This Indian Premier League (IPL) is among the most thrilling and unpredictable cricket tournaments that can be found in the entire world. The mixture of young, promising, and experienced international players produces stars who make a name for themselves on the global cricketing stage. Some other players, however, have been highly consistent deliverers over the years and have become the spine of their respective outfits. They have not only continued to be in form year-in-and-year-out but also shaped the success of the tournament. Let’s take a look at the top 10 most consistent IPL players over the years.
- Virat Kohli
Well, that’s not a surprise. It has also remained very consistent right up until now. Virat Kohli has been one of those high-quality performers in the IPL since 2008 when it started. The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) captain has always topped the charts for a season at a time in runs scored. Kohli’s adaptability to different match situations and his hunger to score makes him a key player for RCB. Kohli is now the tournament’s highest scorer, amassing more than 6000 runs in the IPL over the years. His consistency and his leadership have made him a legend in the IPL.
- Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma’s IPL journey in a nutshell depicts his consistent excellence. He made Mumbai Indians (MI) the most successful franchise in IPL history by winning the tournament with them as a captain five times. His calm nature, playing under-pressure ability, and knack for scoring big when it comes to crucial matches have even made him one of the most reliable players in the tournament. Whether it’s anchoring an innings or putting in a match-winning performance, Rohit has been the bedrock of MI’s success.
- David Warner
The left-handed Australian has been one of the very best since the inception of the IPL. Warner has been scoring runs for the best part of each season in this tournament. His ability to adapt his game according to the requirements of the team has made him indispensable for SRH. The aggressive batting at the top has been the hallmark of his IPL career, and his captaincy was even more impressive, as he led SRH to their only IPL title in 2016. Warner’s consistency in scoring runs from one IPL season to another is hardly rivaled by many.
- Suresh Raina
Another of the early names associated with the IPL is its ‘Chinna Thala’ from Chennai Super Kings, Suresh Raina. This great Indian has played a role in the IPL. His consistency in scoring runs the ability to pick up a catch and his leadership in trying times when MS Dhoni is unavailable make him one of the most reliable players in the entire history of the tournament. Raina has been a household name in the top run-scorers list over the years and has played a major role in CSK winning multiple IPL titles. His all-around contribution has always been a highlight to make him a fan favorite.
- Shikhar Dhawan
From the very first day of his appearance in the IPL, Shikhar has performed consistently, more notably playing for Delhi Capitals, and even in the past with Sunrisers Hyderabad. One of the most consistent openers in the history of this league, Dhawan exemplifies his stroke play and ability to anchor an innings. Dhawan has made key contributions in every season. This is because he becomes a strong enough player with solid technique and adaptability to different conditions. He is also credited for having accumulated over 6000 runs in the IPL.
- Dwayne Bravo
Bravo has been one of the most consistent performers in the IPL for some time, apart from being a West Indian all-rounder. The death-over bowling and explosive batting made a difference, as he proved to be one of the key players for CSK. The match-winner he has made himself on numerous occasions with his knack of picking wickets in the death overs along with his batting in the lower order. Such experiences along with his precociousness to perform under pressure have made him an incredibly reliable and consistent player in IPL.
- Kieron Pollard
Kieron Pollard, the biggest-hitting all-arounder from the West Indies, has been a very important wheel in the machine which is the success of the Mumbai Indians. His ability to clear the ropes and change the course of games in the final overs has made him one of the most dangerous finishers in the IPL. Pollard’s consistency, both with his bat and ball, has made him an important player for MI. His all-around effort, especially in high-pressure moments, has made significant contributions to Mumbai’s five IPL wins.
- AB De Villiers
One of the most destructive and innovative batsmen to have walked the field in the IPL, AB De Villiers has been a motivational source for Royal Challengers Bangalore. Known for his 360-degree batting and scoring runs in every place on the ground, de Villiers has always been a consistent performer in the tournament. Although he was never one of the regular captains in the side, most times, he raised the level of the innings when it mattered. Such prowess in scoring runs alongside being a potential game-changer has won him respect from both fans and players.
- MS Dhoni
Consistency comes more from leadership and wicketkeeping than from runs for MS Dhoni. He has led Chennai Super Kings to three IPL titles under his captaincy. At the stumps and with the willow, he has had a consistent performance. He is regarded as one of the most successful captains in IPL history due to his calm and composed demeanor under pressure coupled with his tactical foresight. Dhoni has been omnipresent in the IPL through leadership and crucial moments.
- Jasprit Bumrah
Few can boast of being a more consistent performer than Jasprit Bumrah. The pace bowler of the Mumbai Indians had established himself as one of the best death bowlers in IPL history. With his ability to bowl Yorkers at will and to handle pressure situations, Bumrah has turned into an important cog in MI. Every narrow escape won by MI and every all-important wicket taken at a clutch moment has been due to his marvelous display of fast bowling. Such has been his consistent performance that on any given day, he instills fear in the imaginations of batsmen in world cricket.
Conclusion
The IPL has certainly seen many lads come and go, but these 10 have established their relevance and consistency year after year. Their performances over the years have not only helped their respective teams but have been a huge contributory factor in making the IPL an exciting and popular tournament. These boys have made it special with their performances, with the bat, ball, or in the field, on all occasions that mattered. The best wishes to these legends for the future as the IPL continues its journey. It will be interesting to see how these legends continue to perform and inspire the next generations of cricketers! Stay updated with kheloexch.
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