Race for the Orange Cap Intensifies
Impact of the Double Header
The doubleheader on March 31 in IPL 2024 witnessed significant changes in the race for the Orange Cap, the prestigious award for the highest run-scorer in the tournament. With Gujarat Titans defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals emerging victorious against Chennai Super Kings, the top 5 contenders for the Orange Cap experienced alterations in their positions.
Current Standings
After 13 matches in the 17th season of IPL, Virat Kohli from Royal Challengers Bengaluru continues to lead the race for the Orange Cap with an impressive tally of 181 runs. Following closely is Hyderabad’s Heinrich Klaasen, who strengthened his second position with a contribution of 24 runs against Gujarat. Punjab’s captain Shikhar Dhawan maintains his third position, while Delhi’s opener David Warner climbed up to the fourth spot after scoring 52 runs against Chennai. Rajasthan’s emerging batsman Riyan Parag holds the fifth position in the race.
Orange Cap Contenders
The top 5 batsmen vying for the Orange have showcased their prowess with at least 120+ runs each. Virat Kohli stands out as the frontrunner, having amassed 181 runs in 3 matches. Heinrich Klaasen closely follows with 167 runs in 3 matches, displaying remarkable consistency. Shikhar Dhawan, David Warner, and Riyan Parag complete the list, with notable contributions to their respective teams’ batting line-ups.
Orange Cap Leaderboard
| Player | Matches Played | Strike Rate | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 3 | 141.40 | 181 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | 3 | 219.73 | 167 |
| Shikhar Dhawan | 3 | 133.00 | 137 |
| David Warner | 3 | 144.44 | 130 |
| Riyan Parag | 2 | 171.62 | 127 |
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