With the 17th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) nearing its halfway point, The Indian Express looks at the top performers from each franchise who have done exceptionally well for their respective teams.
Rajasthan Royals
Riyan Parag
Riyan Parag has contributed significantly to the Rajasthan Royals’ current position at the top of the points table. The 22-year-old has been a revelation in this year’s edition, currently ranked second in the Orange Cap race behind his idol Virat Kohli.
Matches: 7, Innings: 7, Not out: 2, Runs: 318, Highest Score: 84*, Strike Rate: 161.42, 50s: 3
Kolkata Knight Riders
Sunil Narine
Sunil Narine has looked different since Gautam Gambhir rejoined the KKR coaching staff. The veteran has regained his mojo with both the bat and the ball.
Matches: 6, Innings: 6: Not Out: 0, Runs: 276, Highest Score: 109, Strike Rate: 187.75, 100s: 1, 50s:1; Wickets: 7, Economy Rate: 6.87
Chennai Super Kings
Shivam Dube
Shivam Dube, a Mumbai all-rounder, has found new life with the Chennai Super Kings. The southpaw played an important role in CSK’s title-winning campaign last year, and he is doing so again this season.
Matches: 6, Innings:6, Not out: 2, Runs: 242, Highest Score: 66*, Strike Rate: 163.51, 50s: 2
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Pat Cummins
The Australian captain fresh from his triumph in the ODI World Cup has inspired the inconsistent Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Matches: 6, Innings: 6, Wickets: 9, Economy Rate: 7.87
Lucknow Super Giants
Mayank Yadav
Young pace sensation. Mayank Yadav had to sit out the last two games due to a lower abdominal strain sustained after only playing two and a quarter games. However, he has impressed everyone with his rockets.
Matches: 3, Innings: 3, Wickets: 6, Economy Rate: 6.00
Delhi Capitals
Rishabh Pant
The wicketkeeper-batsman is back among the runs after suffering a life-threatening injury and has also looked fluid behind the stumps.
Matches: 17, Innings: 7, Not Out: 1, Runs: 210, Highest Score: 55, Strike Rate: 156.71, 50s: 2
Mumbai Indians
Jasprit Bumrah
There is no stopping Jaspirt Bumrah in the IPL 2024. Bumrah is currently leading the Purple Cap race
Matches: 7, Innings: 7, Wickets: 13, Economy Rate: 5.96
Gujarat Titans
Shubman Gill
Gujarat Titans have struggled this season, but their captain, Shubman Gill, has been their lone bright spot.
Matches: 7, Innings: 7, Runs: 263, Strike Rate: 151.14, 50s: 2
Punjab Kings
Ashutosh Sharma
Ashutosh Sharma has been one of the IPL’s most impactful players this season, often making devastating cameos. Whereas batsmen typically tense up, Ashutosh exudes a sense of complete enjoyment, at least on the outside.
Matches: 4, Innings: 4, Not Out: 1, Runs: 156, Highest Score: 61, Strike Rate: 205.26
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Virat Kohli
There is one striking resemblance between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Virat Kohli. The team is at the bottom, with Kohli once again leading the run charts.
Matches: 7, Innings: 7, Not Out: 2, Runs: 361, Strike Rate: 147.34, 100s: 1, 50s: 2
