- DAVID WARNER: The Australian batsman led from the front for Sunrisers Hyderabad, as he topped the run-scorers list with 641 runs from 14 games. Though Hyderabad lost in the eliminator, failing to defend their title, Warner excelled again, showing a great sense of responsibility. His highest score was 126 off 80 deliveries against Kolkata Knight Riders.
- GAUTAM GAMBHIR: Like Warner, Gambhir captained Kolkata Knight Riders to the verge of the final before they lost the second qualifier to eventual winners Mumbai Indians. He once again showed his undying hunger for runs as he milked 498 runs. One stand-out decision of his captaincy was asking West Indian spinner, Sunil Narine, to open the innings as the latter came out with flying colours. He scored huge number seven in this season.
- SHIKHAR DHAWAN: With 479 runs, Dhawan finished as the third highest run-scorer turning out for Hyderabad, who relied on him and Warner at the top of the batting order as the team from South had a thin lower-middle order. Dhawan made his critics mouth sealed up with his skills this season.