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Despite the ongoing England-India Test Series still the wait for IPL 2021 is something that has kept the cricket fans under the radar. Now many overseas players have also been given a green signal to participate in the phase 2 of IPL 2021 as it is also considered to be a good practice before the ICC T20 World Cup which will also be held in UAE. The value and reputation which IPL has earned over the years can't be just described in words as even before a month the hype for the tour is just getting crazy among the fans.
With 25 more days to go for IPL 2021, let us have a look at some of the facts related to number 25 from Indian Premier League
25: Ravindra Jadeja completed his fifty from 25 balls during his stunning knock of 62*(28) vs RCB in Phase 1 of IPL 2021.
Interesting fact about that knock from Jadeja is that he became only the 2nd player to smash 36 runs in an over in IPL after Chris Gayle. Surprise knock from Jadeja in the final over and his ability with the ball has ensured CSK defeated a threatening RCB side convincingly.
25: Mumbai Indians star player Hardik Pandya has smashed 25 sixes in IPL in UAE.
Hardik Pandya was very impressive during IPL 2020 with a S.R of 178.98. Currently, the all-rounder who is out of form with bat would be desperate to make a comeback in 2nd phase of IPL 2021 which is scheduled to happen in UAE like IPL 2020.
25: Mr. IPL Suresh Raina has 25 wickets in his IPL career.
Chinna Thala Suresh Raina, who is often known for his contributions with bat has also picked a handful amount of 25 wickets in his IPL career. Raina though retired from international cricket is very eager to lift IPL 2021 title for his favorite sportsperson Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
25: Shimron Hetmyer has 25 sixes in his IPL career so far.
The West Indian power hitter has been in very good touch in 1st phase of IPL 2021 & in the recent T20Is as well. Hetmyer is expected to carry through his good form in the 2nd phase of IPL 2021 as well.