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The Orange Cap race in IPL 2025 is intensifying as we approach the mid-season mark, and following Match 30 between Chennai Super Kings and Lucknow Super Giants, some key batters have tightened their grip at the top. Nicholas Pooran continues to dominate the batting charts, maintaining his lead as the highest run-scorer of the tournament so far.
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Pooran, representing Lucknow, has amassed 357 runs from seven matches, holding an impressive strike rate of 208.77. Despite not registering a century, his consistency and power-hitting have stood out, with four fifties and a staggering 31 sixes, the most by any player this season. His ability to change the course of a match in a matter of overs has been crucial to Lucknow’s campaign so far.
In second place is Gujarat’s B Sai Sudharsan, who has scored 329 runs from six matches. With a strike rate of 151.61 and four fifties to his name, Sudharsan has been the rock in Gujarat’s top order. While not as explosive as Pooran, his dependable starts and smart stroke play have made a strong case for a future India call-up.
Mitchell Marsh, also from Lucknow, is third with 295 runs. His blend of calculated aggression and big-hitting ability, combined with a strike rate of 171.51, makes him a dangerous asset in the middle order. His 17 sixes highlight his impact in crucial moments.
Shreyas Iyer, representing Punjab, has quietly moved up the ladder with 250 runs in just five matches. His high strike rate of 208.33 and a top score of 97 indicate his return to peak form. Virat Kohli follows with 248 runs, anchoring Bangalore’s batting lineup with his usual class and temperament.
Rounding out the top ten are stars like Suryakumar Yadav (239 runs), Jos Buttler (218), Travis Head (214), Tilak Varma (210), and Aiden Markram (208). Each of these players has contributed significantly to their respective teams and could climb higher with more consistent performances.
With the league stage heating up, the battle for the Orange Cap promises to remain thrilling. As the tournament progresses, consistency and explosiveness will be key to holding onto the coveted top spot.
Updated Orange cap table after CSK vs LSG Match 30
|
# |
Player |
Mat |
Runs |
HS |
S/R |
100 |
50 |
6S |
|
1 |
Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow) |
7 |
357 |
87 |
208.77 |
0 |
4 |
31 |
|
2 |
B Sai Sudharshan (Gujarat) |
6 |
329 |
82 |
151.61 |
0 |
4 |
13 |
|
3 |
Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow) |
6 |
295 |
81 |
171.51 |
0 |
4 |
17 |
|
4 |
Shreyas Iyer (Punjab) |
5 |
250 |
97 |
208.33 |
0 |
3 |
20 |
|
5 |
Virat Kohli (Bangalore) |
6 |
248 |
67 |
143.35 |
0 |
3 |
10 |
|
6 |
Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai) |
6 |
239 |
67 |
149.38 |
0 |
1 |
10 |
|
7 |
Jos Buttler (Gujarat) |
6 |
218 |
73 |
157.97 |
0 |
2 |
9 |
|
8 |
Travis Head (Hyderabad) |
6 |
214 |
67 |
186.09 |
0 |
2 |
9 |
|
9 |
Tilak Varma (Mumbai) |
6 |
210 |
59 |
143.84 |
0 |
2 |
10 |
|
10 |
Aiden Markram (Lucknow) |
7 |
208 |
58 |
150.72 |
0 |
2 |
9 |
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