In the 2017 IPL season, Ashish Nehra showcased some notable performances as a bowler, despite his batting statistics not contributing significantly. Here are the top three stats that stand out for him during that season:
Total Wickets: Ashish Nehra claimed a total of 8 wickets in the tournament, finishing the season ranked 15th in the list of top wicket-takers. His ability to take crucial wickets showcased his role as an important bowler for his team.
Best Bowling Figures: Nehra achieved his best bowling figures of 4 wickets for 27 runs in a match against Gujarat Lions on April 9, 2017. This performance was remarkable and contributed significantly to his team's bowling strength.
Total Runs Conceded: Throughout the season, he conceded a total of 197 runs, which indicates his efficiency in controlling the flow of runs. Although not leading in this category, managing to keep the opposition's scoring in check is crucial in T20 matches.
These statistics highlight Ashish Nehra's impact as a bowler in the 2017 IPL season, where his wickets and economy played a key role in his team's performance.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 0* | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 0* | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 0 | 2 | 42 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Gujarat Lions | 4 | 0 | 1 | 27 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 1 | 46 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 1 | 35 | 11 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 3 | 42 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
