Leading Run Scorers, Wicket Takers In The League Stage Of WPL 2023

WPL 2023: After the conclusion of 20 matches in the inaugural Women's Premier League 2023, Delhi Capitals have qualified for the finals while Mumbai Indians and UP Warriorz will clash in the Eliminator. After the league stage, let's take a look at the top 3 run scorers and top 3 wicket-takers of the WPL 2023. 

Players with the most runs in WPL 2023

#3. Sophie Devine (266 runs)

Even though Royal Challengers Bangalore failed to finish in the top 3 of the league stage, RCB opener Sophie Devine remained the third-highest scorer. The right-handed opener scored 266 runs in 8 innings at a strike rate of 173 with a top score of 99. 

#2. Tahlia McGrath (295 runs)

UP Warriorz middle-order batter Tahlia McGrath remained consistent as she scored 295 runs in 7 innings at an average of 59 and striking at 159. The batter scored 4 fifties in the league stage, the most by any batter.

#1. Meg Lanning (310 runs)

Delhi Capitals captain Meg Lanning remained the leading run-scorer of the league stage with 310 runs at an average of 51.7. The Australian maintained a strike rate of 142 as she remained consistent throughout the tournament.

Top 3 bowlers with most wickets in WPL 2023

#3. Saika Ishaque (13 wickets)

Slow left-arm bowler Saika Ishaque was a revelation for Mumbai Indians as she grabbed 13 wickets in 8 matches at an economy rate of 6.81. The bowler's best figures read 4/11 in the league stage. 

#2. Amelia Kerr (13 wickets)

Saika's teammate Amelia Kerr has also been impressive for Mumbai Indians and consistent - with 13 wickets in 8 matches without a 4-wicket haul. Moreover, the spinner has maintained an economy of 6.54 in the tournament. 

#1. Sophie Ecclestone (14 wickets)

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#1 ranked WT20I bowler Sophie Ecclestone has been in top form for UP Warriorz, grabbing 14 wickets in 8 matches. The bowler maintained an economy of 6.22 in the 8 league stage matches she played with best figures of 4/13.