Watch: Brilliant Buttler completes the chase in style for Rajasthan Royals

Jos Buttler’s recent performance in the IPL 2024 is nothing short of historic. In a thrilling match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, Buttler not only showcased his formidable batting skills but also led the Rajasthan Royals to the highest successful run chase in IPL history.

Breaking Down Buttler’s Performance

Buttler’s innings was a crescendo of skill, determination, and strategic prowess. Initially, the Royals struggled, losing early wickets, which set the stage for Buttler’s remarkable comeback.

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Early in his innings, Buttler appeared conservative, scoring 40 runs off 30 balls—a strike rate that was uncharacteristic given the high target. His cautious approach laid a stable foundation, despite the team’s precarious position.

Post the slow start, Buttler switched gears dramatically. The next 30 balls saw him blasting 67 runs, demonstrating a master class in batting under pressure. His ability to escalate his strike rate from 130 to nearly 180 by the end of his innings was a key factor in the chase.

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Record-Breaking Chase

The Royals’ successful chase of a towering 224 set a new record in IPL history, largely credited to Buttler’s dynamic innings. This not only added a remarkable chapter to the IPL’s legacy but also underscored the high competitive standards of the league.

Highest successful run-chase in IPL

Run chase	Team	Opposition	Year
224	Rajasthan Royals	Kolkata Knight Riders	2024
224	Rajasthan Royals	Punjab Kings	2020
219	Mumbai Indians	Delhi Capitals	2019
217	Rajasthan Royals	Delhi Capitals	2008
217	Sunrisers Hyderabad	Rajasthan Royals	2023

Multiple hundreds against a team (IPL)
3 – KL Rahul vs MI
2 – Jos Buttler vs KKR
2 – Jos Buttler vs RCB
2 – Chris Gayle vs PBKS
2 – Virat Kohli vs GL
2 – David Warner vs KKR

Most T20 hundreds in a winning cause
16 – Chris Gayle
8 – Babar Azam
8 – Jos Buttler
Each of Buttler’s eight T20 hundreds have come in a winning cause.

Buttler’s Position Among IPL Legends

With this century, Buttler now holds the record for the second-most centuries in the IPL, nearing Virat Kohli’s record. His consistent performance underlines his status as one of the IPL’s all-time greats.

Players to hit the most centuries in IPL history

Pos	Player	Team	Matches	Runs	100s
1.	Virat Kohli	RCB	244	7624	8
2.	Jos Buttler	MI/RR	102	3473	7*
2.	Chris Gayle	KKR/RCB/PBKS	142	4965	6
4.	KL Rahul	SRH/RCB/PBKS/LSG	121	4256	4
5.	Shane Watson	RR/RCB/CSK	145	3874	4
6.	David Warner	SRH/DC	182	6563	4
7.	Shubman Gill	KKR/GT	95	2954	3
8.	Sanju Samson	DC/RR	159	4164	3
9.	AB de Villiers	DC/RCB	184	5162	3