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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is delivering thrilling cricketing action, with batsmen lighting up the tournament with their aggressive stroke play. After Match 13 between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS), the race for the Orange Cap has intensified, with several top-order batters putting in impressive performances.
At the top of the batting charts, Nicholas Pooran of Lucknow Super Giants has claimed the leading spot with 189 runs in three matches. His ability to accelerate the innings with an astonishing strike rate of 219.77 has made him one of the most dangerous batters this season. Pooran has already smashed 15 sixes, the highest among the top ten batsmen in the tournament, and has registered two half-centuries, with his best score being 75 runs. His fearless approach has given Lucknow an aggressive edge, making him a key player in their campaign.
Following closely behind is Shreyas Iyer from Punjab Kings, who has scored 149 runs in just two matches. His strike rate of 206.94 underlines his aggressive intent, and his highest score of 97 showcases his ability to anchor the innings while keeping the scoreboard ticking. Iyer has displayed exceptional form, sending the ball over the ropes 13 times already. His ability to balance stability with attacking play makes him one of the most promising contenders for the Orange Cap this season.
B Sai Sudharsan of Gujarat Titans is another batsman making waves in IPL 2025, having scored 137 runs in two matches at a strike rate of 167.07. His composed batting style and effective shot selection have helped Gujarat maintain their dominance. His highest score of 74 has come at a crucial moment, reinforcing his reliability as a top-order batsman.
Travis Head from Sunrisers Hyderabad, Mitchell Marsh from Lucknow, and Aniket Verma from Hyderabad have also made significant contributions with scores of 136, 124, and 117 runs, respectively. Their consistent performances have kept them in the hunt for the top spot in the Orange Cap race. Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings’ Ruturaj Gaikwad has scored 116 runs in three matches, proving his ability to deliver solid starts.
With more matches ahead, the competition for the Orange Cap is expected to get even more intense. As IPL 2025 unfolds, the race among these top batters will only become more exciting, with each player looking to outshine the other.
Updated Orange cap list after LSG vs PBKS Match 13:
Player | Mat | Runs | HS | S/R | 100 | 50 | 6S |
Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow) | 3 | 189 | 75 | 219.77 | 0 | 2 | 15 |
Shreyas Iyer (Punjab) | 2 | 149 | 97 | 206.94 | 0 | 2 | 13 |
B Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat) | 2 | 137 | 74 | 167.07 | 0 | 2 | 8 |
Travis Head (Hyderabad) | 3 | 136 | 67 | 191.55 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow) | 3 | 124 | 72 | 182.35 | 0 | 2 | 8 |
Aniket Verma (Hyderabad) | 3 | 117 | 74 | 205.26 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
Ruturaj Gaikwad (Chennai) | 3 | 116 | 63 | 156.76 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
Ishan Kishan (Hyderabad) | 3 | 108 | 106 | 203.77 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
Dhruv Chand Jurel (Rajasthan) | 3 | 106 | 70 | 151.43 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
Rachin Ravindra (Chennai) | 3 | 106 | 65 | 132.5 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
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