David Miller 36 runs away from becoming 4th South Africa batter to this IPL feat

April 1, 2025 Credit: Getty

SA's high-scoring trio in IPL

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AB de Villiers

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Faf du Plessis

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Quinton de Kock

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Miller's tally so far

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Miller's big numbers

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Miller in IPL 2025 so far

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