IPL 2024 Orange Cap And Purple Cap Standings Post MI vs CSK Encounter
IPL 2024 Orange Cap Update: Despite Virat Kohli’s consistent performance, Mumbai Indians’ opener, Rohit Sharma, surged into the top-5 after his outstanding century against CSK.
Top 5: Leading Run-Getters and Wicket-Takers
Despite Rohit Sharma’s unbeaten 105, Mumbai Indians succumbed to a 20-run defeat against Chennai Super Kings at Wankhede Stadium. A scintillating display from MS Dhoni, who scored 20 runs off just four balls, propelled CSK to a formidable total of 206 for four. Despite Rohit’s heroic efforts, Mumbai Indians fell short, finishing at 186 for six.
Rohit’s innings, comprising 11 fours and five sixes, marked only his second IPL century and first since 2012. However, despite his exceptional performance, Mumbai Indians couldn’t secure a victory, leading to their fourth loss in six matches, leaving them in the eighth position on the points table.
Top 5 Batsmen in IPL 2024 Orange Cap Standings
| POSITION | PLAYER | MATCHES | RUNS | AVERAGE | STRIKE RATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virat Kohli (RCB) | 6 | 319 | 79.75 | 141.77 |
| 2 | Riyan Parag (RR) | 4 | 284 | 71 | 155.18 |
| 3 | Sanju Samson (RR) | 4 | 264 | 66 | 155.29 |
| 4 | Rohit Sharma (MI) | 6 | 261 | 52.20 | 169.3 |
| 5 | Shubman Gill (GT) | 5 | 255 | 51 | 151.78 |
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Earlier in the day, Kolkata Knight Riders commenced their five-match home stint with a dominant eight-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. Opting to bowl first, KKR restricted LSG to 161/7. Salt’s unbeaten 89 off 47 balls, complemented by Shreyas Iyer’s run-a-ball 38, ensured KKR chased down the target of 162 with 26 balls to spare.