As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season progresses, the excitement isn’t just about the matches, but also about the individual brilliance showcased by the players. Among these, the race for the Orange and Purple Caps holds a unique allure, pitting batsmen and bowlers in a season-long duel to top the charts.

Orange Cap Holder in IPL 2024

Virat Kohli, the ace Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) batter, continues to dominate, amassing 361 runs in just 7 games. His stunning average of 90.25 and a strike rate of 147.95 are testaments to his enduring class and formidable form this season.

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Following Kohli, Riyan Parag of the Rajasthan Royals has been a revelation this season. With 318 runs from the same number of games, Parag boasts an average of 71 and a strike rate of 155.18, signaling his arrival among the elites of the cricketing world.

KKR’s all-rounder Sunil Narine has turned heads with his aggressive batting style. His monumental 109 off 56 in a crucial match is part of his total 276 runs, placing him third in the run for the Orange Cap. His performance has been a game-changer for KKR this season.

Sanju Samson and Rohit Sharma have also been noteworthy, with consistent performances under their belts. Samson, with 276 runs and three half-centuries, and Sharma, who recently scored a brilliant 105 against CSK, are critical for their teams’ fortunes.

IPL 2024 Most Runs

No	Player	Team	R	Mat	BF	Avg	H.S	SR	4s	6s	100s	50s
1	Virat Kohli	RCB	361	7	245	72.2	113	147.35	35	14	1	2
2	Riyan Parag	RR	318	7	197	63.6	84	161.42	22	20	—	3
3	Sunil Narine	KKR	276	6	147	46	109	187.76	26	20	1	1
4	Sanju Samson	RR	276	7	178	55.2	82	155.06	27	11	—	3
5	Rohit Sharma	MI	261	6	156	52.2	105	167.31	28	15	1	–

Purple Cap Holder in IPL 2024

The leg-spinner from Rajasthan Royals, Yuzvendra Chahal, has captured the Purple Cap with 12 wickets. His strategic bowling at crucial junctures has been vital for his team.

Jasprit Bumrah of the Mumbai Indians, with 10 wickets, continues to be a significant threat with his yorkers and sharp bouncers, making him a tough opponent to face. Mustafizur Rahman has 10 wickets in 5 matches, and he is in third place in this race. 

Pat Cummins has been pivotal for their teams, with nine wickets. His ability to execute plans and deliver in pressure situations has earned him spots among the top bowlers this season.

Kagiso Rabada, known for his speed and accuracy, has been instrumental with his 9 wickets for Delhi Capitals, showcasing his ability to break partnerships and tilt matches in his team’s favor.

IPL 2024 Top Wicket Takers

No	Bowler	Team	Wkts	Mat	Ovs	BBI	Balls	Avg	Ecn	R	4-Fers	5-Fers
1	Yuzvendra Chahal	RR	12	7	26	3/11	156	18.08	8.35	217	—	—
2	Jasprit Bumrah	MI	10	6	24	5/21	144	14.6	6.08	146	—	1
3	Mustafizur Rahman	CSK	10	5	20	4/29	120	18.3	9.15	183	1	—
4	Pat Cummins	SRH	9	6	24	3/43	144	21	7.88	189	—	—
5	Kagiso Rabada	PBKS	9	6	24	2/18	144	21.22	7.96	191	—