5 best Australian batsmen in IPL

Modified Mar 30, 2018 02:16 IST

Image result for steve smith rps sportskeeda — Steve Smith led his franchises from the front with the bat

#4 Adam Gilchrist

Image result for adam gilchrist ipl sportskeeda — Adam Gilchrist put up an inspired show to help his franchise lift the trophy in 2009

Arguably one of the most devastating opening batsmen the game has ever seen, Adam Gilchrist left an indelible mark on IPL. While his breathtaking century against Mumbai Indians was the only glimmer in a rather dismal inaugural season for Deccan Chargers, his inspired show in the second season led the franchise to be crowned as the champions.

In fact, his onslaught against Delhi Daredevils in the semi-final of the second season is considered to be one of the top knocks in the tournament's history.

Thrilling the crowds with his trademark dominance with the bat, Gilly, as he's fondly called, represented Deccan Chargers for the first three seasons before moving to Kings XI Punjab.

In a total of 80 matches, he played during his six-year IPL career, Gilchrist scored 2069 runs at a stunning strike rate of 138.39. The former Australian wicket-keeper also has two centuries in the tournament to his credit.