In the 2018 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), David Willey showcased his skills as both a bowler and a lower-order batsman. Here are his top three statistical highlights from that season:
Best Bowling Performance: Willey's standout bowling figure came in the match against Rajasthan Royals on May 12, 2018, where he took 1 wicket for 47 runs. This performance placed him among the notable bowlers in that match, contributing significantly to his team's efforts.
Total Wickets: Throughout the IPL 2018 season, Willey managed to claim a total of 2 wickets. This placed him at the 20th position in the overall wicket-takers list for the tournament, demonstrating his role as a strategic bowler amidst a highly competitive field.
Bowling Economy: His bowling economy can be inferred from the overall runs he conceded and the matches played. David Willey had a total of 95 runs conceded over the course of his appearances, demonstrating varied efficiency, particularly in the matches where he was able to contain runs while also claiming wickets.
While Willey's IPL stats for 2018 may not have positioned him among the top-tier performers, he still played a valuable role for his team, contributing in high-pressure situations as both a bowler and a batsman.
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 0 | 1 | 47 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
