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The race for the Orange Cap in IPL 2025 is getting more intense with each passing match, as top batsmen continue to dominate the tournament. After Match 15 between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), the leaderboard has undergone some interesting changes, with Nicholas Pooran of Lucknow Super Giants maintaining his position at the top.
Nicholas Pooran remains the leading run-scorer of the season so far, having amassed 201 runs in four matches at a staggering strike rate of 218.48. His aggressive batting and ability to clear the boundary with ease have made him one of the most dangerous batsmen in IPL 2025. Pooran’s ability to accelerate the innings and finish games has been crucial for Lucknow Super Giants. He has already smashed 16 sixes, which is the highest in the tournament so far, and his highest score of 75 reflects his consistency at the crease.
Following closely behind him is B Sai Sudharsan from Gujarat Titans, who has played three matches and scored 186 runs while maintaining an impressive strike rate of 157.63. His calm and composed approach to batting has been a key factor in Gujarat’s strong performances so far. His ability to hold the innings together while accelerating when needed makes him one of the standout players of the tournament.
Mitchell Marsh from Lucknow Super Giants has also been in sensational form, scoring 184 runs in four matches at an outstanding strike rate of 185.86. His attacking stroke play and ability to hit boundaries at will have made him a key player for Lucknow.
Mumbai Indians’ star batsman Suryakumar Yadav follows next with 171 runs in four matches at a strike rate of 161.32. His ability to play innovative shots and rotate the strike efficiently has made him an indispensable part of MI’s batting lineup.
Another batsman who has made his presence felt is Jos Buttler from Gujarat Titans, who has accumulated 166 runs in just three matches. His fearless approach at the crease has put opposition bowlers under pressure, and his strike rate of 172.92 highlights his attacking mindset.
Shreyas Iyer of Punjab Kings has emerged as one of the most explosive batsmen in IPL 2025, having played only two matches but already scoring 149 runs, including a stunning knock of 97 runs. His strike rate of 206.94 makes him one of the most aggressive batsmen in the league this season. If he continues at this rate, he could soon overtake others in the race for the Orange Cap.
Other notable performers include Travis Head of Hyderabad, who has scored 140 runs in four matches at a strike rate of 191.78, and Angkrish Raghuvanshi of Kolkata, who has accumulated 128 runs in four matches. Heinrich Klaasen from Hyderabad has also been impressive with 125 runs, while Ajinkya Rahane of Kolkata has contributed 123 runs in four matches.
With many matches still left in IPL 2025, the battle for the Orange Cap is far from settled. Several top-order batsmen are in close contention, and just one big innings could change the standings dramatically. As the tournament progresses, the competition is expected to get even tougher, with many batsmen aiming to claim the prestigious Orange Cap.
Updated Orange Cap list after KKR vs SRH Match 16
# | Player | Team | Matches | Runs | HS | S/R | 100 | 50 | 6S |
1 | Nicholas Pooran | Lucknow | 4 | 201 | 75 | 218.48 | 0 | 2 | 16 |
2 | B Sai Sudharsan | Gujarat | 3 | 186 | 74 | 157.63 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
3 | Mitchell Marsh | Lucknow | 4 | 184 | 72 | 185.86 | 0 | 3 | 10 |
4 | Suryakumar Yadav | Mumbai | 4 | 171 | 67 | 161.32 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
5 | Jos Buttler | Gujarat | 3 | 166 | 73 | 172.92 | 0 | 2 | 9 |
6 | Shreyas Iyer | Punjab | 2 | 149 | 97 | 206.94 | 0 | 2 | 13 |
7 | Travis Head | Hyderabad | 4 | 140 | 67 | 191.78 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
8 | Angkrish Raghuvanshi | Kolkata | 4 | 128 | 50 | 147.13 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
9 | Heinrich Klaasen | Hyderabad | 4 | 125 | 34 | 176.06 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
10 | Ajinkya Rahane | Kolkata | 4 | 123 | 56 | 153.75 | 0 | 1 | 10 |
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