In the 2018 Indian Premier League (IPL), Alex Hales showcased his batting capabilities, but his performance did not yield overwhelming statistics compared to some of his contemporaries. Here are the top three stats from his IPL 2018 season:
Highest Score: Alex Hales recorded his highest score of the season with an impressive 45 runs off 31 balls against Delhi Capitals on May 6, 2018. This innings highlighted his ability to build an innings and contribute significantly to his team's score.
Total Runs: Across the season, Hales accumulated a total of 148 runs. This placed him at the 41st position in the overall runs tally for the season among all players. While he may not have been among the top scorers, this number reflects his efforts in a challenging tournament format.
Strike Rate: Hales maintained a strike rate of 125.42 throughout his appearances in the tournament. This figure illustrates his capacity to score runs at a brisk pace, which is crucial in the fast-paced T20 format.
Overall, while Alex Hales had some standout moments, his overall contributions in terms of runs and position ranking indicate a challenging season in the dynamic landscape of IPL 2018.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 45 | 39 | 4 | 0 | 115.38 |
| Delhi Capitals | 45 | 31 | 3 | 3 | 145.16 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Delhi Capitals | 14 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 140.00 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 2 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 22.22 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 37 | 24 | 2 | 3 | 154.16 |