Top 3 stats of Johan Botha from IPL 2013
In the 2013 IPL season, Johan Botha exhibited a varied performance both with bat and ball. Here are the top three statistics that stand out for him during that season:
Highest Score: Botha's highest score in the tournament came during the 64th match against the Chennai Super Kings, where he scored 23 runs off 20 balls, maintaining a strike rate of 115.00. This innings was significant in showcasing his ability to contribute lower down the batting order.
Bowling Performance: Botha’s most economical bowling performance occurred in the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 4, where he bowled 3 overs, conceding only 11 runs and claiming 2 wickets. This performance highlighted his effectiveness as a bowler, showcasing his ability to restrict runs and take crucial wickets.
Overall Bowling Economy: Over the course of the 2013 IPL season, both in matches where he took wickets and those faced, Johan Botha maintained a relatively low bowling economy. For instance, in the match against Kings XI Punjab, he bowled 4 overs for just 23 runs and took 1 wicket, illustrating his capability of keeping the opposition scoring in check while also posing a wicket-taking threat.
These statistics reflect Botha's dual role as a reliable lower-order batsman and an effective bowler in the 2013 IPL season.