In the high-octane world of the Indian Premier League (IPL), where every match is a spectacle of cricketing prowess, there have been rare instances where not just one but two centuries have been scored in a single game.
The 2024 IPL season witnessed one of such historic moments when Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced off against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Tuesday, April 17. Sunil Narine‘s whirlwind 109 off 56 balls was perfectly complemented by Jos Buttler’s brilliant century, setting the stage for an unforgettable match.
Here’s a look at all the IPL matches where two players have scored centuries:
2016: Virat Kohli & AB de Villiers Light Up Bengaluru
The first instance occurred in 2016 when Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) hosted Gujarat Lions (GL) in Bengaluru. Virat Kohli unleashed his fury, scoring a blazing 109 runs off just 55 balls. But he wasn’t alone – teammate AB de Villiers joined the party with an unbeaten 129 off 52 balls, showcasing pure dominance from the RCB batting line-up.
2019: David Warner & Jonny Bairstow Take SRH Home in Hyderabad
In 2019, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) feasted on RCB bowling at Hyderabad. Jonny Bairstow and David Warner, the explosive SRH openers, put on a masterclass. Bairstow struck a belligerent 114 runs off 56 balls, while Warner remained unbeaten on a classy 100 off 55 deliveries, ensuring a comfortable victory for SRH.
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Double Tons in 2023: A Rare Double Dose
The 2023 season witnessed two such occurrences. In Hyderabad, Heinrich Klaasen (SRH) and Virat (RCB) played a blinder. Klaasen smashed 104 runs off 51 balls, while Kohli notched up a classy century (100 off 63 balls), showcasing his consistent brilliance.
Later that season, another double-century spectacle unfolded in Bengaluru. Virat, this time batting for RCB, remained unbeaten on 101 runs off 61 balls. Opening the innings for Gujarat Titans (GT), young Shubman Gill matched Kohli’s feat with an unbeaten 104 off 52 deliveries, making it a memorable night for fans of both teams.
2024: Virat Kohli & Jos Buttler Light Up Jaipur
The latest edition of the IPL has already seen a double-century match. During the clash between RR and RCB in Jaipur, Kohli continued his love affair with centuries, scoring an unbeaten 113 runs off 72 balls. However, he wasn’t the only one to reach the three-figure mark. Buttler, the explosive RR opener, played a scintillating knock of 100 runs off just 58 deliveries, making it a night to remember for fans at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
2024: Sunil Narine & Jos Buttler – A Record Breaking Night in Kolkata
Just recently, the IPL witnessed another double-century match, this time between KKR and RR in Kolkata. Sunil Narine, the KKR all-rounder, surprised everyone with a brutal assault on the Rajasthan bowlers, scoring a career-best 109 runs off just 56 balls. Buttler, continuing his golden touch, remained unbeaten on a brilliant 107 runs off 60 deliveries. This match also set a new record for the highest combined score by two openers in an IPL innings (216).
These moments, etched in the annals of IPL history, stand as testaments to the sheer brilliance and skill of the players involved.
