The much-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is all set to start on March 22 in Kolkata, with pleasure reaching new heights amongst followers and gamers alike. Because the event attracts nearer, cricket fans are eagerly awaiting standout performances from their favourite stars. Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will kick off the season in a grand opening match towards Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), setting the stage for an additional thrilling version of the world’s hottest T20 league.
Wasim Jaffer predicts Orange Cap and Purple Cap winners
Because the countdown to IPL 2025 begins, former Indian cricketer Wasim Jaffer has shared his predictions for the event’s high particular person honors—the Orange Cap and the Purple Cap. Taking to X (previously Twitter), Jaffer named Sai Sudharsan and Arshdeep Singh as his frontrunners for the celebrated awards.
“IPL is sort of right here. Drop your orange cap, purple cap predictions beneath. I’m leaning in direction of Sai Sudharsan and Arshdeep,” Jaffer wrote on X.
IPL is sort of right here. Drop your orange cap, purple cap predictions beneath. I am leaning in direction of Sai Sudharsan and Arshdeep. #IPL2025
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) March 22, 2025
For the uninitiated, the Orange Cap is awarded to the main run-scorer of the season, whereas the Purple Cap is given to the best wicket-taker. These honors acknowledge essentially the most dominant performers with the bat and ball in every IPL season.
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Performances of the 2 stars in IPL 2024
Each Sudharsan and Arshdeep had spectacular outings within the IPL 2024 season, making them sturdy contenders for these awards in 2025.
🔹 Sai Sudharsan (Gujarat Titans)
The left-handed batter had a outstanding season with Gujarat Titans, scoring 527 runs in 12 innings at a stellar common of 47.91. His strike fee of 141.29 additional highlighted his skill to speed up when wanted. Sudharsan emerged as GT’s highest run-scorer and completed sixth total within the event’s run charts.
🔹 Arshdeep Singh (Punjab Kings)
Punjab Kings’ ace pacer Arshdeep performed 14 matches final season, choosing up 19 wickets at a mean of 26.58. Whereas he was among the many main wicket-takers, his financial system fee of 10.03 remained a priority, making him probably the most costly bowlers within the event.
With IPL 2025 across the nook, followers can be desperate to see if Jaffer’s predictions come true or if new stars rise to the event.