In IPL 2016, Shahbaz Nadeem showcased his abilities as a bowler while his batting contributions were limited. Here are the top three statistics that highlight his performance during that season:
Best Bowling Figures: Nadeem achieved outstanding bowling figures of 2 wickets for 23 runs in 3 overs against the Gujarat Lions on May 3, 2016. This performance was notable as he maintained an impressive economy rate, taking 2 wickets while conceding just 7 runs per over.
Total Wickets: By the end of the season, Nadeem garnered a total of 2 wickets across his appearances. His ability to take wickets is crucial in T20 formats, even if the number seems modest in this instance.
Total Runs Conceded: Nadeem allowed a total of just 127 runs across his bowling spells, which indicates his capability to control the flow of runs in matches, crucial for setting up favorable conditions for his team.
Overall, while Nadeem's batting statistics were minimal, his contributions with the ball made him a valuable asset during IPL 2016.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 1* | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gujarat Lions | 4 | 0 | 0 | 32 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat Lions | 3 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 0 | 42 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
