IPL 2016: Top 7 performers of the month
The first month of IPL 2016 is coming to an end and we have already witnessed some cracking games and mind-blowing performances. High intensity and great entertainment have always been the tournament's forte. We have witnessed some great players from around the world sharing an easy camaraderie and perform well together.
This year's IPL is sure to gift us with many more performances worthy of remembrance. But with this month coming to a close, let us quickly look back at some of the best and most consistent performers so far. From devastating bowling spells to destructive innings, this year's IPL has already seen it all.
Here are the top 7 performers of the month.
David Warner
One of the biggest reasons why Australia struggled in the World T20 2016 was because their star batsman David Warner failed to contribute anything substantially. That was surprising since the left-hander has a fair bit of experience in sub-continental conditions and was expected to light up the tournament.
But Warner is back with a vengeance having struck red hot form in this edition of the IPL. Be it the unconventional shots or the patient match-winning knocks, we have seen everything from Warner in this year's IPL already.
What the Sunrisers Hyderabad lack when it comes to their batting department, their captain more than makes up for it. The stylish Australian southpaw has been known to play dashing knocks at the top of the order. But he seems to have come of age and is taking more responsibility for his team now.
Warner has scored 386 runs in 7 matches at an average of 77.20. He has an astounding strike-rate of 168.55 to go with it. The Hyderabad skipper is currently the orange cap holder for being the leading run scorer.