Indonesia tour of Malaysia·T20I
Result
MAL won by 6 wickets
ICC CWC League 2 ·ODI
Result
NEP won by 6 runs
ICC Womens T20I Challenge Trophy·Women T20
May 1, 2026 12:30 pm
Austria tour of Germany·T20I
Result
GER won by 162 runs
Jersey tour of Denmark·T20
Result
JER won by 6 wickets
County Championship Division One·First Class
Live
Day 1 - Surrey trail by 339 runs.
County Championship Division One·First Class
Live
Day 1 - Hampshire elected to bowl
County Championship Division One·First Class
Live
Day 1 - Somerset elected to bowl
County Championship Division One·First Class
Live
Day 1 - Leicestershire elected to bowl
County Championship Division Two·First Class
Live
Innings Break : Day 1 - Derbyshire trail by 328 runs.
County Championship Division Two·First Class
Live
Stumps : Day 1 - Northamptonshire trail by 266 runs.
County Championship Division Two·First Class
Live
Day 1 - Middlesex elected to bat
ICC Womens T20I Challenge Trophy·Women T20
Result
NEP-W won by 8 wickets
Austria tour of Germany·T20I
Result
GER won by 4 wickets
Pakistan Super League·T20
Result
HK won by 2 runs
Indian Premier League·T20
Result
DC won by 7 wickets
Indonesia tour of Malaysia·T20I
May 2, 2026 7:30 am
Afghanistan National T20 Cup·T20
May 2, 2026 10:00 am
Sri Lanka Women tour of Bangladesh·Women T20
May 2, 2026 1:00 pm
Jersey tour of Denmark·T20
May 2, 2026 1:30 pm
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Foreign Players Who Dominated IPL History (2008–2025)

Foreign Players Who Dominated IPL History (2008–2025)

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a stage for cricket talent from all around the world. Over the years, many overseas players have played a big part in making the tournament exciting and memorable. Their performances and leadership have taken their teams to new levels and left a lasting mark on the league.

AB de Villiers

AB de Villiers, lovingly known as "Mr. 360," amazed fans with his wide range of shots all around the ground. He played for Delhi Daredevils and later for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), becoming famous for his creative batting style and game-changing performances. The record highest 'Player of the Match' in IPL history and the only batsman who has played every batting position in the tournament, he is a legend in himself. His dependability and flexibility made him the first choice of RCB, and his retirement created a void that's difficult to fill.

Player Matches Played Runs Scored Batting Average Strike Rate Highest Score Centuries Half-Centuries Wickets Taken Bowling Average Best Bowling Figures
AB de Villiers 184 5,162 39.70 151.68 133* 3 40 0

Rashid Khan

Afghan leg-spinner Rashid Khan has truly amazed everyone in the IPL. His googly is very hard to play, and his consistent bowling often troubles the batsmen. Whether playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad or now for Gujarat Titans, Rashid has shown he can be trusted to take important wickets. He has raised the standard for spin bowlers in the league.

Player Matches Played Runs Scored Batting Average Strike Rate Highest Score Centuries Half-Centuries Wickets Taken Bowling Average Best Bowling Figures
Rashid Khan 125 551 14.50 127.44 79 0 1 150 22.63 4/24

Chris Gayle

Chris Gayle, the towering Jamaican batsman, changed the way T20 cricket is played with his powerful and fearless hitting. Representing teams like Kolkata Knight Riders, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Punjab Kings, he holds the record for the highest individual score in IPL history, smashing an incredible 175 not out off just 66 balls. Gayle's knack of destroying bowling attacks made him a game-changer and a crowd favorite in most games. Gayle's on-field attitude and friendliness have left a lasting impression on the IPL.

Player Matches Played Runs Scored Batting Average Strike Rate Highest Score Centuries Half-Centuries Wickets Taken Bowling Average Best Bowling Figures
Chris Gayle 142 4,965 39.72 148.96 175* 6 31 18 38.27 3/21

Andre Russell

Andre Russell has been a huge star in the IPL, especially for Kolkata Knight Riders. He can hit big sixes easily and also bowl important overs, making him a very valuable player. Russell's batting has won so many matches, all by himself at times, that he can be regarded as the most dreaded among the league participants.

Player Matches Runs Scored Batting Average Strike Rate Highest Score Centuries Half-Centuries Wickets Taken Bowling Average Best Bowling Figures
Andre Russell 132 2,501 28.10 173.68 88* 0 11 120 22.78 5/15

David Warner

Australian opener David Warner has been a powerhouse in the IPL, scoring more than 6,500 runs with an impressive average. His aggressive batting at the top of the order gave Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) strong starts, helping them win their first IPL title in 2016. Warner's reliability can be observed from his three Orange Cap awards, given to the season's highest run-scorer. His leadership and batting ability have established him as one of the greats of the IPL.

Player Matches Runs Batting Average Strike Rate Highest Score Centuries Half-Centuries Wickets Bowling Average Best Bowling
David Warner 184 6,565 40.52 139.77 126 4 62 0

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AB de Villiers
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