The 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) is in full swing, and fans are witnessing a mix of surprises and expected brilliance. While some traditionally strong teams are off to a rocky start despite having solid squads, a few sides with less historical success—especially those that underwent major changes last winter—have impressed with their early performances.
As always, the competition isn’t just about team glory. The battle for individual accolades adds another layer of excitement to the tournament. One of the most closely followed personal milestones is the Orange Cap, awarded to the top run-scorer of the season. Several big names and emerging talents have already made their mark, keeping the race for the Orange Cap highly competitive.
Here are the top 5 IPL 2025 orange cap candidates thus far:
1. B Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans)
The Gujarat Titans’ young star, B Sai Sudharsan, has taken the league by storm. With 759 runs in 15 matches, including a brilliant unbeaten 108, he leads the pack. His impressive average of 54.21 and strike rate of 156.17 reflect both consistency and aggression. With 1 century and 6 half-centuries, Sudharsan has been the backbone of GT’s batting lineup.
2. Suryakumar Yadav (Mumbai Indians)
Known for his innovative stroke play, Suryakumar Yadav has been in sensational form for Mumbai Indians. He has scored 717 runs in 16 matches with an astonishing average of 65.18 and a strike rate of 167.91. Though he’s yet to notch a century, his 5 fifties and unbeaten high score of 73* have kept MI in the hunt.
3. Shubman Gill (Gujarat Titans)
The GT skipper and stylish opener Shubman Gill continues to deliver at the top. Shubman Gill, who has 650 runs from 15 matches, hits at 155.87 and averages 50.00. Though he hasn’t reached the three-figure mark, his 6 half-centuries, including a top score of 93*, show his reliability and class.
4. Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow Super Giants)
The Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh has been a key player for LSG this season. With 627 runs in 13 matches, including a powerful 117, Marsh combines power-hitting with composure. His average of 48.23 and a strike rate of 163.70, along with 1 century and 6 fifties, make him one of the standout overseas performers.
5. Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bangalore)
With 614 runs in 14 matches, veteran and IPL star Virat Kohli completes the top five. With an average of 55.81 and a strike rate of 146.53, Kohli’s consistency has once again shone through. Though he hasn’t scored a century this season, his 8 fifties reflect his crucial contributions at the top of the order for RCB.
As IPL 2025 heads into its final stretch, the battle for the Orange Cap is getting more intense with every match. With high-scoring games, thrilling chases, and standout individual performances, this race is far from over. Fans can expect more fireworks as players push for both team success and personal milestones.
