In a thrilling match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals, Phil Salt’s explosive innings of 68 runs off just 33 balls not only helped his team secure a seven-wicket victory but also propelled him into the top five of the Orange Cap standings for the 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
With this remarkable performance, Salt now has a total of 392 runs in 9 matches, with an impressive average of 49.00 and a striking rate of 180.64. However, he still has a long way to go to catch up with the current Orange Cap holder, Virat Kohli of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who leads the tally with 500 runs.
Following Kohli is Ruturaj Gaikwad of Chennai Super Kings with 447 runs, Sai Sudharshan of Gujarat Titans with 418 runs, and Rishabh Pant of Delhi Capitals with 398 runs. Salt’s explosive innings has certainly made the race for the Orange Cap more exciting and unpredictable.
As the IPL 2024 season progresses, cricket fans can expect more thrilling performances and intense competition among the top run-scorers. Stay tuned for more updates on the Orange Cap standings and the exciting matches ahead in the tournament.