IPL 2012 Season Review: IPL Records, History & Full Stats (Updated 2025)
A season of records and drama, IPL 2012 concluded with Kolkata Knight Riders lifting the trophy. The tournament showcased the best of T20 cricket across 74 games, with fans treated to 22453 runs in total.
🏅 Record Holder
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| Rank | Player | Runs | Balls | SR | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Chris Gayle | 720 | 451 | 159.65 | 57 | 46 |
| #2 | Gautam Gambhir | 590 | 411 | 143.55 | 17 | 64 |
| #3 | S Dhawan | 568 | 438 | 129.68 | 18 | 58 |
| #4 | Ajinkya Rahane | 560 | 433 | 129.33 | 10 | 73 |
| #5 | Virender Sehwag | 495 | 307 | 161.24 | 19 | 57 |
| #6 | Cameron White | 475 | 319 | 148.90 | 20 | 40 |
| #7 | Rahul Dravid | 462 | 412 | 112.14 | 4 | 63 |
| #8 | Suresh Raina | 440 | 324 | 135.80 | 19 | 36 |
| #9 | Rohit Sharma | 432 | 341 | 126.69 | 18 | 39 |
| #10 | Mandeep Singh | 431 | 341 | 126.39 | 7 | 53 |
Analysis & Insights
The battle for the Orange Cap was intense, with CH Gayle eventually claiming the honor with 733 runs. The season saw batters dominate, hitting a total of 6 centuries and 96 half-centuries. CH Gayle produced the innings of the tournament with a magnificent 128 off just 62 balls.On the bowling front, M Morkel was the standout performer, taking home the Purple Cap with 30 wickets. Spinners and pacers alike found their moments, contributing to a total of 858 wickets falling throughout the tournament.The season featured 733 maximums and 1911 boundaries, entertaining crowds across all venues. From nail-biting finishes to dominant team performances, IPL 2012 added another thrilling chapter to the league's history.
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