IPL 2024: Yuzvendra Chahal leads the race for Purple Cap, took so many wickets in 4 matches

Written by: Arjun Kapoor, Reviewed by: Sneha Reddy, Last Updated: April 23, 2024

In IPL 2024, the race for both the Purple Cap and Orange Cap has intensified after the first 19 matches, with Yuzvendra Chahal leading the charge for the Purple Cap and Virat Kohli dominating the race for the Orange Cap.

Purple Cap Race:

  • Yuzvendra Chahal, the leg spinner from Rajasthan Royals, has surged ahead in the race for the Purple Cap. He claimed 2 wickets for 34 runs in the match against Royal Challengers Bangalore, taking his tally to 8 wickets in 4 matches.
  • Mohit Sharma follows closely behind with 7 wickets in 4 matches, while Mustafizur Rahman is also in contention with 7 wickets in 3 matches.
  • Other notable bowlers include Mayank Yadav with 6 wickets in 2 matches and Khaleel Ahmed with 6 wickets in 4 matches.

Top Bowlers in IPL 2024:

  • Yuzvendra Chahal - 8 wickets in 4 matches
  • Mohit Sharma - 7 wickets in 4 matches
  • Mustafizur Rahman - 7 wickets in 3 matches
  • Mayank Yadav - 6 wickets in 2 matches
  • Khaleel Ahmed - 6 wickets in 4 matches

Orange Cap Race:

  • Virat Kohli continues his dominance in the race for the Orange Cap, leading the charts with 316 runs in 5 matches at an impressive average of 105.33.
  • Following Kohli closely are Riyan Parag with 185 runs in 4 matches and Sanju Samson with 178 runs in 4 matches.
  • Heinrich Klaasen occupies the fourth spot with 177 runs in 4 matches, while Shubman Gill rounds off the top five with 164 runs in 4 matches.

Top Batsmen in IPL 2024:

  • Virat Kohli - 316 runs in 5 matches
  • Riyan Parag - 185 runs in 4 matches
  • Sanju Samson - 178 runs in 4 matches
  • Heinrich Klaasen - 177 runs in 4 matches
  • Shubman Gill - 164 runs in 4 matches

With the competition heating up in both batting and bowling departments, fans can expect an exhilarating contest as the tournament progresses further.

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