Australia's Ellyse Perry holds the record of most runs in WPL 2024. She has made 347 runs in 9 matches at a strike rate of 125.72 including 2 fifties. Meg Lanning is second with 331 runs. 
 

The Women's Premier League (WPL) is not just about big sixes and skillful bowling but also a battle for individual glory as players chase the prestigious Orange Cap and title of highest run scorer. With each match, the leaderboard changes, reflecting the talent and consistency of these batting powerhouses. 

The WPL has completed one full season. But who reigns supreme as the queen of runs in the WPL? Let's look at the top 10 players with the most runs in WPL and are fighting for the orange cap.

WPL 2024 Orange Cap List

Here is the list of top run-getters in the 2024 Women's Premier League so far.

Highest Run Scorers in WPL 2023

Here is the list of top run-getters in the 2023 Women's T20 League.

1) Meg Lanning (Delhi): 345 runs

Meg Lanning currently holds the record for scoring the most runs in the WPL and the Orange Cap. Lanning tops the table with 345 runs in 9 matches, including 2 fifties at an average of 49.28 and a strike rate of 139.11. Meg has hit 50 fours and 6 sixes during the 2023 WPL. Her effort took the Delhi Capitals to the 2023 final of the Women’s Premier League.

2) Natalie Sciver-Brunt (Mumbai): 332 runs 

Nat Sciver-Brunt is second on the list of most runs scored in WPL. She has been a consistent run-getter for England over the years, with over 6300 international runs since her debut in 2013. Nat has scored 332 runs in 10 games, including 3 half-centuries, with the help of 47 fours and 6 sixes. She was prolific in Mumbai Indians winning the title in 2023. 

Also read: Most Runs in IPL

3) Tahlia McGrath (UP): 302 runs 

Australia’s Tahlia McGrath is the third highest run-getter in the WPL. She has made 302 runs in 9 matches at an average of 50.33 and a strike rate of 158.11. Tahlia has scored 4 half-centuries in the league so far. Despite her efforts with the bat, UP Warriorz lost to Delhi Capitals in the Eliminator in 2023.   

4) Harmanpreet Kaur (Mumbai): 282 runs

India’s and Mumbai Indians captain Harmanpreet Kaur is one of the most dangerous hitters in women's cricket. She has led Mumbai to title success in the 2023 Women's T20 League, to five titles so far. Harmanpreet has scored 281 runs in 10 matches at a strike rate of 134.98 with the help of 44 fours and 3 sixes. 

5) Hayley Matthews (Mumbai): 271 runs 

Hayley Matthews is the third Mumbai Indians player to feature in the top 5 of the most run scorers in the WPL history. In 10 matches, she has scored 271 runs at a fantastic strike rate of 126.04, with 1 fifty. Besides her runs, Hayley can provide breakthroughs with the ball and her brilliant fielding.   

FAQs

Who scored the most runs in WPL 2023?

Meg Lanning was the top run scorer in WPL 2023, with 345 runs in 9 matches at a strike rate of 134.98. She scored 2 fifties and hit 56 fours and 5 sixes.
 

Who has the Orange Cap in WPL 2024?

Ellyse Perry is the Orange Cap holder in WPL 2024, courtesy being the highest run scorer. She has scored 347 runs in 9 matches.

Which Indian batter scored the most runs in WPL 2024?

Shafali Varma has scored the most runs by an Indian player in WPL 2024. She made 309 runs in 9 matches at a strike rate of 156.85.

What is the highest partnership in the WPL?

Delhi's Shafali Varma and Meg Lanning holds the record of highest partnership in WPL. The two put on 162 runs for the 1st wicket against Bangalore at the Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai on 5 March 2023.

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