In the 2017 IPL season, Aaron Finch showcased his batting prowess with some notable performances. Here are the top three statistical highlights of his batting during that season:
Highest Score: Finch’s standout performance came against the Delhi Daredevils on May 11, 2017, where he scored a remarkable 69 runs off just 39 balls. This innings included 6 fours and 4 sixes, resulting in an explosive strike rate of 176.92, illustrating his capability to accelerate the scoring effectively.
Best Strike Rate: Finch boasted a spectacular strike rate of 216.66 during a match against Rising Pune Supergiants on May 2, 2017, where he scored 13 runs off just 6 balls. This short but impactful innings highlighted his ability to score quickly in a limited number of deliveries.
Consistent Contributions: In several matches throughout the season, Finch produced several commendable performances, including a 72-run knock off 34 balls against Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 28, 2017. This innings featured 5 fours and 6 sixes, showcasing his aggressive batting style and ability to dominate bowling attacks.
Overall, Finch's performances in IPL 2017 were marked by explosive batting and significant contributions to his team's efforts, though they were interspersed with some low scores as well.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 15 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 187.50 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 3 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 60.00 |
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 33* | 19 | 3 | 2 | 173.68 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 19 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 126.66 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 31 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 206.66 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 13 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 108.33 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 72 | 34 | 5 | 6 | 211.76 |
| Mumbai Indians | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Rising Pune Supergiants | 13 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 216.66 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 27 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 142.10 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 69 | 39 | 6 | 4 | 176.92 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.66 |
