The ability to pursue challenging targets is a testament to a batsman's skill, nerve, and match-winning ability in the fast-paced Indian Premier League (IPL). Over the years, there have been many players who scored centuries in IPL, but only some of them have come in run chases. These centuries capture the thrilling essence of IPL matches, when the wheel of fortune turns with each stroke, in addition to showcasing individual skill. These hundreds, which highlight the unwavering pursuit of victory in the world's top T20 competition, are carved in IPL's story. They include thrilling run chases and historic innings that reversed the tide. Here is a list of 10 hundreds scored in chases in IPL.

1. Mahela Jayawardene, KXIP Vs KKR

KKR posted a formidable total of 200 in their 20 overs, and Punjab needed to win to break their losing streak. Jayawardene opened with Bisla and continued with Sangakkara. He took charge of aggressively scoring runs and got his team in a good position. He got his team over the line, scoring 110 runs, which included 14 fours and three maximums. It was a critical hundred which not only won the match but also improved the team’s morale.

2. Paul Valthaty, KXIP Vs CSK

It seemed difficult to chase a formidable target of 189, especially when up against the fierce Super Kings. Nevertheless, Valthaty made it look effortless. With astonishing ease, he moved the ball delicately between the covers and delivered powerful strokes over the square leg. He struck an unbeaten 120 off 63 balls, totaling 19 boundaries and two sixes, to lead his team to victory with five balls remaining.

3. Virat Kohli, RCB Vs SRH

SRH had powered to 186 thanks to a century from Klassen. The target was at par, but the duo of Kohli and Du Plessis stole the show. They put up an opening stand of 172, of which Kohli scored 100. His knock comprised 12 fours and four sixes, and it took RCB on the doorstep of victory.

4. Ben Stokes, RPS Vs GL

With his team four wickets down for just 42 runs, Stokes methodically constructed his innings, partnering with MS Dhoni, who held on to one end. He demonstrated a calculated strategy by picking and choosing specific bowlers to target and accelerating the pace. As the innings went on, Stokes unleashed his aggressive side in the last overs, leading their team to victory with one ball remaining.

5. Shikhar Dhawan, DC Vs CSK

In pursuit of a target of 180 for victory, Dhawan adopted a careful approach at the beginning of his innings following the early dismissal of his opening partner, Prithvi Shaw, in the first over bowled by Deepak Chahar. Chahar further made an impact by dismissing Ajinkya Rahane in the fifth over. It was at this juncture that Dhawan altered his approach, changing gears and adopting a more aggressive style of play. Dhawan's impressive innings scored 101 runs from 58 balls, featuring 14 boundaries and one maximum.

6. Shane Watson, CSK Vs SRH

It was their first year back from the ban, and CSK was in the tournament finals. SRH had posted a competitive total of 178. CSK started shakily after a maiden and the fall of Du Plessis. However, Watson steadied the innings with Raina. He started attacking the Hyderabad bowlers and scored 117 runs, which included 11 fours and eight sixes. He remained not out and saw his team over the line.

7. David Miller, KXIP Vs RCB

Punjab looked in trouble with four wickets down for just 64 runs. Miller was the last recognised batter remaining and they still had a long way to go. Miller unleashed a formidable counterattack on the RCB bowling line-up, showcasing a power-hitting display seldom witnessed in the IPL. He single-handedly changed the course of the game, scoring 101 with eight fours and seven sixes. It was arguably the best innings played in the IPL.

8. David Warner, DD Vs DC

Delhi were chasing a formidable target of 188, and their start was catastrophic. Sehwag fell on the second ball, bringing Ojha to the crease. Warner who opened then took the charge and scored rapidly with a strike rate of over 200. He smashed ten fours and seven sixes, leading Delhi to a win with 20 balls to spare.

9. Cameron Green, MI Vs SRH

Hyderabad scored a massive 200 runs in their 20 overs. Mumbai lost their first wicket cheaply, and in came Green, who stitched a partnership with Sharma. He played a patient knock, taking risks only when required, hitting eight fours and sixes each. He remained not out and saw his team over the line.

10. Shubman Gill, GT Vs RCB

RCB got to a good score thanks to a century from Virat Kohli. Titans lost their first wicket early, but Gill stabled their innings and took it to the RCB bowlers. He scored at a strike rate of 200 and hit five fours and eight sixes in his match-winning knock. He remained not out to lead his team to victory.