The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is alive and kicking. A total of 50 matches have been played in IPL 2023 while the franchises involved have provided immense entertainment to their loyal supporters. After more than a month of action in the cash-rich tournament, all the teams are gearing up for the business end of the competition. On May 6 (Saturday), Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals bagged two crucial points after winning their respective matches against Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bangalore respectively.
When it comes to the race for Orange Cap, Faf du Plessis leads the pack at the moment and is the only batter to score the 500-run mark this season so far.
Let's take a look at the leading run-scorers of IPL 2023 so far:
1. Faf du Plessis: The stylish right-handed batter has aggregated 511 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 157.72 and an average of 56.78.
2. Devon Conway: Chennai Super Kings' opening batter has scored 458 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate of 139.21 and an average of 57.25.
3. Yashasvi Jaiswal: In fine form this season, Jaiswal has aggregated 442 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 158.42 and an average of 44.20.
4. Virat Kohli: RCB's maverick batter, Virat Kohli has scored 419 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 135.16 and an average of 46.56.
5. Ruturaj Gaikwad: Chennai Super Kings' opening batter has scored 384 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate of 148.26 and an average of 42.67.
6. Shubman Gill: The Gujarat Titans' opener has scored 375 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 135.87 and an average of 37.50.
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