In the 2008 Indian Premier League (IPL), Tillakaratne Dilshan had a notable impact, particularly with his batting performances. Here are the top three statistics from his participation in the tournament that year:
Highest Score: His best performance came in the 1st Semi-Final against the Rajasthan Royals, where he scored 33 runs off 22 balls. This innings demonstrated his ability to accelerate the score with a strike rate of 150.00, showcasing his aggressive batting style in crucial matches.
Consistency in Scoring: Although Dilshan had some low scores throughout the tournament, he showed glimpses of potential with a few respectable innings. In the match against Deccan Chargers on May 15, 2008, he scored 16 runs off just 6 balls, recording an impressive strike rate of 266.66, indicating his ability to make an impact in a limited number of deliveries.
Bowling Contribution: While primarily known for his batting, Dilshan also made a contribution with the ball in the 43rd match against the Royal Challengers Bangalore, where he bowled 1 over, taking 1 wicket for 3 runs. This performance demonstrated his all-round capabilities and added value to his team in the competition.
Overall, Tillakaratne Dilshan's 2008 IPL season highlighted both his batting flair and his utility as an all-rounder, contributing to his team's performances in various matches.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 18* | 15 | 1 | 1 | 120.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 25 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 131.57 |
| Deccan Chargers | 16 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 266.66 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 8 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 40.00 |
| Mumbai Indians | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 33 | 22 | 5 | 1 | 150.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
