In the 2018 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Rashid Khan showcased remarkable skills both with the bat and ball. Here are the top three statistics that highlight his performance:
Bowling Economy Rate: Rashid Khan had an outstanding economy rate throughout the season, which is a crucial statistic for any bowler in T20 cricket. In several matches, he maintained an exceptional economy, most notably during the Qualifier 2 against Kolkata Knight Riders, where he conceded just 4.75 runs per over, allowing only 19 runs in his 4 overs while taking 3 wickets.
Wickets Taken: Rashid Khan was one of the leading wicket-takers for his team. He recorded multiple matches where he claimed multiple wickets, including a standout performance in the final against Chennai Super Kings, where he took 3 wickets for only 24 runs. In total, he captured 21 wickets in the season, which placed him among the top wicket-takers in IPL 2018.
Batting Impact: While primarily known for his bowling, Rashid made some valuable contributions with the bat as well. His most significant innings came during the Qualifier 2 match against Kolkata Knight Riders, where he scored 34 runs off just 10 balls, showcasing his aggressive batting style with a striking strike rate of 340.00.
These highlights illustrate Rashid Khan's dual-threat capabilities in the 2018 IPL season, making him one of the standout performers.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai Indians | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 17* | 4 | 1 | 2 | 425.00 |
| Mumbai Indians | 6 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 66.66 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 34* | 10 | 2 | 4 | 340.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 0 | 1 | 23 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 18 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 1 | 55 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 0 | 1 | 49 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 1 | 2 | 11 | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kings XI Punjab | 4 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 4 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Delhi Capitals | 4 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 0 | 1 | 31 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Delhi Capitals | 4 | 0 | 0 | 35 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 0 | 3 | 27 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 0 | 2 | 11 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 3 | 19 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 4 | 1 | 0 | 24 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
