In the IPL 2009 season, MS Dhoni displayed his prowess as a key player with several notable statistics. Here's a look at his top three stats from that season:
Fastest 50: MS Dhoni achieved the milestone of the fastest fifty in just 24 balls, placing him third in the overall ranking for this achievement in the tournament. This showcased his explosive batting capability and ability to score quickly under pressure.
Highest Score: His highest score during the IPL 2009 season was 58 runs off 37 balls. This performance not only highlighted his ability to anchor innings but also positioned him at 20th in terms of individual scores for the tournament.
Total Runs: Over the course of the season, Dhoni accumulated a total of 332 runs, placing him 12th overall in the run-scoring charts. This total, combined with an average of around 33.20, underscored his importance to the team’s batting lineup.
These stats illustrate MS Dhoni's significant contributions to his franchise during IPL 2009, blending power hitting and consistency throughout the tournament.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 36 | 26 | 1 | 2 | 138.46 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 16 | 14 | 0 | 1 | 114.28 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 71.42 |
| Deccan Chargers | 22 | 22 | 1 | 1 | 100.00 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 22* | 19 | 0 | 1 | 115.78 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 6 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 85.71 |
| Deccan Chargers | 58* | 37 | 6 | 1 | 156.75 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 56* | 27 | 7 | 2 | 207.40 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 18 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 90.00 |
| Mumbai Indians | 23* | 22 | 2 | 0 | 104.54 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 40* | 28 | 4 | 1 | 142.85 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 28 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 93.33 |
