Shahbaz Nadeem

Shahbaz Nadeem's performance in the IPL 2012 season showcased his contributions as a bowler and a lower-order batsman. Here are the top three stats from his 2012 campaign:

1. Total Wickets: Nadeem took a total of 8 wickets, which placed him at 15th position among all bowlers in the tournament. His ability to claim key wickets contributed significantly to his team’s bowling effort.

2. Best Bowling Figures: His best bowling figures were 4 overs, 0 maidens, 39 runs conceded, and 0 wickets in a match against the Deccan Chargers on May 10, 2012. This performance was part of a consistent showing, although it didn't yield a wicket, it displayed his ability to maintain pressure.

3. Economy Rate: Nadeem was effective with his economy, as indicated by his performance where he managed to restrict runs in several matches. For instance, in matches where he bowled 4 overs, his runs conceded varied but showed his capability to keep runs down, especially with figures such as 16 runs against Deccan Chargers on April 19, 2012.

These stats reflect his role primarily as a bowler who provided crucial breakthroughs and played a valuable part in the squad dynamics during the IPL 2012 season.