In the IPL 2025 season, the race for the Orange Cap and Purple Cap has intensified following the recent clash between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Notably, Hardik Pandya has ascended to the joint-second position on the Purple Cap leaderboard, while Suryakumar Yadav has climbed to fourth in the Orange Cap standings.
💙 Mumbai triumph at Wankhede!
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The fortress stands strong as MI hands Sunrisers yet another defeat on the road. ☀️➡️⛈️
📉 The losing streak continues for Hyderabad… can they bounce back next game?
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Purple Cap Standings: Hardik Pandya’s Rise
MI’s captain, Hardik Pandya, has showcased exceptional bowling prowess, securing 11 wickets in six matches. This performance places him in a tie for the second spot on the Purple Cap list. Leading the chart is CSK’s Noor Ahmad, who has taken 12 wickets in seven games. Other bowlers sharing the second position with Pandya include Kuldeep Yadav (DC), Khaleel Ahmed (CSK), and Shardul Thakur (LSG).
Orange Cap Standings: Suryakumar Yadav’s Surge
Suryakumar Yadav has been instrumental in MI’s batting lineup, amassing 265 runs across seven innings. His consistent performance has elevated him to fourth place in the Orange Cap standings. The top three positions are held by Nicholas Pooran (LSG), B Sai Sudharsan (GT), and Mitchell Marsh (LSG). Following Yadav are Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) with 250 runs and Virat Kohli (RCB) with 248 runs.
Current Standings Overview
Orange Cap Leaders:
- Nicholas Pooran (LSG)
- B Sai Sudharsan (GT)
- Mitchell Marsh (LSG)
- Suryakumar Yadav (MI)
- Shreyas Iyer (PBKS)
Purple Cap Leaders:
- Noor Ahmad (CSK)
- Hardik Pandya (MI)
- Kuldeep Yadav (DC)
- Khaleel Ahmed (CSK)
- Shardul Thakur (LSG)
As the tournament progresses, the competition for both caps remains fierce. Players are continuously striving to outperform each other, making each match crucial in determining the eventual holders of the Orange and Purple Caps.
