In the 2016 IPL season, Dinesh Karthik had several noteworthy performances that can be highlighted through his top three statistical achievements:
Total Runs Scored: Karthik accumulated a total of 335 runs during the tournament, making him the 16th highest scorer for the season. This reflects his consistent contributions to the team in crucial matches.
Fifty-Plus Scores: He recorded three half-centuries (50s), placing him at the 6th position in this category. These valuable innings showcased his ability to play under pressure and provide stability to the batting lineup.
Highest Score: Karthik's highest score of the season was 53 runs, which he achieved during a match against Delhi Daredevils on May 3, 2016. This innings illustrated his capacity to convert starts into meaningful contributions, although it placed him at the 30th position for highest scores in the tournament.
These stats collectively highlight Dinesh Karthik's role as a reliable middle-order batsman during the 2016 IPL season.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings XI Punjab | 41* | 26 | 7 | 0 | 157.69 |
| Mumbai Indians | 9 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 81.81 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 8 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 88.88 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 50* | 39 | 3 | 0 | 128.20 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 19 | 17 | 1 | 1 | 111.76 |
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 33 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 165.00 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 53 | 43 | 5 | 0 | 123.25 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 51 | 29 | 8 | 1 | 175.86 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 12 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Mumbai Indians | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 75.00 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 26 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 86.66 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 26 | 19 | 4 | 1 | 136.84 |
