Which batsman has scored the most runs as an opener in IPL?
Opener batsmen are considered very important in cricket. Because the entire batting lineup depends on his performance. There are many openers in IPL who have done wonders. Today we will talk about such openers who have scored maximum runs as an opener. So let’s know about these batsmen.
Shikhar Dhawan
Shikhar Dhawan is one of the top openers of Indian cricket. He proved himself in the IPL and holds the record for scoring the most runs as an opener in the IPL. He represented 05 IPL teams (Mumbai Indians, Deccan Chargers, Delhi Capitals, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kings XI Punjab) in different seasons. So far in IPL, Shikhar Dhawan has scored 5679 runs as an opener.
david warner
David Warner represented two teams (Delhi Capitals and Sunrise Hyderabad) in 12 seasons of IPL. He is the highest run-scorer overseas opener in IPL. As an opener, he has scored 5013 runs so far.
chris gayle
Chris Gayle, popularly known as Universe Boss, is at number three in this list. Gayle has represented three teams in the IPL. He has played for Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore in 11 seasons. As an opener, he has so far scored 4480 runs at a strike rate of 152.
Gautam Gambhir
The next name in this list comes from Gautam Gambhir. Gambhir represented Delhi Daredevils and Kolkata Knight Riders in 11 seasons. As an opener, he has scored 3597 runs so far. For Kolkata Knight Riders, Gambhir has scored 3025 runs as captain in the IPL, which is the 3rd most runs by any captain.
Ajinkya Rahane
Ajinkya Rahane represented five teams in IPL. He has played for Rajasthan Royals, Rising Pune Supergiants, Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians. As an opener, he has scored 3542 runs so far.
