In the 2016 IPL season, Sarfaraz Khan showcased his talent, and his performance can be distilled into three key statistics:
Highest Strike Rate: Sarfaraz recorded an impressive highest strike rate of 350.00 during his innings of 35 runs off just 10 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 12, 2016. This remarkable strike rate highlights his ability to score quickly and create an impact in a short stint at the crease.
Best Individual Score: His highest score of the season was 35 runs, achieved in that same match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. This innings not only displayed his capability to contribute significantly to the team's total but also positioned him as a player who could accelerate the scoring when needed.
Consistent Contributions: Over the course of the season, Sarfaraz accumulated a total of 66 runs from 4 innings, showcasing his role as a middle-order batsman. While he finished with a modest total, his average of 33.00 from the matches he played reflected his potential for providing crucial runs in tight situations, although his overall position in the rankings for runs scored was 59th.
These statistics from IPL 2016 illustrate Sarfaraz Khan's ability as a promising young batsman, particularly in terms of scoring rapidly and stepping up in crucial moments of the game.