Despite MI Cape Town's struggles in the SA20 2025-26 season, Mumbai Indians system player Ryan Rickelton has emerged as the tournament's leading run-scorer, showcasing exceptional form at the top of the order. The wicketkeeper-batter has amassed 199 runs in just four matches, maintaining an outstanding average close to 50.
Rickelton's consistency has been a rare positive for MI Cape Town, who have yet to register a win this season and are facing early elimination. His ability to anchor the innings and score heavily provides a strong foundation, even if the rest of the batting lineup has faltered.
As MI Cape Town prepares to face the table-topping Joburg Super Kings, the franchise will rely heavily on Rickelton to deliver another match-winning performance and secure their first victory. His current form signals strong potential value within the broader Mumbai Indians franchise system.
This analysis was generated by using official IPL statistics and live match data.
“In just four matches, the opening batter has struck 199 runs at an outstanding average touching 50, and is also leading the run-scoring charts.”
Top 5 players in Mumbai Indians with the lowest price per run in IPL 2025 (salary divided by runs scored).
| Rank | Player | Team | price-per-run-2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mumbai Indians | ₹0.26 lakh per run | |
#2 | Mumbai Indians | ₹0.89 lakh per run | |
#3 | Mumbai Indians | ₹2.08 lakh per run | |
| #4 | Mumbai Indians | ₹2.25 lakh per run | |
| #5 | Mumbai Indians | ₹2.28 lakh per run |
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Ryan Rickelton's maiden SA20 century was not enough to save MI Cape Town from a 15-run defeat to Durban Super Giants in a cracking Season 4 opener at Newlands.
The IPL remains a crucial contributor, with the Mumbai Indians retaining him for INR 18 crore, making him one of the highest-paid bowlers in league history.
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“In just four matches, the opening batter has struck 199 runs at an outstanding average touching 50, and is also leading the run-scoring charts.”
