IPL 2025: Purple and Orange Cap Standings – A Mid-Season Update
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is underway, and the race for the coveted Purple and Orange Caps is heating up. After seven games, several players have emerged as frontrunners, with a surprising dominance from the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the batting charts. This article provides a detailed overview of the current standings and key performances.
Purple Cap – Leading Wicket-Takers
Shardul Thakur of the Lucknow Super Giants currently leads the Purple Cap race. His recent performance of 4 for 34 against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has solidified his position at the top. This performance also marks the second-best match performance with the ball this season.
Here's a breakdown of the top contenders:
- Shardul Thakur (LSG): 6 wickets from 2 games.
- Replaced the injured Mohsin Khan.
- 2 for 19 against Delhi Capitals (DC), claiming Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abishek Porel.
- 4 for 34 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), dismissing Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Abhinav Manohar, and Mohammed Shami.
- Noor Ahmad (CSK): 4 wickets.
- Remarkable 4 for 18 against Mumbai Indians (MI) in CSK's opening win – a standout performance.
- Krunal Pandya (RCB): 3 wickets.
- 3 for 29 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on IPL 2025 opening night.
Orange Cap – Leading Run-Scorers
Interestingly, the top two positions in the Orange Cap standings are also occupied by LSG players, demonstrating the team's strong batting form.
- Nicholas Pooran (LSG): A consistent performer at No. 3.
- 75 from 30 balls against DC.
- 70 from 26 balls against SRH.
- Leads the six-hitters' leaderboard with 13 sixes from two innings.
- Boasts an impressive strike rate of 258.91.
- Mitchell Marsh (LSG): Providing stability at the top of the order.
- 72 from 36 balls against DC.
- 52 from 31 balls against SRH.
- Focusing solely on batting this season after returning from injury.
- Travis Head (SRH): Continuing his excellent form from IPL 2024.
- 67 from 31 balls against Rajasthan Royals (RR).
- 47 from 28 balls against LSG.
Key Observations
- LSG Dominance: The Lucknow Super Giants are making a significant impact on both the Purple and Orange Cap races, showcasing their all-round strength.
- Shardul's Resurgence: Shardul Thakur's performance has been a welcome surprise for LSG.
- Travis Head's Consistency: Travis Head continues to be a reliable performer for SRH.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who is currently leading the Purple Cap race? A: Shardul Thakur of the Lucknow Super Giants.
Q: Which team has the most players in the top of the Orange Cap standings? A: Lucknow Super Giants, with Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh.
Q: What was Noor Ahmad’s notable performance? A: He took 4 wickets for 18 runs against Mumbai Indians.