The 2015 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) was full of thrilling moments and some outstanding performances from various players. Here’s a look at the top players of the tournament:
- Andre Russell (Kolkata Knight Riders) Andre Russell had a sensational season for Kolkata Knight Riders, scoring 326 runs in 13 matches at an average of 36.22 and a strike rate of 192.89. Russell also picked up 14 wickets with the ball at an economy rate of 7.88. His all-round abilities were crucial for KKR, and he played a significant role in guiding the team to the playoffs.
- AB de Villiers (Royal Challengers Bangalore) AB de Villiers had a fantastic season for Royal Challengers Bangalore, scoring 513 runs in 16 matches at an average of 46.63 and a strike rate of 175.44. de Villiers’ ability to score runs quickly and hit big sixes was crucial for RCB, and he played some match-winning innings for his team.
- David Warner (Sunrisers Hyderabad) David Warner had a great season for Sunrisers Hyderabad, scoring 562 runs in 14 matches at an average of 43.23 and a strike rate of 156.54. His consistency at the top of the order was crucial for SRH, and he played some match-winning innings for his team.
- Shreyas Iyer (Delhi Daredevils) Shreyas Iyer had a breakout season for Delhi Daredevils, scoring 439 runs in 14 matches at an average of 33.76 and a strike rate of 128.36. Iyer’s ability to score runs quickly and play long innings was crucial for DD, and he played some match-winning innings for his team.
- Ajinkya Rahane (Rajasthan Royals) Ajinkya Rahane had a consistent season for Rajasthan Royals, finishing as the second-highest run-scorer in the tournament with 540 runs in 14 matches at an average of 45.00 and a strike rate of 130.75. Rahane’s ability to score runs quickly and play long innings was crucial for RR, and he played some match-winning innings for his team.
Overall, the 2015 edition of the IPL saw some outstanding performances from both batsmen and bowlers, and the top performers played a significant role in guiding their teams to the playoffs and beyond. It will be interesting to see if these players can carry their form into the upcoming 2021 edition.