai Indians in IPL
Batter
Span
Mts
Runs
HS
Avg
SR
50/100
Shikhar Dhawan
2008-2022
27
871
82*
39.59
127.71
6/0
KL Rahul
2014-2022
16
867
103*
86.70
135.89
3/5
Suresh Raina
2008-2021
34
824
83*
29.42
139.42
7/0
AB de Villiers
2008-2021
25
785
133*
43.61
148.11
4/1
Virat Kohli
2008-2022
30
769
92*
29.57
125.65
4/0
MS Dhoni
2008-2022
39
746
63*
35.52
129.51
3/0
Manish Pandey
2010-2022
23
709
81*
37.31
129.37
6/0
Chris Gayle
2009-2021
20
708
92*
41.64
132.58
6/0
David Warner
2009-2022
20
666
90*
41.62
138.17
6/0
Ajinkya Rahane
2011-2022
25
625
68*
31.25
121.12
4/0
5. Virat Kohli (769 runs) Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
Virat Kohli, the former RCB skipper, also features on this list at No. 5, with 769 runs in 29 innings. Despite not having a great record against MI in particular, Kohli has been a consistent performer in the league overall. Against MI, he has maintained an average and strike rate of 29.57 and 125.65, respectively, and has scored four half-centuries.
AB de Villiers was a nightmare for almost every IPL team he faced. He left the league in 2021, but before that, he was a formidable opponent for all. He amassed 785 runs against MI in 24 outings at an average of 43.61 and a blazing strike rate of 148.11. His best IPL score was an astonishing 133 not out, which he made against Mumbai. De Villiers has one hundred and four fifties against them.
Suresh Raina, the former CSK star and “Mr. IPL,” ranks third in the list of players with the most runs against Mumbai Indians in IPL history. He is one of the most consistent batters in the league’s history, and his rivalry with MI is well-known. Raina has scored 824 runs in 34 matches against MI at an average of 29.42 and a strike rate of 139.42, with seven half-centuries.
Raina’s performance against MI is a testament to his skills and his ability to rise to the occasion in big matches. He is a fearless batsman who loves to take on the bowlers, and his aggressive style of play makes him a dangerous opponent for any team.
Raina may have retired from the IPL in 2021, but his legacy as one of the greatest batsmen in the league’s history is secure. His performances against MI, in particular, will be remembered for years to come.
2. KL Rahul
KL Rahul ranks second in the list of players with the most runs against Mumbai Indians in the IPL, with a remarkable 867 runs in just 16 innings. His exceptional skills have been on full display against MI, maintaining an impressive average of 86.70 and a strike rate of 135.39. Rahul is also the only player to have scored three centuries against MI, with two of them coming in the 2022 season. In addition to his centuries, he has also hit five half-centuries, with his highest score being an unbeaten 103.
1. Shikhar Dhawan
Shikhar Dhawan, the Indian opener, leads the list of players with the most runs against Mumbai Indians in the IPL, with 871 runs in 27 innings. The left handed batsmen is also the second-highest run-getter in the league overall and has performed well against every team. Dhawan has played for four franchises in his IPL career, but his record against MI is particularly impressive. He has a best score of 87 not out and six half-centuries against the five-time champions.
Dhawan’s success against MI is due to a number of factors, including his aggressive batting style, his ability to read the pitch and bowlers, and his experience of playing in high-pressure matches. He is also a very good fielder, which makes him an even more valuable asset to any team.
