IPL 2013
IPL 2013 will be remembered for its explosive batting and strategic brilliance. Mumbai Indians claimed the title in a season that saw 681 sixes cleared out of the park and 4 centuries scored.
Mumbai Indians
Batting Brilliance
The battle for the Orange Cap was intense, with MEK Hussey eventually claiming the honor with 733 runs. The season saw batters dominate, hitting a total of 4 centuries and 99 half-centuries. CH Gayle produced the innings of the tournament with a magnificent 175 off just 69 balls.
| Player | Runs | Inns | SR | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEK Hussey | 732 | 24 | 129.56 | 17 |
| CH Gayle | 701 | 23 | 154.41 | 50 |
| V Kohli | 636 | 21 | 140.09 | 22 |
| SK Raina | 546 | 18 | 150.00 | 18 |
| SR Watson | 542 | 18 | 143.39 | 22 |
Bowling Mastery
On the bowling front, DJ Bravo was the standout performer, taking home the Purple Cap with 34 wickets. Spinners and pacers alike found their moments, contributing to a total of 912 wickets falling throughout the tournament.
| Player | Wickets | Econ | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| DJ Bravo | 34 | 0.18 | 34 |
| JP Faulkner | 33 | 0.36 | 33 |
| R Vinay Kumar | 27 | 0.22 | 27 |
| SP Narine | 26 | 0.00 | 26 |
| Harbhajan Singh | 25 | 0.00 | 25 |
Season Highlights
The season featured 681 maximums and 2054 boundaries, entertaining crowds across all venues. From nail-biting finishes to dominant team performances, IPL 2013 added another thrilling chapter to the league's history.