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As IPL 2025 enters its critical mid-phase, the race for the coveted Orange Cap, awarded to the tournament's top run-scorer is heating up with each match. The latest fixture, Match 24 between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), brought significant movement to the Orange Cap standings, with some big names reaffirming their dominance at the top.
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Nicholas Pooran of Lucknow Super Giants continues to wear the Orange Cap with authority. The destructive left-hander has amassed 288 runs in 5 matches at a jaw-dropping strike rate of 225.00, including 24 sixes and three half-centuries. His consistent power-hitting has not only helped Lucknow secure crucial wins but also placed him well ahead of his closest rivals.
Hot on his heels is B Sai Sudharsan from Gujarat Titans. The elegant left-hander has risen to the second spot, courtesy of a brilliant 82-run knock in the previous game, and now totals 273 runs from 5 matches at a strike rate of 151.67. His blend of timing and acceleration has made him a reliable run machine for the Titans.
Mitchell Marsh, also representing Lucknow, holds the third position with 265 runs in 5 matches, striking at an impressive 180.27. His ability to anchor as well as accelerate has been instrumental in Lucknow’s top-order success.
From Gujarat, Jos Buttler is currently fourth with 202 runs. His brisk starts have helped GT set strong platforms. Close behind is Mumbai Indians' talisman, Suryakumar Yadav, with 199 runs at a strike rate of 150.76, showing signs of peaking just at the right time.
The middle order of the leaderboard features Ajinkya Rahane (184 runs) and Sanju Samson (178 runs), both delivering key performances for Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals, respectively.
Punjab Kings' Shreyas Iyer has made a solid impact in just 4 matches with 168 runs, including a best of 97 and an astonishing strike rate of 200.00.
RCB stars Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar round off the top ten with 164 and 161 runs, respectively, proving their consistency despite the team's recent struggles.
With over 100 runs separating the top 10, the Orange Cap battle is wide open. One explosive innings can reshuffle the rankings, and fans can expect more fireworks as the league stage progresses.
Updated Orange cap table after DC vs RCB Match 24
|
# |
Player |
Mat |
Runs |
HS |
S/R |
100 |
50 |
6S |
|
1 |
Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow) |
5 |
288 |
87 |
225.00 |
0 |
3 |
24 |
|
2 |
B Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat) |
5 |
273 |
82 |
151.67 |
0 |
3 |
12 |
|
3 |
Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow) |
5 |
265 |
81 |
180.27 |
0 |
4 |
15 |
|
4 |
Jos Buttler (Gujarat) |
5 |
202 |
73 |
162.90 |
0 |
2 |
9 |
|
5 |
Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai) |
5 |
199 |
67 |
150.76 |
0 |
1 |
8 |
|
6 |
Ajinkya Rahane (Kolkata) |
5 |
184 |
61 |
160.00 |
0 |
2 |
12 |
|
7 |
Sanju Samson (Rajasthan) |
5 |
178 |
66 |
150.85 |
0 |
1 |
7 |
|
8 |
Shreyas Iyer (Punjab) |
4 |
168 |
97 |
200.00 |
0 |
2 |
14 |
|
9 |
Virat Kohli (Bangalore) |
4 |
164 |
67 |
143.86 |
0 |
2 |
6 |
|
10 |
Rajat Patidar (Bangalore) |
4 |
161 |
64 |
175.00 |
0 |
2 |
8 |
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