With another explosive innings, Virat Kohli of the Royal Challengers Bangalore strengthened his position as the top contender for the Orange Cap in IPL 2022. However, with his unbeaten 105-run knock for the Mumbai Indians, Rohit Sharma made a strong entry into the top 10 list. Heinrich Klaasen of the Rajasthan Royals and Travis Head of the Sunrisers Hyderabad also moved up in the race, currently standing at fifth and seventh position respectively.
IPL 2022: Kohli and Sharma Lead the Orange Cap Race
In the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022, Royal Challengers Bangalore's Virat Kohli and Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma have emerged as the leading contenders for the prestigious Orange Cap, awarded to the batsman with the highest run tally in the tournament.
Kohli's Explosive Form
Kohli, a former Indian captain and a seasoned IPL campaigner, has been in blistering form this season. In nine matches, he has amassed 264 runs, including three half-centuries and an unbeaten 73-run knock. His aggressive batting style and clinical shot-making have been instrumental in RCB's impressive start to the campaign.
Sharma's Impressive Entry
Sharma, another veteran Indian cricketer and the current MI skipper, has made a strong entry into the top 10 list of run-scorers with his unbeaten 105-run knock in a recent match against Kolkata Knight Riders. With this century, he has moved up to the fourth position with 185 runs from six matches.
Other Contenders
Other batsmen who have made significant contributions in the Orange Cap race include:
FAQs
Q1: Who is the current Orange Cap holder in IPL 2022? A: Virat Kohli
Q2: Which team does Rohit Sharma captain in IPL 2022? A: Mumbai Indians
Q3: Who has scored the most centuries in IPL history? A: Chris Gayle (6)
Q4: Which player has won the Orange Cap most times in IPL history? A: David Warner (5)
Q5: What criteria is used to determine the Orange Cap winner? A: The player with the highest number of runs scored during the regular season.
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