The IPL is an annual cricket tournament held in India. Each year is filled with boundary-filled matches and lots of fanfare. While many cricketers have come and gone. Few have been deemed to be the most dangerous. These legends know how to change the outcome of the game in a matter of overs and have the procession to intimidate the bowlers with confidence and poise.
In this blog, we will highlight dangerous players in the IPL and outline the factors that contribute to their batting prowess.
What makes Most Dangerous Batsman in IPL Game Forever?
To be dangerous isn’t adding runs to the scoreboard. A dangerous batsman is someone who can perform at an elite level and score runs quickly and consistently, all the while, facing top bowlers in the world. Here are a few qualities that defined the most dangerous batsmen in the IPL.
- Ability to hit sixes consistently
- High strike rate
- Strong performance in pressure
- situations
- Fearless mindset
- Match-winning knocks
With that, we will look at the players who fit this description perfectly.
Chris Gayle, the Universe Boss.
Chris Gayle is one of the first people to be named the most destructive, dangerous batsman in the IPL. Gayle is known as “The Universe Boss”, and he completely revolutionized the concept of power hitting in the T20 format of cricket.
He holds the record of the *highest individual score in IPL history (175)**, which already proves how destructive he can be. He could easily hit any bowler out of the park. Just having him in the batting lineup was enough to put fear in the opposition.
Bowlers had no safe place to bowl to Gayle. He was dangerous because of his dominant batting ability from the first ball.
AB de Villiers, Mr. 360
Mr. 360 AB de Villiers was considered one of the most dangerous and powerful batsman in the IPL. He was not only powerful, but extremely smart as well. He was able to play shots in all areas of the cricket field, which is why he was known as “Mr. 360”.
He was known for finishing games for Royal Challengers Bangalore. He was not afraid to take runs, and even if the target was big and the required run rate was high, he was still able to make the target look easy. His smart shots and calm nature in crazy situations is what made him one of the most feared batsmen in the history of T20 cricket. He will remain one of the most dangerous batsmen in the IPL’s history.
Ms Dhoni – Dangerous Finishers
When discussing successful batsmen in the cricketing world, one can not ignore the contribution Dhoni has made to the world of finishing games. While Dhoni may not be the quickest to get the scoreboard ticking, he is certainly a threat with his finishing.
Dhoni has been an integral part of winning many games for the Chennai Super Kings franchise, as he single-handedly wins runs the final overs of matches. Bowlers know that as long as Dhoni is in the match, there is still a chance however small.
His calming presence during high-pressure situations and his trademark helicopter shot makes him one of the most successful batsmen to grace the Indian Premier League.
Virat Kohli – The Run Machine
Meanwhile, Kohli’s ability to remain consistent across the seasons is what makes him one of the best. Kohli made mincemeat of the bowling attack when he played, winning numerous accolades for his performances during the Indian Premier League.
There are many seasons in the history books attributed to Kohli’s name, including his 2016 season where he scored over 900 runs, not to mention the numerous records he broke and still holds to this day. While many of his rivals may overtake Kohli for runs scored during a season, Kohli’s ability to play for long periods, chase down massive totals and single handedly turn the game in his team’s favor is why he is regarded as one of the best to ever play the game.
Rohit Sharma – Big Match Player
Scary, dangerous batsman in IPL is also the name of Rohit Sharma. Rohit has an amazing style of batting, with the potential of quickly changing his playing style. Rohit is especially dangerous in big matches and playoffs. Once he settles in, his timing and effortless six hitting makes him a nightmare of a player to bowl to. He’s also a great captain, and has done winning scores on numerous occasions for the Mumbai Indians.
Andre Russell – The Powerhouse
If there is a name for power in IPL, it is for sure Andre Russell. Even if he bats low in the batting order, he has a huge impact on the overall score. He has the potential of scoring 30-40 runs in just a couple of balls. Even on mishits, his strength allows him to clear the boundary, so bowlers do not prefer bowling to him in the death overs. He for sure is one of the most dangerous players to bowl to in the IPL.
Conclusion
The IPL is full of some of the most talented players; however, the most threatening batsman is someone who can alter the game in an instant, withstand pressure, and entertain the crowd. Players such as, Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Andre Russell have all in some way, shaped brutal batting.
These players have each contributed uniquely to the IPL making the league more interesting for fans around the world. The effect of these legends will always be reminded as the league will continue to develop and emerging players will become stars.
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