Since the announcement of the Indian squad for the ICC T20 World Cup, IPL 2024 has witnessed seven matches, showcasing varied performances from the selected stars. While some players struggled, others shone brightly, notably through exemplary bowling by Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and all-round displays by Ravindra Jadeja.
Rohit Sharma (Grade: C): Rohit Sharma’s bat failed to fire in recent encounters. With scores of 4, 11, and 4 in successive matches, his performance for Mumbai Indians was below par.
Yashasvi Jaiswal (Grade: A): In contrast, Yashasvi Jaiswal found his rhythm just before the T20 World Cup. The explosive left-hander’s scintillating knock of 67 runs from 40 balls showcased his regained touch.
Virat Kohli (Grade: A): Royal Challengers Bangalore’s captain, Virat Kohli, continued his stellar form, amassing 542 runs in 11 games, including a crucial 42-run innings against formidable opponents.
Suryakumar Yadav (Grade: B): Suryakumar Yadav’s form fluctuated, from a modest 10 to a blistering century. Despite inconsistency, his unbeaten 102 off 52 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad kept Mumbai Indians’ playoff hopes alive.
Hardik Pandya (Grade: B): Hardik Pandya’s all-round prowess was on display, with notable contributions with both bat and ball. While he faltered against Lucknow Super Giants, he bounced back impressively against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Rishabh Pant (Grade: C): Rishabh Pant, after recovering from injury, showcased glimpses of brilliance with consecutive half-centuries, securing his spot in the T20 World Cup squad.
Ravindra Jadeja (Grade: B): Ravindra Jadeja’s performances were inconsistent, with notable contributions with bat and ball against Punjab Kings. Despite a slow start, his all-round capabilities remain vital for Chennai Super Kings.
Kuldeep Yadav (Grade: B): Kuldeep Yadav’s 12 wickets in 8 games justified his selection for Delhi Capitals, promising to maintain his impressive form in the remaining matches.
Jasprit Bumrah (Grade: A): Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling spearheaded Mumbai Indians’ campaign, leading the wicket charts with 18 scalps. Despite a rare wicketless game, his economical spells remained instrumental.
Mohammed Siraj (Grade: C): Mohammed Siraj showcased signs of resurgence post-squad announcement, contributing crucial breakthroughs for his team with 2 wickets against Gujarat Titans.
Arshdeep Singh (Grade: C): Arshdeep Singh’s resurgence after a slow start was evident, with impactful performances against Chennai Super Kings, contributing to his tally of 15 wickets in IPL 2024.
