As we wrap up another thrilling season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2024, it’s essential to take a closer look at the players who faced challenges and struggled to make an impact on the field. While the IPL is renowned for showcasing top-notch cricketing talent, there were instances in this season where certain players failed to live up to expectations, leaving fans disappointed. Join us as we examine the performances of these struggling players, highlighting the moments where they fell short and exploring the factors behind their underwhelming displays.
Here’s the list of players who struggled this season
In the 2024 IPL season, Glenn Maxwell’s performance for RCB fell far short of expectations. Despite his reputation for big hits, Maxwell managed only 52 runs in 10 matches, with a highest score of just 28. Known for his ability to clear the boundary with ease, Maxwell could only muster two sixes throughout the entire season. His lackluster contribution proved costly for RCB, particularly in crucial playoff matches where he failed to make an impact, epitomized by a disappointing duck in the match against RR, contributing to his team’s loss.
2. David Warner
David Warner had a challenging season in the 2024 IPL, managing just 168 runs in 8 matches. He faltered in important games and often fell early in the powerplay overs. With an average of only 21, Warner couldn’t provide the impactful performances expected from him, leaving room for improvement in the next season.
3. Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya’s move from Gujarat Titans to Mumbai Indians in the 2024 IPL season didn’t bring the desired success. As captain, he couldn’t turn the team’s fortunes around, as Mumbai finished last in the table. Pandya’s performance with both bat and ball was disappointing, failing to make significant contributions. His underwhelming displays even led to him being booed by the crowd, highlighting a challenging season for the star all-rounder.
4. R Ashwin
R Ashwin had a disappointing season in the 2024 IPL, falling short of expectations. Despite playing 15 matches, he only managed to take 9 wickets, with an economy rate of 8.49. Ashwin struggled to make an impact, often going wicketless in matches. In the recent game against RR, he failed to contain runs and couldn’t pick up any wickets, adding to his lackluster performance throughout the season.
5. Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Bhuvneshwar Kumar, known for his precision and consistency, faced a challenging season in the 2024 IPL. Despite playing 15 matches, he only managed to secure 11 wickets. Kumar struggled to maintain his tight line and length, often conceding runs in both the powerplay and death overs. Despite SRH reaching the finals, Kumar’s contributions were limited, reflecting a decline in his performance compared to previous seasons.