The battle for the titles of top run-scorer and leading wicket-taker has been fiercely contested in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) season nine.
As the tournament progresses, certain players have emerged as the frontrunners in accumulating runs while the race for most wickets is dominated by the bowlers of one franchise, Multan Sultans.
PSL 2024 leading run-scorer
Leading the charts is Reeza Hendricks from the Multan Sultans, who has showcased exceptional form. In the five matches he has played, Hendricks has scored a total of 246 runs with an impressive average of 61.5. His unbeaten innings of 79* and a remarkable strike rate of 135.91 underline his dominance at the crease.
Sahibzada Farhan, representing Lahore Qalandars, closely follows with 193 runs in four innings. With a stellar average of 64.33 and a high score of 72*, Farhan has been a consistent performer for his team.
The Multan Sultans' captain, Mohammad Rizwan, is also among the top run-scorers, accumulating 187 runs in five matches. His innings of 82 and an average of 37.4 reflect his contribution to the team's success.
Babar Azam of Peshawar Zalmi is not far behind, with 171 runs in three innings, boasting an impressive average of 57. His high score of 72 and a strike rate of 143.69 highlight his impact.
Rassie van der Dussen from Lahore Qalandars is in the fifth position among the top run-scorers. Van der Dussen's 166 runs in 4 innings, including an unbeaten 71, showcased his ability to anchor the innings with an average of 55.33 and a striking strike rate of 141.88.
As the competition intensifies, these batters will continue to strive for excellence, aiming to secure their position as the leading run-scorer in the PSL 9.
| Player | Innings | Runs | Highest score | Strike-rate | Average |
| Reeza Hendricks | 5 | 246 | 79* | 135.91 | 61.5 |
| Sahibzada Farhan | 4 | 193 | 72* | 146.21 | 64.33 |
| M.Rizwan | 5 | 187 | 82 | 125.5 | 37.4 |
| Babar Azam | 3 | 171 | 72 | 143.69 | 57 |
| R. van der Dussen | 4 | 166 | 71 | 141.88 | 55.33 |
PSL 2024 leading wicket-taker
The race for the leading wicket-taker has seen some standout performances by bowlers, with Mohammad Ali from Multan Sultans emerging at the top.
Ali has showcased his bowling prowess in five matches, claiming 13 wickets, with an impressive best-bowling performance of 3/19. His economical bowling with an average of 8.61, an economy rate of 5.60, and a striking rate of 9.23 made him a formidable force on the field.
Following closely behind is DJ Willey, Ali's teammate, with 8 wickets in five matches and a best bowling figure of 3/37. Willey's contributions have been significant, showcasing his skills with an average of 17.5, an economy rate of 7.36, and a striking rate of 14.25.
Abrar Ahmed of Quetta Gladiators secured the third spot with seven wickets in 4 matches, displaying a best bowling performance of 3/18. His consistent performance reflects him as a Gladiators' main weapon. He has an economy rate of 7.62 and a striking rate of 13.71.
Usama Mir and Abbas Afridi, both from Multan Sultans, complete the top five leading wicket-takers, each securing seven wickets in 5 matches. The competition among these skilled bowlers adds an exciting dimension to the PSL, showcasing their talent and impact on the tournament.
| Player | Innings | Wickets | Best figures | Average | Economy |
| M.Ali | 5 | `3 | 3/19 | 8.61 | 5.60 |
| David Willey | 5 | 8 | 3/37 | 17.5 | 7.36 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 4 | 7 | 3/18 | 17.42 | 7.62 |
| Usama Mir | 5 | 7 | 2/29 | 19.71 | 6.90 |
| Abbas Afridi | 5 | 7 | 3/33 | 23.42 | 8.63 |