IPL in pictures: the run machines in IPL 6

Some players make sure they make most of the opportunities they get in the IPL and accumulate as many runs as possible. Each team has players who play the anchor role and make sure the scoreboard keeps ticking. These players go on to make big scores as they end up accelerating at the end.

Here is a list of 9 players, one from each IPL 6 team who could top the run charts this season.

Ajinkya Rahane (Rajasthan Royals)

One of the main-stays of the RR line-up. Rahane will be hungry for runs as he has always been.

Shaun Marsh (Kings XI Punjab)

He burst on to the scene with a great IPL 2008. He would love to make IPL 6 his own.

Steve Smith (Pune Warriors India)

Steve Smith was the lone shining star in a nightmare season for the PWI last year. He could be their main man this year as well.

Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bangalore)

The Vice-Captain of the Indian cricket team would love to improve on his performance in IPL 5

Rohit Sharma (Mumbai Indians)

Rohit Sharma will aim to use IPL 6 as a platform to come back into the Indian team.

Kumar Sangakkara (Sunrisers Hyderabad)

Sangakkara will have to lead his team from the front is theyare to make any impression in the IPL.

Murali Vijay (Chennai Super Kings)

Murali Vijay will be on a high after the 2 centuries against the Aussies

Mahela Jayawardene (Delhi Daredevils)

The Captain of the DD could be a key player in the middle order

Gautam Gambhir (Kolkata Kinght Riders)

KKR captain could once again inspire his team and take them to the pinnacle.

Just like the big hitters, the Run Machines will be crucial in shaping the fortunes of their teams. These players could rule the games between overs 7-12 and could set the foundation for a blasting finish.