In the IPL 2021 season, Faf du Plessis exhibited commendable performance with his batting skills. Here are his top three standout stats:
Highest Score: Faf's highest score in the 2021 season was an impressive 95 runs off just 60 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 21, 2021. This innings showcased his ability to anchor the innings while also playing aggressive shots, evident from his strike rate of 158.33.
Notable Knock in Playoffs: During the final match against Kolkata Knight Riders on October 15, 2021, Faf scored 86 runs from 59 balls, including 7 fours and 3 sixes, at a strike rate of 145.76. This performance highlighted his critical role in the team's success throughout the season.
Consistent Scorer: Over the course of the tournament, Faf du Plessis had multiple scores exceeding fifty, including 76 runs against Punjab Kings and 56 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad. His ability to convert starts into significant scores made him one of the leading scorers for Chennai Super Kings.
Overall, Faf du Plessis was instrumental in Chennai Super Kings' performance throughout the IPL 2021 season with his consistent run-scoring ability.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Punjab Kings | 36* | 33 | 3 | 1 | 109.09 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 33 | 17 | 4 | 2 | 194.11 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 95* | 60 | 9 | 4 | 158.33 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 50 | 41 | 5 | 1 | 121.95 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 56 | 38 | 6 | 1 | 147.36 |
| Mumbai Indians | 50 | 28 | 2 | 4 | 178.57 |
| Mumbai Indians | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 31 | 26 | 2 | 2 | 119.23 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 43 | 30 | 7 | 0 | 143.33 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 41 | 36 | 3 | 2 | 113.88 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 25 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 131.57 |
| Delhi Capitals | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Punjab Kings | 76 | 55 | 8 | 2 | 138.18 |
| Delhi Capitals | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 86 | 59 | 7 | 3 | 145.76 |
