In IPL 2009, Shikhar Dhawan showcased his abilities as a batsman but had a relatively modest season by his later standards. Here are the top three statistical highlights from his performance during that tournament:
Total Runs: Shikhar Dhawan scored a total of 40 runs in the tournament, placing him at position 68 among all players. This was indicative of the challenges he faced in converting his appearances into significant contributions.
Highest Score: His highest score for the season was 22 runs, achieved against the Chennai Super Kings in the first match of the tournament. This score positioned him at 46 for the highest individual scores achieved by players in the league that year.
Total Fours: Dhawan managed to hit a total of 3 fours during the season, which placed him at position 32 in terms of the total number of fours struck by all players. This showed his ability to find boundaries, albeit limitedly in this particular season.
Overall, while Shikhar Dhawan's stats in IPL 2009 indicate an early phase in his career, they reflect potential that would later be harnessed in subsequent seasons.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings | 22 | 21 | 2 | 0 | 104.76 |
| Deccan Chargers | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 42.85 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 12 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 120.00 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 42.85 |
