DJ Hussey
DJ Hussey - Batting By Season
Batting Summary
- Runs1322
- Highest Score71
- Fifties5
- Hundreds0
- Fours90
- Sixes60
- Strike Rate122
Runs Per Season
| Season | Inn | Runs | Highest | SR | 4s | 6s | 50s | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 4 | 116 | 50 | 123 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | 11 | 235 | 41 | 112 | 20 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 15 | 396 | 68 | 129 | 28 | 17 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | 8 | 64 | 21 | 101 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 6 | 94 | 31 | 109 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 4 | 98 | 43 | 166 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 13 | 319 | 71 | 123 | 19 | 17 | 2 | 0 |
DJ Hussey - Bowling By Season
Bowling Summary
- Wickets8
- Best In Match2
- Strike Rate39.62
- Economy8.97
Wickets Per Season
| Season | Inn | Wickets | Balls | Runs | SR | Eco | 3W | 4W | 5W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 | 2 | 17 | 38 | 8 | 13.4118 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 4 | 0 | 66 | 91 | 0 | 8.2727 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 6 | 3 | 54 | 63 | 18 | 7.0000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 2 | 1 | 18 | 38 | 18 | 12.6667 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 5 | 0 | 60 | 80 | 0 | 8.0000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 | 24 | 34 | 0 | 8.5000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 5 | 2 | 78 | 130 | 39 | 10.0000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
DJ Hussey - IPL Career Overview
David Hussey carved a reputation in the IPL as a fearless middle-order batsman and sharp off-spin option whose cricketing brain elevated every side he joined. The Australian’s standout years came with Kings XI Punjab, where his ability to accelerate in the death overs and marshal the outfield made him a fan favourite at Mohali. Later at Kolkata Knight Riders, Hussey’s experience shone through as he stabilised chases and mentored a young core preparing for back-to-back title runs. Across stints with Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians, his adaptability proved vital—slotting in at No. 4 or 5 against spin or pace, and always providing a reliable sixth bowling option. Renowned for reading match-ups quickly, he captained Punjab in patches, showcasing tactical tweaks that maximised limited resources. His calm finishing, sharp fielding inside the circle, and knack for breaking partnerships with flighted off-breaks kept him on franchises’ radar season after season.
DJ Hussey IPL Career Summary – 1,322 Runs at 122 Strike-Rate, 90 Fours & 60 Sixes Across Seven Seasons Australian all-rounder DJ Hussey lit up the IPL from 2008 to 2014, amassing 1,322 runs off 1,075 balls at an explosive strike-rate of 122. Appearing in 61 innings for Kolkata Knight Riders, Kings XI Punjab and Chennai Super Kings, Hussey struck 90 boundaries and cleared the rope 60 times, giving bowlers little margin for error. His highest score of 71 underlined his ability to turn starts into match-turning knocks, and his five half-centuries proved he could anchor or accelerate at will. Though primarily valued for his batting, Hussey also rolled his arm over, sending down 317 balls and claiming eight wickets at an economy of 8.97. His best figures of two for 22 came in pressure situations, showcasing his knack for breaking partnerships when the team needed it most. Spanning seven seasons and three franchises, Hussey’s journey began with KKR in 2008, shifted to Punjab where he became a mainstay from 2011-2013, and concluded with the title-winning Chennai Super Kings in 2014. With 1,322 runs, 60 sixes and a strike-rate north of 120, DJ Hussey remains one of the IPL’s most consistent and entertaining middle-order batsmen of the early tournament years.
Note: This overview is partially generated using AI and is based on statistical data.