Faf du Plessis had a notable performance during IPL 2015, showcasing his batting skills in the tournament. Here are the top three batting statistics from his performances:
Highest Score: Faf du Plessis recorded his highest score of the tournament, making 55 runs off 41 balls against Kings XI Punjab on May 16, 2015. This innings was marked by strong hitting, as he struck 5 fours and 1 six, reflecting his ability to anchor the innings and accelerate when required.
Best Strike Rate: In the match against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 30, 2015, he achieved an impressive strike rate of 181.81, scoring 20 runs off just 11 deliveries. This performance highlighted his capability to score quickly, bringing momentum to his team's innings.
Consistent Performance: Over the course of the tournament, Faf du Plessis showed consistency with multiple scores above 20. Notably, he scored 29 runs against both Delhi Daredevils and Rajasthan Royals, and 33 runs against Royal Challengers Bangalore. This made him a reliable middle-order batsman for his team throughout the season.
These statistics underscore Faf du Plessis's effectiveness as a batsman in IPL 2015, contributing significantly to his team's performances.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Daredevils | 32 | 24 | 3 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Mumbai Indians | 11 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 84.61 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 33* | 18 | 4 | 1 | 183.33 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 29* | 29 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 20 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 181.81 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 33 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 150.00 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 24 | 20 | 0 | 1 | 120.00 |
| Mumbai Indians | 17 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 106.25 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 29 | 25 | 3 | 0 | 116.00 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 29 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 126.08 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 55 | 41 | 5 | 1 | 134.14 |
| Mumbai Indians | 45 | 34 | 5 | 1 | 132.35 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 21 | 22 | 2 | 0 | 95.45 |
| Mumbai Indians | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
