In the 2009 IPL season, Tillakaratne Dilshan had several noteworthy performances, showcasing his skills as a batsman. Here are the top three statistics that highlight his impact in that season:
Highest Score: His highest score in IPL 2009 was an impressive 67 runs off 47 balls against the Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 26, 2009. This innings was significant not only for the runs he scored but also for the fact that it came at a strike rate of 142.55, demonstrating his ability to accelerate the scoring.
Consistent Contributions: Throughout the tournament, Dilshan scored multiple valuable contributions, including a remarkable 65 runs off 51 balls against Deccan Chargers in the semi-final on May 22, 2009. His innings included 7 boundaries and 1 six, and he maintained a strike rate of 127.45, proving to be a vital cog in his team's batting lineup during crucial matches.
Strike Rate Mastery: One of his standout performances came in the match against the Deccan Chargers on May 13, 2009, where he scored 37 runs off just 18 balls. This innings featured 7 fours and 1 six, resulting in a phenomenal strike rate of 205.55, which exemplified his aggressive batting style and capacity to shift momentum in favor of his team.
Overall, Tillakaratne Dilshan's performances in the IPL 2009 were instrumental to his team's success, as he consistently scored runs and maintained a high strike rate throughout the tournament.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings | 50 | 27 | 7 | 2 | 185.18 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 67* | 47 | 5 | 2 | 142.55 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 7 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 70.00 |
| Deccan Chargers | 52* | 46 | 4 | 3 | 113.04 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 13 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 100.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 42* | 34 | 5 | 1 | 123.52 |
| Mumbai Indians | 17 | 19 | 2 | 0 | 89.47 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Deccan Chargers | 37 | 18 | 7 | 1 | 205.55 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 10 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 52.63 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 33 | 41 | 1 | 0 | 80.48 |
| Mumbai Indians | 24 | 14 | 2 | 2 | 171.42 |
| Deccan Chargers | 65 | 51 | 7 | 1 | 127.45 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 3 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 1 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 3 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
