IPL 2014
IPL 2014 will be remembered for its explosive batting and strategic brilliance. Kolkata Knight Riders claimed the title in a season that saw 715 sixes cleared out of the park and 3 centuries scored.
Kolkata Knight Riders
Batting Brilliance
The battle for the Orange Cap was intense, with RV Uthappa eventually claiming the honor with 660 runs. The season saw batters dominate, hitting a total of 3 centuries and 91 half-centuries. V Sehwag produced the innings of the tournament with a magnificent 122 off just 62 balls.
| Player | Runs | Inns | SR | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RV Uthappa | 659 | 22 | 137.87 | 18 |
| DR Smith | 565 | 19 | 136.14 | 34 |
| GJ Maxwell | 552 | 18 | 189.69 | 36 |
| DA Warner | 528 | 18 | 142.32 | 24 |
| SK Raina | 519 | 17 | 145.38 | 19 |
Bowling Mastery
On the bowling front, MM Sharma was the standout performer, taking home the Purple Cap with 26 wickets. Spinners and pacers alike found their moments, contributing to a total of 674 wickets falling throughout the tournament.
| Player | Wickets | Econ | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| MM Sharma | 26 | 0.46 | 26 |
| SP Narine | 22 | 0.27 | 22 |
| B Kumar | 21 | 0.00 | 21 |
| RA Jadeja | 20 | 0.00 | 20 |
| AR Patel | 19 | 0.32 | 19 |
Season Highlights
The season featured 715 maximums and 1563 boundaries, entertaining crowds across all venues. From nail-biting finishes to dominant team performances, IPL 2014 added another thrilling chapter to the league's history.