In the 2008 Indian Premier League (IPL), Makhaya Ntini showcased his skills, particularly in the bowling department. Here are the top three stats that highlight his performance during the tournament:
Hat-Tricks: Makhaya Ntini achieved a significant milestone by claiming 1 hat-trick in the tournament, indicating his ability to take crucial wickets in quick succession.
Bowling Economy: In multiple matches, Ntini demonstrated a solid bowling economy. For instance, in the final against the Rajasthan Royals, he bowled 4 overs for just 21 runs, showcasing his capability to maintain pressure on the batting side.
Best Bowling Figures: His best performance came during the semi-final against Kings XI Punjab, where he also bowled 4 overs but limited the runs to just 23 with 2 wickets. This performance highlighted his effectiveness as a strike bowler during critical matches.
Overall, Makhaya Ntini’s contributions were instrumental for his team in various matches throughout the IPL 2008 season.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 11 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 91.66 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 0* | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Daredevils | 4 | 0 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 3 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 4 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 4 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 0 | 0 | 43 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Deccan Chargers | 4 | 0 | 1 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 1 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |