Cricket is a sport where hitting a boundary is crucial for a batsman. It not only increases the scorecard but also puts pressure on the bowler. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), which is known for its big hits and power-packed performances, the most fours hit by a batsman is considered as one of the key statistics. Let’s take a look at the top 10 batsmen with the most fours in IPL history.
1. Shikhar Dhawan
Shikhar Dhawan, who has scored a staggering 701 fours in 206 games, is at the top of the list. Dhawan, a major player for the Delhi Capitals in recent years, is renowned for his graceful stroke play and his capacity to spot openings in the field.
2. Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli, who has smashed 578 fours in 223 games, is in second position. The fact that Kohli frequently hits boundaries has contributed significantly to his reputation as one of the top batters in the world.
3. David Warner
With 561 fours in 162 games, David Warner is in third place. Warner is a dangerous opening batsman who has a reputation for hitting huge smashes and has played a significant role for the Sunrisers Hyderabad throughout the years.
4. Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma, who has 519 fours in 227 games, is in fourth position. Sharma, the captain of the Mumbai Indians, is renowned for his elegant stroke play and his capacity to produce significant innings under stress.
5. Suresh Raina
With 506 fours in 205 games, Suresh Raina is in sixth position. The dynamic middle-order batsman Raina is renowned for his rapid scoring and ability to shut down the opposition.
6. Gautam Gambhir
Gautam Gambhir: In 152 games as a player, the former captain of the Kolkata Knight Riders has scored 492 fours. Gambhir had a maximum score of 93 and an average of 31.0 until he retired from all forms of cricket in 2018.
7. Robin Uthappa
Robin Uthappa: In 197 games, the wicketkeeper-batsman has struck 481 fours. Uthappa, a player with the Rajasthan Royals, has an average score of 27.51 and a top score of 88.
8. Ajinkya Rahane
Ajinkya Rahane: In 148 games, the Indian Test vice-captain has struck 431 fours. Rahane, a player with the Delhi Capitals at the moment, has a top score of 105* and an average of 30.86.
9. Dinesh Karthik
Dinesh Karthik: In 208 games, the wicketkeeper-batsman has struck 406 fours. Karthik has a top score of 97* and an average of 26.85. He has played for several IPL teams.
10. AB de Villiers
AB de Villiers: In 170 games, the South African batsman has 413 fours. De Villiers, a player for Royal Challengers Bangalore, scored 133* on the highest scale and 39.70 on the average.
In T20 cricket, hitting fours is crucial, and the players named above are experts at it. It would be interesting to watch whether any of these players in the following IPL seasons can shatter their own records and achieve new milestones.