IPL 2024: Most runs and Most wickets after Match 67, MI vs LSG - Cricket Winner

IPL 2024 has witnessed thrilling cricketing action, with players showcasing their skills on the grand stage. As the tournament progresses, the race for the Orange and Purple Caps intensifies, highlighting individual brilliance amidst team efforts.

IPL 2024: Most Runs

Virat Kohli, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) icon, continues to showcase his class with the bat. Despite not scoring big against the Delhi Capitals, his quickfire 13-ball 27, striking at 207, was a testament to his ability to accelerate the innings. Kohli has amassed 661 runs in 13 matches, making him the top contender for the Orange Cap.

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The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) skipper, Ruturaj Gaikwad, has played several match-winning knocks this season. His performance against the Royals, where he scored 42 off 41 balls, was crucial in helping CSK secure a 5-wicket victory. Gaikwad has scored 583 runs in 13 matches, placing him next to Kohli in the list of highest run-getters.

Australian batter Travis Head has made his mark in the IPL with his explosive hitting. Boasting a strike rate of just above 200, Head has been a force to reckon with this season. He has scored 533 runs in 11 matches, consistently providing his team with quick starts and match-winning contributions.

Riyan Parag, the young sensation from Rajasthan Royals, has been a revelation this season. His remarkable performance has catapulted him into the top five run-getters of the tournament. With 531 runs in 13 matches, Parag has shown maturity and skill beyond his years.

Sai Sudharsan, the young left-hander from Gujarat, has been a crucial cog in his team’s batting order. His century against the defending champions in Ahmedabad was a standout performance. Sudharsan has scored 527 runs in 12 matches, making him one of the top five run-scorers this season.

IPL 2024: Orange Cap

No	Player	Team	R	Mat	BF	Avg	H.S	SR	4s	6s	100s	50s
1	Virat Kohli	RCB	661	13	426	66.1	113	155.16	56	33	1	5
2	Ruturaj Gaikwad	CSK	583	13	412	58.3	108	141.5	58	18	1	4
3	Travis Head	SRH	533	11	264	53.3	102	201.89	61	31	1	4
4	Riyan Parag	RR	531	13	348	59	84	152.59	38	31	—	4
5	Sai Sudharsan	GT	527	12	373	47.91	103	141.29	48	16	1	2

IPL 2024: Most Wickets

Harshal Patel, representing Punjab Kings, was the first bowler to reach the 20-wicket mark this season. His improved game, especially in the death overs, has been impressive. Patel has 22 wickets in 13 matches, making him the leading wicket-taker.

Jasprit Bumrah, the ace bowler for Mumbai Indians, continues to dominate the wicket-takers list in IPL 2024. His performance against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) was another example of why he is one of the most feared bowlers in the tournament. Bumrah has bagged 20 wickets in 13 matches.

Varun Chakravarthy, Kolkata Knight Riders’ mystery spinner, had a shaky start, but his persistence has paid off. He now ranks among the top wicket-takers with 18 wickets in 12 matches. Chakravarthy’s ability to deceive batters has been crucial for KKR.

Yuzvendra Chahal, known for his clever leg-spin, has consistently troubled batters with his flight and guile. Chahal has taken 17 wickets in 13 games, with a standout performance against Punjab Kings, where he returned figures of 2 for 30.

Khaleel Ahmed, the left-arm pacer for Delhi Capitals, has been pivotal in his team’s bowling attack. His two crucial wickets against Royal Challengers Bangalore took his tally to 17 scalps this season, placing him fifth on the table.

IPL 2024: Purple Cap

No	Bowler	Team	Wkts	Mat	Ovs	BBI	Balls	Avg	Ecn	R	4-Fers	5-Fers
1	Harshal Patel	PBKS	22	13	45	3/15	270	19.45	9.51	428	—	—
2	Jasprit Bumrah	MI	20	13	51.5	5/21	311	16.8	6.48	336	—	1
3	Varun Chakravarthy	KKR	18	12	44	3/16	264	20.39	8.34	367	—	—
4	Yuzvendra Chahal	RR	17	13	50	3/11	300	27.59	9.38	469	—	—
5	Khaleel Ahmed	DC	17	14	50	2/21	300	28.18	9.58	479	—