- AB de Villiers (Royal Challengers Bangalore):
Mr.360, as he is called by his fans, was once again at his best in RCB’s opening game against the Sunrisers. He smashed 82 of just 42 balls on the night as he lifted his team to a total of 226 and gave his team their first points on board. He has the ability to score even off the best bowlers in the tournament and is a serious threat to the Orange Cap this season. He is currently the highest run-getter in the current season of the IPL to have played only a single game and is well on course to lead the pack.