The battle for the coveted Orange Cap in IPL 2025 is heating up. After a thrilling match on April 19, the top spot changed hands in a matter of minutes. Gujarat Titans’ SAI Sudharsan had taken the lead with a 36-run knock against Delhi Capitals, but Lucknow Super Giants’ Nicholas Pooran quickly reclaimed the top spot.
Pooran’s 9-run contribution against Rajasthan Royals was enough to surpass Sudharsan’s tally, and he now leads the Orange Cap race with 368 runs. Sudharsan remains a close second with 365 runs.
Current Standings
The gap between the top two batters is a mere 3 runs, with both Pooran and Sudharsan boasting an impressive average of 52.
- Nicholas Pooran (LSG) – 368 runs
- Sai Sudharsan (GT) – 365 runs
- Jos Buttler (GT) – 315 runs
- Mitchell Marsh (LSG) – 299 runs
- KL Rahul (DC) – 266 runs
The Orange Cap race is intense, with several top batters vying for the top spot. As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more thrilling performances from these talented cricketers.