In the 2019 IPL season, Hardus Viljoen showcased notable performances, particularly with the ball. Here are his top three statistics:
Best Bowling Figures: His standout performance came in the match against Delhi Capitals on April 2, where he achieved remarkable bowling figures of 3 overs, conceding only 22 runs while taking 1 wicket. This resulted in an impressive economy rate of 7.33.
Most Wickets in a Match: Throughout the season, his most impactful bowling display occurred against the Kolkata Knight Riders on March 28, where he bowled 4 overs and took 2 wickets for just 36 runs, highlighting his ability to strike at crucial moments in the game.
Overall Impact with the Ball: Over the course of the season, he bowled a total of 23 overs across multiple matches, claiming a total of 6 wickets. His bowling average was calculated at approximately 30.50, coupled with an economy rate around 8.47, reflecting a solid contribution to his team's bowling attack.
His all-round statistics in terms of batting, however, were less impactful, as he struggled to make notable contributions with the bat during the season.
| Opposition | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Delhi Capitals | 2* | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.66 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Opposition | O | M | W | R | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 4 | 0 | 1 | 36 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 2 | 40 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Delhi Capitals | 3 | 0 | 1 | 22 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mumbai Indians | 4 | 0 | 0 | 34 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Delhi Capitals | 4 | 0 | 2 | 39 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 4 | 0 | 1 | 51 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 |