In the 2018 IPL season, Liam Plunkett showcased his skills primarily as a bowler, contributing significantly to his team's performance. Here are the top three statistics from his campaign:
Best Bowling Figures: Plunkett's standout bowling performance came in the match against Delhi Capitals on May 20, 2018, where he took 5 wickets for 27 runs in 3 overs. This remarkable achievement highlighted his ability to create breakthroughs and maintain tight bowling under pressure.
Bowling Average: Throughout the season, Plunkett maintained an impressive bowling average of around 16.0, which signifies his effectiveness as a wicket-taker. His spell against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 6, 2018, where he took 6 wickets for just 27 runs, further solidified his reputation.
Economy Rate: Plunkett displayed excellent control over his bowling, maintaining a low economy rate throughout the season. His economy was best illustrated in the match against Delhi Capitals on April 28, where he bowled 4 overs, conceded just 24 runs, and took 9 wickets, showcasing his ability to restrict scoring while being aggressive.
These statistics emphasize Liam Plunkett's contributions as a pivotal bowler during the 2018 IPL season, making him a valuable asset to his team.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Delhi Capitals | 1* | 2 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 4 | 0 | 3 | 17 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Delhi Capitals | 4 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 3 | 0 | 0 | 52 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Delhi Capitals | 3 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 4 | 0 | 1 | 27 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Delhi Capitals | 4 | 0 | 0 | 41 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Delhi Capitals | 3 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |