IPL 2021
IPL 2021 will be remembered for its explosive batting and strategic brilliance. Chennai Super Kings claimed the title in a season that saw 687 sixes cleared out of the park and 4 centuries scored.
Chennai Super Kings
Batting Brilliance
The battle for the Orange Cap was intense, with RD Gaikwad eventually claiming the honor with 635 runs. The season saw batters dominate, hitting a total of 4 centuries and 89 half-centuries. JC Buttler produced the innings of the tournament with a magnificent 124 off just 69 balls.
| Player | Runs | Inns | SR | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F du Plessis | 632 | 21 | 138.60 | 23 |
| RD Gaikwad | 632 | 21 | 136.80 | 23 |
| KL Rahul | 626 | 21 | 139.11 | 30 |
| S Dhawan | 587 | 20 | 124.63 | 16 |
| GJ Maxwell | 513 | 17 | 144.92 | 21 |
Bowling Mastery
On the bowling front, HV Patel was the standout performer, taking home the Purple Cap with 35 wickets. Spinners and pacers alike found their moments, contributing to a total of 717 wickets falling throughout the tournament.
| Player | Wickets | Econ | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| HV Patel | 35 | 0.17 | 35 |
| Avesh Khan | 27 | 0.44 | 27 |
| JJ Bumrah | 22 | 0.00 | 22 |
| SN Thakur | 22 | 0.27 | 22 |
| CV Varun | 20 | 0.30 | 20 |
Season Highlights
The season featured 687 maximums and 1551 boundaries, entertaining crowds across all venues. From nail-biting finishes to dominant team performances, IPL 2021 added another thrilling chapter to the league's history.