In the first game of today’s doubleheader, the Royal Challengers Bangalore, led by Virat Kohli, completed a convincing win over a struggling Punjab Kings. However, on the other hand, in the second game of the day, Delhi Capitals thrashed Kolkata Knight Riders to experience their first win of the season. Thus, after two intense games, the Orange Cap has seen quite a few changes in the top order.
Kohli and Du Plessis go hand-in-hand
Faf Du Plessis and Virat Kohli displayed their impeccable cricketing skills and delivered outstanding performances. With their exceptional scores of 84 and 59 runs respectively, they not only helped their team secure a crucial victory but also climbed to the top ranks of the Orange Cap race. Faf Du Plessis, who has been in scintillating form throughout the IPL, showcased his mastery with the bat once again as he smashed the opposition bowlers to all corners of the ground. His brilliant innings earned him the top spot in the Orange Cap race, further cementing his reputation as one of the most talented cricketers in the world.
Meanwhile, Virat Kohli, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of his generation, put on a display of his immense skills and experience. His impressive knock of 59 runs not only helped his team win the match but also propelled him to the third position in the Orange Cap race.
Warner rocks, Venkatesh fails
Venkatesh Iyer, the young and promising cricketer who had taken the IPL by storm with his outstanding performances, unfortunately, suffered a setback in his recent outing against the Delhi Capitals. After holding the prestigious Orange Cap for some time, following his brilliant century against the Mumbai Indians, he was dismissed for a two-ball duck in his next match. Despite this unfortunate turn of events, his run tally remains impressive at 234 runs, placing him in a respectable fifth position in the list of the highest run-scorers of the tournament.
On the other hand, David Warner, the captain of the Delhi Capitals, put up yet another stunning performance. With an aggressive approach at the top of the order, he scored a half-century and propelled his run tally for the season to an impressive 285 runs in just six matches. With this remarkable feat, he surpassed Virat Kohli to claim the second position in the Orange Cap rankings, showcasing his undiminished batting prowess and his immense value to his team’s success.
Orange Cap list after DC vs KKR Match 28:
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches Played | Runs | Highest | Strike Rate | Average |
| 1. | Faf du Plessis | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 6 | 343 | 84 | 166.50 | 68.60 |
| 2. | David Warner | Delhi Capitals | 6 | 285 | 65 | 120.76 | 47.50 |
| 3. | Virat Kohli | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 6 | 279 | 82* | 142.34 | 55.80 |
| 4. | Jos Buttler | Rajasthan Royals | 6 | 244 | 79 | 146.98 | 40.67 |
| 5. | Venkatesh Iyer | Kolkata Knight Riders | 6 | 234 | 104 | 168.34 | 39.00 |
| 6. | Shikhar Dhawan | Punjab Kings | 4 | 233 | 99* | 146.54 | 116.50 |
| 7. | Shubmann Gill | Gujarat Titans | 5 | 228 | 67 | 139.87 | 45.60 |
| 8. | Kyle Mayers | Lucknow Super Giants | 6 | 219 | 73 | 154.22 | 36.50 |
| 9. | Tilak Varma | Mumbai Indians | 5 | 214 | 84* | 158.51 | 53.50 |
| 10. | Ruturaj Gaikwad | Chennai Super Kings | 5 | 200 | 92 | 150.37 | 50.00 |
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