Orange Cap and Purple Cap Rankings After SRH vs RCB: After a thrilling match, the 30th IPL 2024 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is now over. The races for the Orange Cap, which goes to the highest run scorer, and Purple Cap, which goes to the best wicket-taker, are still going strong even though SRH came out on top and established their place in the top 4. After this thrilling face,.
let’s explore the contenders and look at the current standings
Top Orange Cap and Purple Cap Rankings After SRH vs RCB
Batsman | Run | Bowlers | Wickets |
Virat Kohli (RCB) | 361 | Yuzvendra Chahal | 11 |
Riyan Parag (RR) | 284 | Jasprit Bumrah | 10 |
Sanju Samson (RR) | 264 | Mustafizur Rahman | 10 |
Rohit Sharma (MI) | 261 | Kagiso Rabada | 9 |
Shubman Gill (GT) | 255 | Khaleel Ahmed | 9 |
Heinrich Klaasen (SRH) | 253 | ||
Shivam Dube (CSK) | 242 | ||
Travis Head (SRH) | 235 | ||
Faf du Plessis (RCB) | 232 | ||
Dinesh Karthik (RCB) | 226 |
The Race Heats Up: Virat Kohli keeps his Grip on Orange Cap
Virat Kohli, the ever-present wonder, is still at the top of the run-scoring lists as well. Kohli’s amazing 20-ball, 42-run innings helped push him more ahead in the Orange Cap race despite RCB’s loss. With 7 matches left, he has scored a record-breaking 361 runs, showing his remarkable comeback to form.
Virat Kohli established himself from the rest of the chasing pack with his regular batting performances. Bowlers across the league are finding his experience and voraciousness for runs to be a nightmare. Is it possible for someone to take down Kohli’s running machine?
Rohit Sharma Returns as the Hitman, Into the Top 5
The return of their hero, Rohit Sharma, to form is a sight that Mumbai Indians fans are happy to see. After a slow start to the match, Sharma ultimately came through with a fantastic century against Punjab Kings. With 261 runs, this knock pushed him into the top 5 on the Orange Cap rankings.
Mumbai Indians can now breath with relief as Sharma has found his rhythm. Their chances of making the playoffs rest heavily on his direction and expertise at the top of the order. But Sharma will continue his comeback and advance farther up the ranks, which is anybody’s bet.
Purple Cap Race Leader Yuzvendra Chahal
Now let’s focus on the bowling attack, where Yuzvendra Chahal of the Rajasthan Royals is still working his magic. With 11 wickets to his name, Chahal leads the Purple Cap rankings thanks to his outstanding control & knack for taking important wickets.
He has become an essential part of the Royals’ bowling assault because of his expertise and familiarity with Indian pitches. The key to Rajasthan’s success this season has been Chahal’s skill to take wickets during critical moents.
Jasprit Bumrah Is Hidden From Purple cap race
Even though Chahal is the Purple Cap holder, Jasprit Bumrah, the Mumbai Indians’ speedster, poses a danger that should not be disregarded. With 10 wickets under his belt, Bumrah continues to show his dangerous bowling despite missing a few games due to injury.
Bumrah is a serious threat for the Purple Cap as soon as he returns to full fitness. Throughout the remaining periods, the battle between him and Chahal looks to be an exciting one.
Mustafizur Rahman: A Machine That Takes Out Wickets
Mustafizur Rahman, a left-arm pacer for the Chennai Super Kings, is another bowler who shouldn’t be treated easily. Despite having the same number of wickets (10) as Bumrah, he has a lead in the Purple Cap race thanks to his superb economy rate. He is an excellent match to CSK due to his ability to bowl tight lines and swing the new ball.