IPL 2016
A season of records and drama, IPL 2016 concluded with Sunrisers Hyderabad lifting the trophy. The tournament showcased the best of T20 cricket across 60 games, with fans treated to 18862 runs in total.
Sunrisers Hyderabad
Batting Brilliance
The battle for the Orange Cap was intense, with V Kohli eventually claiming the honor with 973 runs. The season saw batters dominate, hitting a total of 7 centuries and 110 half-centuries. AB de Villiers produced the innings of the tournament with a magnificent 129 off just 53 balls.
| Player | Runs | Inns | SR | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V Kohli | 966 | 32 | 151.65 | 37 |
| DA Warner | 844 | 28 | 151.25 | 31 |
| AB de Villiers | 682 | 23 | 168.40 | 37 |
| G Gambhir | 501 | 17 | 121.90 | 6 |
| S Dhawan | 497 | 17 | 116.39 | 8 |
Bowling Mastery
On the bowling front, B Kumar was the standout performer, taking home the Purple Cap with 24 wickets. Spinners and pacers alike found their moments, contributing to a total of 666 wickets falling throughout the tournament.
| Player | Wickets | Econ | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Kumar | 24 | 0.00 | 24 |
| SR Watson | 23 | 0.52 | 23 |
| YS Chahal | 22 | 0.29 | 21 |
| DS Kulkarni | 20 | 0.00 | 20 |
| Sandeep Sharma | 19 | 0.32 | 19 |
Season Highlights
The season featured 639 maximums and 1633 boundaries, entertaining crowds across all venues. From nail-biting finishes to dominant team performances, IPL 2016 added another thrilling chapter to the league's history.