In the 2016 Indian Premier League (IPL), Virat Kohli delivered an extraordinary performance that placed him at the pinnacle of several statistical categories. Here are the top three stats that highlight his exceptional season:
Total Runs Scored: Virat Kohli amassed a staggering 973 runs throughout the tournament, which not only led the league but also underscored his dominance as a batsman during that season. His ability to consistently score runs made him the highest run-scorer in IPL 2016.
Total Sixes: Kohli hit an impressive 38 sixes, securing the top position for the most sixes in the tournament. His aggressive batting style and ability to clear the boundary frequently showcased his power-hitting capabilities.
Total 100s: Kohli scored a remarkable 4 centuries in the 2016 season, which was the highest by any player that year. This feat is a testament to his batting excellence and ability to convert starts into significant scores, further solidifying his position as a leading batsman in the league.
These statistics highlight Virat Kohli's remarkable form during IPL 2016, where he played an instrumental role in his team's performance.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 75 | 51 | 7 | 3 | 147.05 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 79 | 48 | 7 | 3 | 164.58 |
| Mumbai Indians | 33 | 30 | 3 | 0 | 110.00 |
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 80 | 63 | 7 | 2 | 126.98 |
| Gujarat Lions | 100* | 63 | 11 | 1 | 158.73 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 14 | 17 | 1 | 0 | 82.35 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 52 | 44 | 4 | 0 | 118.18 |
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 108* | 58 | 8 | 7 | 186.20 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 20 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 95.23 |
| Mumbai Indians | 7 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 100.00 |
| Gujarat Lions | 109 | 55 | 5 | 8 | 198.18 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 75* | 51 | 5 | 3 | 147.05 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 113 | 50 | 12 | 8 | 226.00 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 54* | 45 | 6 | 0 | 120.00 |
| Gujarat Lions | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 54 | 35 | 5 | 2 | 154.28 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Lions | 1 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |