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IPL 2025: Top 3 Batsmen to Watch This Season
As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season unfolds, fans eagerly anticipate stellar performances from the league’s premier batsmen. Here are three players poised to dominate the run charts this year.
1. Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)
Virat Kohli, the all-time leading run-scorer in IPL history, showcased exceptional form in the 2024 season, amassing 741 runs at an average of 61.75 and a strike rate of 154.69. A two-time Orange Cap winner, including a record-setting 973 runs in 2016, Kohli’s consistency and hunger for runs make him a top contender for the Orange Cap in 2025.
2. Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans)
Shubman Gill clinched the Orange Cap in 2023 with a phenomenal 890-run season. Known for his elegant stroke play and ability to anchor innings, Gill remains a pivotal figure in Gujarat Titans’ batting lineup. His form and technique position him as a strong candidate to lead the run charts once again in IPL 2025.
3. Ruturaj Gaikwad (Chennai Super Kings)
Ruturaj Gaikwad has been a beacon of consistency for Chennai Super Kings. In the 2024 season, he accumulated 583 runs at an average of 53.00 and a strike rate of 141.16. Having secured the Orange Cap in 2021, Gaikwad’s ability to provide solid starts and build substantial innings makes him a formidable contender for the top run-scorer in IPL 2025.
Conclusion
The IPL 2025 season promises thrilling cricketing action, with these batsmen leading the charge. Their past performances and current form suggest they will be instrumental in their respective teams’ successes. Fans can look forward to explosive innings and masterful batting displays as these players vie for the coveted Orange Cap.
Note: Player performances are subject to various factors, including form, fitness, and match conditions, which may influence their impact during the season.
