In the 2009 IPL season, Graham Napier had some notable statistics that highlighted his performance. Here are the top three stats from his campaign:
Best Bowling Figures: Napier's standout moment came with his best bowling figures of 1/27 in a match against the Kolkata Knight Riders, which placed him in the 5th position for best bowling figures in the league that year. This performance showcased his ability to take wickets while maintaining a low economy rate.
Total Maiden Overs: With a total of 0 maiden overs, Napier ranked 3rd in the IPL for this category, indicating that he did not bowl any overs without conceding runs, which reflects more on his bowling style during the matches.
Total Dots: Napier excelled in restricting scoring opportunities, as he had a remarkable total of 0 dot balls bowled throughout the tournament. This statistical anomaly positioned him at the top (1st place) for this category, indicating he kept the game alive but did not allow batsmen to settle into long balls.
These statistics reflect Graham Napier's contributions during the IPL 2009 season, particularly in his bowling role.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 15 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 93.75 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 1 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |