| Match | Opponent | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | S/R | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M1 | vs CSK | 44 | 22 | 4 | 3 | 200.0 | W |
| M2 | vs MI | 78 MOM | 40 | 5 | 7 | 195.0 | W |
| M3 | vs KKR | 12 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 150.0 | L |
| M4 | vs SRH | 39 | 21 | 3 | 3 | 185.7 | W |
| M5 | vs RR | 66 MOM | 34 | 6 | 5 | 194.1 | W |
| M6 | vs GT | 44 | 26 | 3 | 4 | 169.2 | W |
| M7 (upcoming) | vs DC | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Strike Rate Monster
186.2 is the highest strike rate among batters with 200+ runs this season. Klaasen averages more than one six per 10 balls — a ratio that makes him the tournament's most feared finisher.
Death Overs Specialist
In overs 16–20, Klaasen averages 148 runs at a strike rate of 224. He has single-handedly rescued Punjab Kings in two matches from positions of under 120 at the 15-over mark.
Weakness: Lateral Movement
His only dismissals this season came to deliveries that moved late away from off stump. Pacers targeting the channel outside off with movement have the best chance of dismissing him early.
Wicket-keeping Plus
Behind the stumps, Klaasen has 8 dismissals (5 caught, 3 stumped) in 6 games. Three stumpings are the joint-highest in the tournament — an underrated dimension of his game.
| Player | Team | Runs | S/R | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🟠 H. Klaasen | PBKS | 283 | 186.2 | 47.2 |
| S. Gill | GT | 265 | 142.5 | 44.2 |
| V. Kohli | RCB | 247 | 138.5 | 41.2 |
| R. Sharma | MI | 231 | 153.0 | 33.0 |
| R. Pant | LSG | 218 | 162.7 | 36.3 |
What is Heinrich Klaasen's T20 strike rate?
Heinrich Klaasen has a T20I strike rate over 160, making him one of the most destructive middle-order batters in world cricket. His ability to accelerate from ball one is his trademark.
Which IPL team does Heinrich Klaasen play for?
Heinrich Klaasen plays for Punjab Kings (PBKS) in IPL 2026. He is one of the team's key finishers and explosive middle-order batters.
What is Heinrich Klaasen known for in cricket?
Heinrich Klaasen is known for his explosive batting in the lower middle order, particularly in T20 cricket. His 174* against India in the 2023 World Cup innings is considered one of the greatest T20 knocks ever.
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