IPL 2024: Yuzvendra Chahal leads the race for Purple Cap, took so many wickets in 4 matches
In IPL 2024, the competition for both the Purple Cap and the Orange Cap is heating up, with standout performances from bowlers and batsmen alike.
Purple Cap Race:
- Rajasthan Royals' leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has surged ahead in the race for the Purple Cap after the first 19 matches.
- Chahal's stellar performance against Royal Challengers Bangalore saw him claim 2 wickets while conceding 34 runs in his 4 overs.
- With this, Chahal has now taken 8 wickets in 4 matches, establishing himself as the leading wicket-taker so far in the tournament.
- Following closely behind Chahal are Mohit Sharma and Mustafizur Rahman, with 7 wickets each in 4 and 3 matches respectively.
Top Wicket-takers in IPL 2024:
- Yuzvendra Chahal - 8 wickets in 4 matches
- Mohit Sharma - 7 wickets in 4 matches
- Mustafizur Rahman - 7 wickets in 3 matches
- Mayank Yadav - 6 wickets in 2 matches
- Khaleel Ahmed - 6 wickets in 4 matches
Orange Cap Dominance:
- Virat Kohli continues to dominate the race for the Orange Cap, showcasing exceptional batting form throughout the tournament.
- Kohli has amassed a total of 316 runs in 5 matches at an impressive average of 105.33, including 2 half-centuries and 1 century.
- He maintains a considerable lead over the other contenders, firmly establishing himself as the top run-scorer.
- Riyan Parag, Sanju Samson, Heinrich Klaasen, and Shubman Gill follow Kohli in the list of top run-scorers.
Top Run-scorers in IPL 2024:
- Virat Kohli - 316 runs in 5 matches
- Riyan Parag - 185 runs in 4 matches
- Sanju Samson - 178 runs in 4 matches
- Heinrich Klaasen - 177 runs in 4 matches
- Shubman Gill - 164 runs in 4 matches
As the tournament progresses, fans can expect the competition for both the Purple Cap and the Orange Cap to intensify, with players vying for individual accolades while contributing to their team's success in IPL 2024.