In the IPL 2011 season, Morne Morkel showcased his talents as both a bowler and a lower-order batsman. Here are the top three significant stats from his performance that season:
Total Wickets: Morkel took a total of 13 wickets in the tournament. This positioned him as an essential part of his team's bowling lineup, contributing to their overall performance throughout the season.
Best Bowling Figures: His best bowling performance came in a match against the Kings XI Punjab, where he achieved figures of 4 overs, 22 runs, and 1 wicket. This standout performance highlights his ability to be economical while being effective in taking wickets.
Highest Score: On the batting front, Morkel's highest score was 16 runs, achieved in a match against the Kings XI Punjab. While not a significant batting performance, it reflects his role as a capable lower-order batsman who could contribute useful runs when needed.
These stats collectively illustrate Morne Morkel's impact in IPL 2011, particularly with his contributions with the ball.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Deccan Chargers | 8* | 3 | 0 | 1 | 266.66 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 6* | 5 | 1 | 0 | 120.00 |
| Mumbai Indians | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 111.11 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 16* | 6 | 1 | 1 | 266.66 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 1 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 4 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 1 | 32 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 0 | 3 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 1 | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kochi Tuskers Kerala | 4 | 0 | 3 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kochi Tuskers Kerala | 3 | 0 | 1 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Deccan Chargers | 4 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 1 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 1 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
