New Delhi, March 27 – IPL 2025 has seen a remarkable surge in high-scoring matches, with batters consistently overpowering bowlers across nearly all games so far. Apart from a couple of exceptions, almost every match has turned into a run-fest, underlining the tournament’s batsman-friendly trend.
As per agency report, a total of 15 players have smashed half-centuries in their debut matches of the season, including eight Indian and seven overseas cricketers. Their performances have added momentum and thrill to the tournament’s opening phase.
Among Indian batsmen, Rajasthan Royals' wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel impressed with a 70-run knock against Sunrisers Hyderabad in his debut match. He has tallied 103 runs in two games. Royals’ skipper Sanju Samson also registered a half-century, scoring 66 runs as his highest in the tournament so far.
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer made a strong start with a top score of 97. Gujarat Titans’ Sai Sudharsan followed with an impressive 74 against Punjab. Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane scored 56 in his first game, with a total of 74 runs across two matches.
Delhi Capitals' young talent Ashutosh Sharma made an early impact by scoring 66 in his debut game, while Ruturaj Gaikwad, leading Chennai Super Kings, notched up a 53-run innings against Mumbai Indians. Virat Kohli, opening for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, scored 59 runs in his first appearance this season.
Among overseas players, KKR’s opener Quinton de Kock played a breathtaking 97-run innings against Rajasthan Royals. LSG’s Nicholas Pooran began his season with a 75-run knock against Delhi Capitals. Travis Head contributed 67 runs for Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Mitchell Marsh’s 72 for LSG against Delhi added to the list of explosive performances.
CSK opener Rachin Ravindra added 65 to his name, while RCB’s Phil Salt hit 56 and Gujarat’s Jos Buttler followed with 54. All these players have shown early form, turning IPL 2025 into a celebration of power-hitting and strokeplay.
With such performances pouring in, expectations are high for more fireworks as the tournament progresses.
