IPL 2024: Most runs and Most wickets after Match 68, RCB vs CSK

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: Top Run-Scorers

Virat Kohli, the stalwart of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), continues to dominate the batting charts. Although he couldn’t score big against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) recently, his quickfire 47 off 29 balls was a testament to his prowess. Kohli has amassed a remarkable 708 runs in 14 matches, reaffirming his status as one of the most incredible batters in the history of the IPL.

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Despite facing a setback with another duck against RCB, Ruturaj Gaikwad, the captain of CSK, stands second on the list of highest run-getters this season. Gaikwad has scored 583 runs in 14 matches, showcasing his consistency and skill as a top-order batsman.

The Australian batter Travis Head has significantly impacted the IPL with his explosive hitting. Boasting a strike rate just above 200, Head has scored 533 runs in 11 matches, making him one of the most formidable batters in the tournament.

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, making him a key player for his team.

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	708	14	455	64.36	113	155.6	59	37	1	5
2	Ruturaj Gaikwad	CSK	583	14	413	53	108	141.16	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 season’s leading wicket-taker.

Jasprit Bumrah, Mumbai Indians’ ace bowler, 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, showcasing his lethal bowling skills.

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

Tushar Deshpande: Tushar makes his comeback in the purple cap list. He has 17 wickets in 13 games, averaging 24.94.

Known for his clever leg-spin, Yuzvendra Chahal 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.

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	Tushar Deshpande	CSK	17	13	48	4/27	288	24.94	8.83	424	1	—
5	Yuzvendra Chahal	RR	17	13	50	3/11	300	27.59	9.38	469	—