Mukesh Kumar, the right-arm medium-fast bowler from India, has steadily grown into a dependable pace option for Delhi Capitals in the IPL. Known for his disciplined line and ability to extract movement off the pitch, Mukesh has claimed 24 wickets in 66.3 overs at an average of 28.92 and a strike rate of 16.63. Despite not having a four or five-wicket haul yet, he has been effective with three 3-wicket innings to his name. His economy rate of 10.44 highlights his aggressive approach during powerplays and death overs, where he bowls the tougher overs. Though not a significant contributor with the bat, he has shown resilience when required, averaging 10.00 in his brief batting stints.
Mukesh Kumar vs LSG IPL Stats and Records
Mukesh Kumar has played three matches against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the IPL and picked up 2 wickets in 12 overs at an economy rate of 9.00. He delivered a standout performance on 14th May 2024, dismissing Krunal Pandya with a sharp delivery and finishing with figures of 1/41. In the latest 2024 encounter at Arun Jaitley Stadium, he scalped the crucial wicket of Nicholas Pooran, finishing with 1/33 in 4 overs, maintaining control in the death overs.
