In the 2015 IPL season, Lasith Malinga showcased his exceptional bowling abilities. Here are his top three standout statistics from that season:
Total Wickets: Malinga took a total of 24 wickets, which placed him second in the overall wickets tally for the season. This impressive feat highlighted his effectiveness as a key bowler for his team.
Four-Wicket Hauls: He achieved one four-wicket haul during the tournament, showcasing his ability to make crucial breakthroughs and significantly impact the outcome of matches.
Total Maiden Overs: Malinga bowled a total of three maiden overs, positioning him in second place in this category. This statistic reflects his capacity to build pressure on the batting side by restricting runs effectively.
These statistics underline Malinga's vital role as a premier fast bowler in the 2015 IPL season, contributing significantly to his team's performance.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Daredevils | 6* | 10 | 1 | 0 | 60.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 2 | 34 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 0 | 1 | 41 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 0 | 1 | 40 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 1 | 1 | 35 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 4 | 0 | 1 | 23 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | 1 | 4 | 23 | 14 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 0 | 1 | 34 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 2 | 31 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 4 | 0 | 2 | 33 | 12 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 11 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 0 | 3 | 23 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 0 | 2 | 25 | 11 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |