IPL 2024: MI vs. RCB: Virat Kohli is leading the purple cap leader-board with 319 runs, while Jasprit Bumrah of MI, after a spectacular 5-wicket haul in the ongoing MI vs. RCB match, has clinched the top spot with ten wickets from five games for the purple cap race.
| April 12, 2024 at 12:20 AM
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a spectacle of cricketing prowess, where the clash of titans is not just about team victories but also individual glories. Among the most sought-after individual honors are the Orange and Purple Caps, awarded to the tournament’s highest run-scorer and leading wicket-taker, respectively.
The Orange Cap is not just a piece of headgear; it’s a crown that adorns the best of the batting world in IPL. It’s a testament to consistency, skill, and the ability to withstand pressure. As of the latest clashes, particularly after the high-octane MI vs RCB match, the leaderboard has seen significant shuffling.
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Playing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Virat Kohli has been a force to reckon with. Amassing a total of 319 runs, Kohli has not only enthralled the audience with his masterclass innings but also secured the Orange Cap. Riyan Parag, with his remarkable 68 runs off 44 balls against GT, has propelled himself to the second spot, holding 254 runs.
Not far behind is Shubhman Gill, whose 72 runs off 44 balls in the same match have brought his tally to 255 runs, securing the third spot. Sanju Samson and Sai Sudarshan have also made their mark in the quest for the Orange Cap. Samson, the RR skipper, climbed to the fourth spot with 246 runs after a stellar 68 runs off 38 balls against GT. Sudarshan, holding the fifth spot with 226 runs, has proven his worth with every inning, adding depth to the batting line-up.
No | Player | Team | R | Mat | BF | Avg | H.S | SR | 4s | 6s | 100s | 50s |
1 | Virat Kohli | RCB | 319 | 6 | 225 | 79.75 | 113 | 141.78 | 29 | 12 | 1 | 2 |
2 | Riyan Parag | RR | 261 | 5 | 165 | 87 | 84 | 158.18 | 17 | 17 | — | 3 |
3 | Shubman Gill | GT | 255 | 6 | 168 | 51 | 89 | 151.79 | 19 | 9 | — | 2 |
4 | Sanju Samson | RR | 246 | 5 | 156 | 82 | 82 | 157.69 | 24 | 10 | — | 3 |
5 | Sai Sudharsan | GT | 226 | 6 | 177 | 37.67 | 45 | 127.68 | 23 | 3 | — | — |
While the batters fight their duel for the Orange Cap, the bowlers are not far behind in their quest for the Purple Cap. This cap is a bowler’s badge of honor, representing their prowess in taking crucial wickets and turning the game on its head.
Leading the pack is Jasprit Bumrah of MI, who, after a spectacular 5-wicket haul in the ongoing MI vs RCB match, has clinched the top spot with ten wickets from five games. Bumrah’s spellbinding performance has been a masterclass in bowling, combining pace, accuracy, and variations to outfox the best in the business.
The competition is fierce, with Yuzvendra Chahal, Mustafizur Rahman, Arshdeep Singh, and Mohit Sharma making significant impacts. Chahal, known for his guile and spin, has dropped to the second spot with 10 wickets, with Rahman ( 9 wickets) and Singh( 8 wickets) closely following. Sharma, holding the fifth spot with 8 wickets, showcases the depth of bowling talent in IPL 2024.
No | Bowler | Team | Wkts | Mat | Ovs | BBI | Balls | Avg | Ecn | R | 4-Fers | 5-Fers |
1 | Jasprit Bumrah | MI | 10 | 5 | 20 | 5/21 | 120 | 11.9 | 5.95 | 119 | — | 1 |
2 | Yuzvendra Chahal | RR | 10 | 5 | 18 | 3/11 | 108 | 13.2 | 7.33 | 132 | — | — |
3 | Mustafizur Rahman | CSK | 9 | 4 | 16 | 4/29 | 96 | 14.22 | 8 | 128 | 1 | — |
4 | Arshdeep Singh | PBKS | 8 | 5 | 18.2 | 4/29 | 110 | 20 | 8.73 | 160 | 1 | — |
5 | Mohit Sharma | GT | 8 | 6 | 23 | 3/25 | 138 | 27 | 9.39 | 216 | — |
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