In the 2012 IPL season, Muttiah Muralitharan exhibited impressive performance despite facing some challenges on the batting front. Here are the top three statistical highlights from his campaign:
Total Wickets: Muralitharan took a total of 15 wickets, showcasing his effectiveness as a leading wicket-taker in the tournament. This statistic placed him in the eighth position among all bowlers, reflecting his skill and experience in the T20 format.
Best Bowling Figures: His best bowling performance came in a match where he achieved figures of 4 overs, 16 runs, and 2 wickets. This outstanding performance highlighted his ability to contain runs while being a wicket-taking bowler, a crucial asset in T20 cricket.
Maidens: Throughout the tournament, Muralitharan displayed great control, resulting in 3 maiden overs. This stat ranked him third overall, emphasizing his capability to apply pressure on batters while maintaining an economical bowling strategy.
Overall, Muttiah Muralitharan's contributions with the ball were significant, affirming his status as one of the premier bowlers in the IPL during the 2012 season.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 6 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 75.00 |
| Deccan Chargers | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Daredevils | 4 | 0 | 3 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 2 | 31 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 0 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 4 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 2 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pune Warriors | 4 | 0 | 2 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 4 | 0 | 1 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Deccan Chargers | 4 | 0 | 1 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
