IPL 2024 | A look at top run-getters in the history of IPL
IPL 2024 | The 2024 Indian Premier League- one of the most popular and lucrative cricket leagues in the world with its fast-paced format, entertainment value, and commercial success, attracting millions of fans both in India and around the globe is set to captivate audiences and reaffirm its status as one of the premier T20 leagues in the world.
The 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is all set to kick start on Friday where defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will be locking horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on Friday at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
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As the cricketing carnival unfolds, enthusiasts are ready for yet another thrilling season of boundary-breaking performances, nail-biting finishes, and unforgettable cricketing moments, let’s take a look at the top run-getters in the history of IPL.
Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli, the former captain of the Indian cricket team, holds the record for the highest number of runs scored in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Kohli has amassed 7263 runs in 237 matches at an average of 37.24 and a strike rate of 130.02, with a highest score of 113.
Shikhar Dhawan
Star India opener Shikhar Dhawan is second on the list. He scored 6617 runs in 217 matches at an average of 35.38 and a strike rate of 127.17, with an unbeaten highest score of 106.
David Warner
David Warner, renowned as one of the world's best batters, occupies the third position on the list. He has accumulated 6397 runs in 176 matches at an impressive average of 41.53 and a remarkable strike rate of 139.91, with his highest score being 126.
Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma, the captain of the Mumbai Indians franchise and the Indian national team, stands fourth with 6211 runs in 243 matches. Sharma's highest score in the IPL is an unbeaten 109.
Suresh Raina
Suresh Raina, a former middle-order batsman for India, holds the fifth position with 5528 runs in 205 matches. Raina has maintained an average of 32.51 and a strike rate of 136.73, with a highest score of 100 not out during his IPL career.
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