Top 5 Performances Of Ben Stokes In IPL

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Ben Stokes, the New Zealand-born England cricketer, has undoubtedly established himself as one of the premier all-rounders in contemporary cricket. His prowess with both bat and ball has been instrumental in England's successes, notably their World Cup 2019 victory and memorable moments such as his heroic century at Headingley during the Ashes series. 

Stokes's impact extends to the Indian Premier League (IPL) as well.

In his inaugural IPL season in 2017, Stokes commanded attention when he was purchased by the Rising Pune Supergiant for a staggering price of INR 14.5 crore. He immediately justified his price tag with stellar performances, including an unbeaten century.

While Stokes faced some challenges in the IPL seasons of 2018 and 2019, he bounced back in the IPL 2020 edition, showcasing his aggressive batting style with 285 runs from 8 matches, including a spectacular century while opening the batting against the Mumbai Indians.

Stokes played only one match in the 2021 IPL and did not participate in the 2022 season. Injuries and various factors can sometimes impact a player's availability for certain seasons. For the 2023 IPL, Stokes decided to participate and gave his name for the IPL auction. Chennai Super Kings bought the premier all-rounder for a whopping 16.25 crores, the third-highest purchase in the auction.

In this article, At One.Cricket let's delve into the top 5 performances of Ben Stokes In IPL. 

1.  107* vs Mumbai Indians  (2020)

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In the Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians match in IPL 2020, Rajasthan faced a challenging target of 196 runs to secure victory. Despite losing two early wickets with only 44 runs on the board, the team mounted a strong comeback led by the partnership between Ben Stokes and Sanju Samson.

Ben Stokes played a pivotal role in steering Rajasthan towards the target. His explosive innings of 107* runs off just 60 deliveries showcased his exceptional batting skills and ability to handle quality bowling attacks. Stokes, along with Samson, took the attack to the Mumbai Indians bowlers, displaying aggression and determination throughout their partnership.

2. 103* vs Gujarat Lions (2017)

In the IPL 2017 match between Rising Pune Supergiants and Gujarat Lions, the Supergiants faced a challenging task of chasing down 161 runs for victory. However, their innings didn't start well as they found themselves struggling at 42 for 4 at one stage.

Ben Stokes emerged as the saviour for the Supergiants in this crucial encounter. He played a magnificent innings, displaying both resilience and aggression as he anchored the innings. 

Stokes's match-winning knock of 103* runs off just 63 deliveries was instrumental in the Supergiants' victory. His ability to handle pressure situations and his aggressive yet calculated approach earned him the Man of the Match award for his outstanding performance.

3. 3/18 vs Kolkata Knight Riders (2017)

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Ben Stokes has showcased his bowling prowess in the Indian Premier League on numerous occasions. One notable instance was on April 20, 2017, when he represented the Rising Pune Supergiant against the Kolkata Knight Riders.

During that match, Stokes delivered an exceptional bowling performance, picking up 3 wickets while conceding just 18 runs. His ability to combine accuracy with variations made him a formidable asset for his team, as he troubled the Kolkata Knight Riders batsmen with his skilful bowling.

4.  3/28 vs Delhi Daredevils (2018)

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On May 5, 2018, during a match between the Rajasthan Royals and the Delhi Daredevils in the Indian Premier League (IPL), Ben Stokes showcased his bowling capability by taking 3 wickets for 28 runs. His impactful bowling performance played a crucial role in helping the Rajasthan Royals secure a competitive edge in the match against their opponents.

Stokes's ability to pick up key wickets and contain the opposition's scoring rate exemplified his effectiveness as a bowler in the IPL. 

5. 3/32 vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (2018)

In 2018 in a match between the Rajasthan Royals and the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Ben Stokes delivered a noteworthy bowling performance. He took 3 wickets for 32 runs during this encounter.

Stokes's contribution with the ball played a significant role in the Rajasthan Royals efforts to contain the Royal Challengers Bangalore's batting lineup. His ability to take key wickets and maintain pressure on the opposition exemplified his value as a crucial asset for Rajasthan Royals .