Australian speedster Jhye Richardson may have played only two IPL seasons—2021 with Punjab Kings and 2024 with Delhi Capitals—but the 27-year-old right-arm quick has already shown glimpses of his wicket-taking ability in the shortest format. Across four bowling innings he has snapped three wickets, including a best of 2 for 23, while sending down 90 balls at an impressive strike-rate of 30.00. His economy sits at 10.47 runs per over, a number that reflects both the high-risk T20 environment and Richardson’s attacking mindset of always hunting dismissals. With the bat, Richardson has chipped in 17 runs from 26 balls, striking two fours, but his primary value remains with the ball in hand. After two injury-interrupted campaigns, IPL 2024 marked a fresh start at Delhi Capitals where the franchise banked on his express pace and sharp bouncers to bolster their death-over arsenal. If he stays fit, Richardson’s wicket-taking knack and proven international pedigree could turn him into one of the most impactful overseas quicks in the seasons ahead.

Faf du Plessis has become one of the most bankable IPL openers across 13 seasons and four franchises, culminating in his 2025 stint with Delhi Capitals. The South African has stacked up 4,773 runs at a strike rate of 135, carving 439 boundaries and clearing the rope 174 times—numbers that paint the picture of a batsman who keeps the scoreboard in perpetual motion. With 39 half-centuries from 147 innings, he has built consistency into aggression, while his unbeaten 96 remains the tantalising high-water mark just short of a maiden IPL ton. From Chennai Super Kings’ yellow to Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s red and now Delhi Capitals’ blue, du Plessis has turned every jersey into a run-making statement, proving that adaptability and class travel well in T20 cricket.

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