In the 2016 IPL season, Harbhajan Singh showcased his skills as both a bowler and a lower-order batsman. Here are the top three key statistics that highlight his performance during that season:
Best Bowling Figures: Harbhajan’s best bowling performance came against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 8, 2016, where he took 4 wickets for just 29 runs in his 4 overs. This remarkable performance displayed his ability to take crucial wickets while maintaining a low economy rate.
Total Wickets: Over the course of the tournament, Harbhajan Singh secured a total of 9 wickets, making him a vital part of his team's bowling attack. His ability to contribute significantly with the ball is a testament to his experience and skill in T20 cricket.
Highest Score: As a lower-order batsman, Harbhajan contributed with the bat too, scoring a highest of 45 runs against the Rising Pune Supergiants on April 9, 2016. His innings included 7 fours and 1 six, showing he could provide valuable runs in a tight situation.
These statistics underline Harbhajan Singh's role as an impactful player during the IPL 2016 season, demonstrating his all-round capabilities.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 45* | 30 | 7 | 1 | 150.00 |
| Gujarat Lions | 8 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 61.53 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 1* | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 21* | 22 | 2 | 0 | 95.45 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 14* | 10 | 1 | 1 | 140.00 |
| Gujarat Lions | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 60.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 3 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat Lions | 2 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | 0 | 0 | 38 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 3 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 1 | 32 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 4 | 0 | 1 | 25 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | 0 | 2 | 29 | 13 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 3 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 4 | 0 | 1 | 34 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat Lions | 4 | 0 | 1 | 36 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
