In the 2016 Indian Premier League (IPL), Ravichandran Ashwin showcased a blend of bowling prowess and batting resilience, though specific standout performances varied. Here are his top three noteworthy statistics from that season:
Four Wicket Haul: Ashwin managed to secure 1 four-wicket haul during the tournament, illustrating his capability as a match-winner with the ball. This achievement positioned him at rank 1 in this category, underlining his impact in the bowling department.
Total Ducks: He recorded only 1 duck throughout the season, which placed him in the 3rd position for this statistic. This indicates that he maintained a level of consistency, managing to contribute runs in several matches despite not being a regular top-order batsman.
Best Bowling Figures: Ashwin's best bowling figures in IPL 2016 were 4 wickets for just 34 runs in a single match. This performance not only reflects his effectiveness as a limited-overs bowler but also highlights his capacity to restrict the opposition's scoring while picking up crucial wickets.
These statistics collectively showcase Ravichandran Ashwin's significant contributions in the 2016 IPL season, especially focusing on his bowling abilities and his overall impact on the matches he participated in.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings XI Punjab | 1* | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 10* | 5 | 0 | 1 | 200.00 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 29 | 25 | 3 | 0 | 116.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 0* | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 1* | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat Lions | 4 | 0 | 0 | 26 | 13 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 3 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | 0 | 1 | 14 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Gujarat Lions | 4 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 3 | 0 | 1 | 21 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 4 | 0 | 0 | 34 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2 | 0 | 2 | 30 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 4 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 4 | 34 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
