Orange Cap Holder in IPL 2025: Nicholas Pooran Leads the Run-Scorers List

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has already witnessed some breathtaking performances with the bat. Several players have displayed their batting prowess, securing top positions in the run-scorers list. As the tournament progresses, we take a closer look at the leading batsmen who have made a significant impact.

Nicholas Pooran has emerged as the leading run-scorer so far in IPL 2025. Representing Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), he has played two matches and scored 145 runs at a strike rate of 258. His highest score of 75 runs has set the tone for his team’s batting order. Pooran’s ability to hit big sixes, having already smashed 13 sixes, makes him one of the most dangerous batsmen in the tournament.

Orange Cap Holder In IPL 2025

Rank	Player	Team	Runs	Strike Rate	Matches	Innings	Not Outs	Highest Score	Average	30s	50s	100s	6s
1	Nicholas Pooran	LSG	145	258	2	2	0	75	72.0	0	2	0	13
2	Mitchell Marsh	LSG	124	185	2	2	0	72	62.0	0	2	0	8
3	Travis Head	SRH	114	193	2	2	0	67	57.0	1	1	0	6
4	Ishan Kishan	SRH	106	220	2	2	1	106*	106.0	0	0	1	6
5	Dhruv Jurel	RR	103	163	2	2	0	70	51.0	1	1	0	6
6	Quinton de Kock	KKR	101	153	2	2	1	97*	101.0	0	1	0	6
7	Shreyas Iyer	PBKS	97	230	1	1	1	97*	–	0	1	0	9
8	Sanju Samson	RR	79	164	2	2	0	66	39.0	0	1	0	4
9	Sai Sudharsan	GT	74	180	1	1	0	74	74.0	0	1	0	6
10	Ajinkya Rahane	KKR	74	160	2	2	0	56	37.0	0	1	0	5

Key Highlights of IPL 2025 Batting Performances

Nicholas Pooran (LSG) currently leads the Orange Cap race with 145 runs at a staggering strike rate of 258.
Ishan Kishan (SRH) has the highest individual score of 106 in IPL 2025*, making him the only centurion so far.
Mitchell Marsh (LSG) and Travis Head (SRH) have been consistent performers, both scoring crucial fifties for their teams.
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) remains unbeaten with a score of 97 at an exceptional strike rate of 230*.
Quinton de Kock (KKR) and Dhruv Jurel (RR) have also made a significant impact with their explosive batting.

As the tournament progresses, the battle for the Orange Cap is expected to intensify, with top batsmen aiming to lead their teams to victory. Stay tuned for more updates on IPL 2025’s top performers!

Sumit Arora

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