IPL 2024: Most runs and Most wickets after Match 35, DC vs SRH

In the electrifying world of the Indian Premier League (IPL), where every match is a spectacle, two prestigious awards stand out: the Orange Cap and the Purple Cap. These caps are not just accessories; they symbolize excellence in batting and bowling. Let’s delve deeper into the journey of the top contenders for these coveted awards in IPL 2024.

Most Runs in IPL 2024

Leading the charge in the race for the Orange Cap is none other than Virat Kohli, the ace batter of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). With 361 runs in 7 games, Kohli has showcased his unparalleled batting prowess, averaging 90.25 with a staggering strike rate of 147.95.

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Representing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Travis Head has been a revelation in IPL 2024. His explosive batting style has left opposition bowlers in awe. He has accumulated 324 runs in six games at an impressive average of 54.00 and a remarkable strike rate of 216.00.

Young and talented Riyan Parag has been a standout performer for Rajasthan Royals (RR). Batting at the crucial number four spot, Parag has amassed 318 runs at an astonishing average of 63.6 and a striking rate of 161.42, making him a serious contender for the Orange Cap.

Mumbai Indians (MI) captain Rohit Sharma continues to dazzle with his batting prowess. Despite a few setbacks, Sharma has accumulated 297 runs in the season, with an average of 49.5 and a strike rate of 164.09, proving his mettle as one of the finest batters in the tournament.

Leading Punjab Kings (PBKS) from the front, KL Rahul has been a pillar of consistency with the bat. With 281 runs in seven games, Rahul has showcased his class, maintaining a strike rate of 142.63 and an average of 46.83, solidifying his position as a top contender for the Orange Cap.

IPL 2024: Orange Cap Holder

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	Travis Head	SRH	324	6	150	54	102	216	39	18	1	2
3	Riyan Parag	RR	318	7	197	63.6	84	161.42	22	20	—	3
4	Rohit Sharma	MI	297	7	181	49.5	105	164.09	30	18	1	—
5	KL Rahul	LSG	286	7	200	40.86	82	143	25	11	—	2

Most Wicket takers in IPL 2024

Leading the pack in the race for the Purple Cap is Mumbai Indians’ ace pacer, Jasprit Bumrah. With 13 wickets in seven games, Bumrah has been lethal with his yorkers and variations, proving to be a nightmare for opposition batters.

Rajasthan Royals’ spin maestro, Yuzvendra Chahal, has been weaving magic with his leg spinners. With 12 wickets in seven games, Chahal has been instrumental in dismantling opposition batting line-ups with his guile and precision.

Another key player for Mumbai Indians, Gerald Coetzee, has been making waves with his wicket-taking abilities. With crucial scalps to his name, Coetzee finds himself among the top contenders for the Purple Cap, showcasing his value to the team.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) Mustafizur Rahman has consistently performed with the ball. Climbing up the ranks with 11 wickets, Rahman’s deceptive variations have troubled even the best of batters, making him a formidable force in the tournament.

Delhi Capitals’ (DC) left-arm pacer, Khaleel Ahmed, has been a revelation in IPL 2024. With 10 wickets in seven games, Ahmed’s ability to strike early blows and contain runs has been crucial for his team’s success.

IPL 2024: Purple Cap Holder

No	Bowler	Team	Wkts	Mat	Ovs	BBI	Balls	Avg	Ecn	R	4-Fers	5-Fers
1	Jasprit Bumrah	MI	13	7	28	5/21	168	12.85	5.96	167	—	1
2	Yuzvendra Chahal	RR	12	7	26	3/11	156	18.08	8.35	217	—	—
3	Gerald Coetzee	MI	12	7	26.3	4/34	159	21.92	9.92	263	1	—
4	Mustafizur Rahman	CSK	11	6	24	4/29	144	20.55	9.42	226	1	—
5	Kuldeep Yadav	DC	10	5	20	4/55	120	15.2	7.6	152	1