IPL 2023
IPL 2023 will be remembered for its explosive batting and strategic brilliance. Chennai Super Kings claimed the title in a season that saw 1124 sixes cleared out of the park and 12 centuries scored.
Chennai Super Kings
Batting Brilliance
The battle for the Orange Cap was intense, with Shubman Gill eventually claiming the honor with 890 runs. The season saw batters dominate, hitting a total of 12 centuries and 141 half-centuries. Shubman Gill produced the innings of the tournament with a magnificent 129 off just 63 balls.
| Player | Runs | Inns | SR | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shubman Gill | 885 | 30 | 158.04 | 33 |
| F du Plessis | 728 | 24 | 154.24 | 36 |
| DP Conway | 671 | 22 | 140.08 | 18 |
| V Kohli | 639 | 21 | 139.82 | 16 |
| YBK Jaiswal | 619 | 21 | 162.47 | 25 |
Bowling Mastery
On the bowling front, MM Sharma was the standout performer, taking home the Purple Cap with 31 wickets. Spinners and pacers alike found their moments, contributing to a total of 916 wickets falling throughout the tournament.
| Player | Wickets | Econ | Balls |
|---|---|---|---|
| MM Sharma | 31 | 0.58 | 31 |
| Mohammed Shami | 28 | 0.00 | 28 |
| Rashid Khan | 28 | 0.00 | 28 |
| TU Deshpande | 24 | 0.50 | 24 |
| M Pathirana | 23 | 0.27 | 22 |
Season Highlights
The season featured 1124 maximums and 2175 boundaries, entertaining crowds across all venues. From nail-biting finishes to dominant team performances, IPL 2023 added another thrilling chapter to the league's history.