Yusuf Pathan had a remarkable performance in the 2008 IPL season, which was his debut in the tournament. Here are the top three stats from his campaign:
Fastest 50: Yusuf Pathan secured the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history during the 2008 season, reaching the milestone in just 21 balls. This achievement positioned him at the top of the charts for the fastest half-century in the inaugural season.
High Strike Rate: Throughout the season, Yusuf demonstrated his explosive batting skills, finishing with an impressive strike rate. Notably, in matches such as the semi-final against Delhi Daredevils, he recorded a monumental strike rate of 214.28 while scoring 45 runs off just 21 balls. Likewise, in the 56th match against Kings XI Punjab, he had a strike rate of 260.00, scoring 39 runs off only 15 balls.
Match Contributions: Yusuf Pathan was a crucial performer for the Rajasthan Royals, contributing significantly in various matches. For instance, in the final against Chennai Super Kings, he scored 56 runs off 39 balls, helping to secure the championship for his team. His ability to score quickly and consistently in high-pressure situations made him a standout player during the season.
Overall, Yusuf Pathan's explosive batting and pivotal contributions in IPL 2008 helped him establish himself as one of the most exciting players in the league's early years.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Daredevils | 10 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 140.00 |
| Deccan Chargers | 61 | 28 | 4 | 6 | 217.85 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 21 | 12 | 5 | 0 | 175.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 55 | 33 | 6 | 2 | 166.66 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 8 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 160.00 |
| Mumbai Indians | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Deccan Chargers | 68 | 37 | 9 | 2 | 183.78 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 8 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 61.53 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 48* | 18 | 5 | 3 | 266.66 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 120.00 |
| Mumbai Indians | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 39 | 15 | 3 | 3 | 260.00 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 45 | 21 | 3 | 4 | 214.28 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 56 | 39 | 3 | 4 | 143.58 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Daredevils | 2 | 0 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 1 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 2 | 0 | 2 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 2 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 2 | 0 | 1 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 3 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 2 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
