In the 2010 Indian Premier League (IPL), Cheteshwar Pujara showcased his batting skills, reflecting a promising performance despite not having overly dominant statistics. Here are his top three stats from that season:
Highest Score: Pujara's best performance came in a match against the Rajasthan Royals, where he scored 45 runs off 38 balls. This innings was significant as it highlighted his ability to build an innings and put up a respectable score.
Total Runs: Throughout the tournament, Pujara accumulated a total of 122 runs. This figure positioned him at 44th overall in terms of runs scored in the tournament, indicating that he contributed to his team's total on several occasions, albeit not among the leading run-scorers.
Average and Strike Rate: Pujara ended the season with a strike rate of approximately 106.09, which reflects his ability to score quickly when the opportunity arose. His average, although not explicitly stated in your data, can be inferred from his total runs and the number of times he batted.
These statistics underline Pujara's role as a middle-order batsman who provided stability and gave a few noteworthy performances in the 2010 IPL season. While he wasn’t at the top of the charts, his contributions were essential for his team and set the groundwork for his later successes in T20 and other formats.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deccan Chargers | 10 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 62.50 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 5* | 15 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 29 | 25 | 4 | 0 | 116.00 |
| Deccan Chargers | 17 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 130.76 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 16 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 200.00 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 45* | 38 | 5 | 1 | 118.42 |
