In the 2013 IPL season, Kumar Sangakkara's performance was relatively modest, reflecting a challenging year for the renowned batsman. However, the following three statistics stand out from his campaign:
Total Runs Scored: Kumar Sangakkara managed to accumulate a total of 120 runs throughout the tournament. This placed him at 55th position among all players for the season, indicating that he struggled for runs compared to his contemporaries.
Highest Score: His highest score during this IPL season was 28 runs, which he achieved in a match against the Delhi Daredevils on April 12, 2013. This score ranked him 44th among players for the highest individual scores.
Consistent Batting Average: Although Sangakkara did not hit any sixes throughout the season, his batting average in terms of strike rate was notable, particularly in individual innings where he maintained a healthy strike rate, with the highest being 100% in some innings like against the Mumbai Indians, where he scored 21 off 21 balls.
Overall, while Kumar Sangakkara's stats from IPL 2013 may not reflect his illustrious career, his experience and technique remained evident despite the lack of significant contributions in terms of high scores and boundary hitting.