The openers play a crucial role in T20 cricket when it comes to setting a foundation of an innings, whether they are setting the target or chasing one.
Similar has been the case on the Indian Premier League 2025. The teams have tried to make an optimum use of their openers' prowess.
When you look at the table, the teams like Lucknow Super Giants has had their openers playing a huge role in their success in the early stages of the tournament.
On the other hand, the Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians have struggled to get wins under their belt and their openers' performances have been under the scanner.
READ MORE: New low for Chennai Super Kings - Top 5 biggest IPL defeats for CSK in terms of balls remaining
In this article, TSN ranks the top 5 and bottom 5 openers of IPL 2025.
Who are the best openers of IPL 2025?
Mitchell Marsh has been the best opener of the tournament so far, both for his explosiveness and consistency in racking up runs.
Sai Sudharsan who sticks along deep into the innings has a lower strike rate, which is still effective is just behind him.
CRICKET CASHBACK: Click here to earn 10% cashback up to INR 20,000 weekly when you bet with Dafabet
Below is the ranking of the best openers, considering their consistency, explosiveness, and impact on their team's performances.
| Opener | Innings | Runs | Avg/SR | Highest | 50/100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Marsh | 5 | 265 | 53.00/180.27 | 81 | 4/0 |
| Sai Sudharsan | 6 | 329 | 64.83/151.61 | 82 | 4/0 |
| Virat Kohli | 6 | 248 | 62.00/143.35 | 67 | 3/0 |
| Aiden Makram | 6 | 202 | 33.66/153.03 | 58 | 2/0 |
| Priyansh Arya | 5 | 194 | 38.80/220.45 | 103 | 0/1 |
[Ranking and stats correct as of April 13]
Who are the worst-performing openers of IPL 2025?
Unfortunately, India's ODI and Test captain, Rohit Sharma has not been able to contribute anything with the bat so far in the tournament with just over 50 runs scored.
Follow The Sporting News India on WhatsApp
Below is the list of the worst-performing openers of the season based on their performances either negatively affecting the results of their respective teams or whose performances have put added pressure on their teammates.
Jake Fraser McGurk got a 38 as his highest score, however, has only managed 8 more runs in the other 4 innings in the campaign.
PREDICT who will score the most runs in the season and win exclusive rewards for each correct call!
The likes of Quinton de Kock and Prabhsimran Singh have batted well in phases but have failed to show consistency and hold the games with the scruff of their necks so far.
| Opener | Innings | Runs | Avg/SR | Highest | 50/100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Fraser-McGurk | 5 | 46 | 9.20/100.00 | 38 | 0/0 |
| Rohit Sharma | 5 | 56 | 11.20/136.58 | 18 | 0/0 |
| Rachin Ravindra | 6 | 149 | 29.80/126.27 | 65* | 1/0 |
| Quinton de Kock | 6 | 141 | 28.20/141.00 | 97* | 1/0 |
| Prabhsimran Singh | 5 | 133 | 26.60/160.24 | 69 | 1/0 |
[Ranking and stats correct as of April 13]