The Complete Statistical Breakdown of the Latest IPL Season
As the cricket season unfolds, fans have witnessed remarkable performances, heart-stopping matches, and unforgettable milestones. This blog post will dive into the significant statistics from the season, analyzing individual player performances and team accomplishments.
Overall Season Stats
The entire tournament has delivered a whopping total of 19,355 runs scored, while bowlers managed to secure 673 wickets. A staggering 10,732 runs came purely from boundaries, showcasing the aggressive batting style of players this season.
- Total Runs: 19,355
- Total Wickets Fallen: 673
- Runs From Boundaries: 10,732
- Total Sixes: 734
- Total Fours: 1,582
- Total Extras: 0
With 110 fifties and just 5 centuries being scored, the tournament has seen several players delivering explosive middle-order performances. Out of 188 players taking the field, only 21 have alternated teams, indicating a relatively stable squad selection across franchises.
Highlights of the Season
The tournament has indeed seen its share of nail-biting finishes, with two matches ending in ties and one game abandoned. The biggest win margin this season was by 97 runs: KXIP against RCB, while CSK managed a comfortable victory by 9 wickets against MI.
- Most Ties: 2
- Total 200+ Scores: 11
- Highest Total: 228 (DC vs KKR)
- Lowest Total: 84 (KKR vs RCB)
Top Run Scorers of the Season
Leading the chart is Lokesh Rahul from KXIP with a phenomenal 670 runs. Not far behind are other talented players:
- Lokesh Rahul (KXIP) - 670 runs
- Shikhar Dhawan (DC) - 618 runs
- David Warner (SRH) - 548 runs
- Ishan Kishan (MI) - 516 runs
- Quinton de Kock (MI) - 503 runs
Rahul's consistency at the crease is remarkable, as he also leads in another category, having faced 518 balls, the highest among all players this season.
Impressive Bowling Performances
On the bowling front, Kagiso Rabada from DC has emerged as the leading wicket-taker with 30 wickets. Notable bowlers include:
- Kagiso Rabada (DC) - 30 wickets
- Jasprit Bumrah (MI) - 27 wickets
- Trent Boult (MI) - 25 wickets
The best bowling figures of the season belong to Varun Chakravarthy from KKR, who took an exceptional 5 wickets for just 20 runs in one match.
Power-Hitters and Boundary Scorers
Among the most notable performances, Ishan Kishan has hit the most sixes, totaling 30, establishing himself as a dangerous hitter. He is closely followed by Sanju Samson at 26 sixes.
- Most Sixes:
- Ishan Kishan (MI) - 30
- Sanju Samson (RR) - 26
- Nicholas Pooran (KXIP) - 25
In terms of fours, Shikhar Dhawan has hit 67, leading the statistics in this department.
Conclusion: A Season to Remember
This cricket season has had it all—record-setting performances, thrilling matches, and players leaving fans in awe. As we look forward to the remaining matches, cricket enthusiasts can expect more fireworks as players vie for individual accolades and team triumphs.
Stay tuned for continuous updates and analysis as the season progresses!
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