Gautam Gambhir

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DOB: October 14, 1981
Role: Batsman
Batting Style: Left-handed
Bowling Style: Right-arm leg break
Nationality: Indian

Kolkata Knight Riders

Auction amount of Gautam Gambhir for IPL 2017

Salary of Gautam Gambhir for IPL 2017

2.8 crore

Gautam Gambhir was retained by Kolkata Knight Riders for the IPL 2017 season, hence no auction was held for him.

AUCTION HISTORY


Top 3 stats of Gautam Gambhir from IPL 2017

In the IPL 2017 season, Gautam Gambhir had several notable performances that stood out. Here are the top three statistics reflecting his impact during that season:

  1. Highest Score: Gautam Gambhir scored his highest runs in a single match against the Delhi Daredevils on April 28, 2017, where he made an impressive 71 runs off 52 balls. This innings included 11 boundaries and showcased his ability to anchor the innings and accelerate when needed.

  2. Consistent Contributions: Throughout the season, Gambhir displayed consistency with a total of 3 half-centuries. These came against teams like Kings XI Punjab (72 runs) on April 14, 2017, and against Rising Pune Supergiants (62 runs) on April 27, 2017. His ability to score runs consistently was a significant asset for his team.

  3. Fastest Fifty: Gambhir recorded one of the fastest fifties of the season, completing it in just 34 balls against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 18, 2017, where he scored 32 runs in 19 balls. His explosive batting during that game highlighted his aggressive style and ability to change the game's tempo quickly.

These statistics emphasize Gautam Gambhir's pivotal role in the 2017 IPL season as a key player for his team, both in terms of scoring runs and providing crucial innings.