5 players with the most number of not-outs in IPL
The Indian Premier League, one of the most successful franchises cricket tournaments across the world, has witnessed many nail-biting thrillers over 15 years. The batters give out their best in the 20 overs while walking out to bat with an aim to take their team to a good total in order to bag a victory. Although many batters place a higher priority on scoring more runs rather than protecting their wickets, numerous players have gone undefeated in many matches.
Here are 5 players with the most number of not-outs in IPL:
5. Yusuf Pathan- 44
The former India cricketer takes the fifth spot in the list with 44 not-outs throughout the tournament. Having played 174 matches (154 innings) between 2008-2019, he has 3204 IPL runs under his belt. He made his IPL debut with the Rajasthan Royals in 2008, then moved to Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the later stages.
4. Dwayne Bravo- 44
Dwayne Bravo is levelled with Pathan as he also has 44 not-outs in IPL since 2008. He has played 160 matches (112 innings) and represented three teams throughout the 15 years namely Mumbai Indians, Gujarat Lions, and Chennai Super Kings scoring 1548 runs over these years.
3. Kieron Pollard- 52
Kieron Pollard made his IPL debut in 2010 for the Mumbai Indians and has been associated with the franchise ever since. Having played 188 matches (170 innings), he has scored 3397 runs in the tournament and has been a prolific finisher for MI by remaining not-out in 52 games.
2. Ravindra Jadeja- 67
Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has represented four teams in the IPL namely Rajasthan Royals, Kochi Tuskers, Gujarat Lions, and Chennai Super Kings. Having played 210 matches (161 innings), Jadeja has scored 2502 runs and provided his team with some thrilling finishes. He has been associated with CSK for the longest duration and has remained not out 67 times throughout his career.
1. MS Dhoni- 78
The top spot in the list is taken by Chennai Super Kings captain Dhoni, who is arguably the greatest finisher of all time. Dhoni has provided some brilliant match-winning knocks, and with 3611 runs in 231 matches (203 innings), he has remained unbeaten 78 times, the most by any batter in IPL.
