In the IPL 2018 season, Shane Watson showcased a remarkable performance that stood out in several statistical categories. Here are the top three stats from his campaign that year:
Total Runs: Shane Watson scored a total of 555 runs in IPL 2018, placing him fifth in the overall run-scoring leaderboard for the tournament. His ability to contribute vital runs was a significant factor in his team's performance throughout the season.
Fastest 100: Watson recorded the fastest century of the season, achieving the milestone in just 51 balls. This record not only highlighted his explosive batting capabilities but also solidified his position at the top of this particular stat for the IPL that year.
Highest Score: His highest score during the tournament was an impressive 117 runs, which he achieved in the final match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. This performance not only showcased his ability to play big innings but also secured his position as the second-highest individual score of IPL 2018.
These statistics underline the significant impact Shane Watson had during the 2018 IPL season, as he played a crucial role in his team's journey.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 16 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 114.28 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 42 | 19 | 3 | 3 | 221.05 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 11 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 122.22 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 106 | 57 | 9 | 6 | 185.96 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 9 | 15 | 0 | 1 | 60.00 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 7 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 175.00 |
| Mumbai Indians | 12 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 109.09 |
| Delhi Capitals | 78 | 40 | 4 | 7 | 195.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 36 | 25 | 4 | 2 | 144.00 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 11 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 78.57 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 39 | 31 | 2 | 2 | 125.80 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 57 | 35 | 5 | 3 | 162.85 |
| Delhi Capitals | 14 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 60.86 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 117* | 57 | 11 | 8 | 205.26 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 2 | 29 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 2 | 39 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 2 | 0 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 3 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 0 | 41 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Delhi Capitals | 2 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2 | 0 | 0 | 19 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
