From Mitchell Marsh To Noor Ahmad: Top 5 Overseas Players In IPL 2025 After RCB Clinch Maiden Title

Top 5 Overseas Players In IPL 2025: The 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League delivered yet another season of high-octane action, culminating in Royal Challengers Bengaluru lifting their maiden trophy and breaking an 18-year jinx, defeating Punjab Kings by 6 wickets.

While Indian stars shone throughout, several overseas players made massive contributions that shaped their teams' campaigns. Here's a look at the top five international performers of IPL 2025:

1. Mitchell Marsh (Lucknow Super Giants)

The Australian all-rounder was in sublime form for LSG, providing explosive starts at the top. One of his standout performances came against Gujarat Titans, where he smashed 117, finally converting three figures after a string of 80s. Marsh's aggressive intent and versatility made him one of the most valuable overseas assets this season.

2. Noor Ahmad (Chennai Super Kings)

The young Afghan spinner impressed with his deceptive variations and calm under pressure. Noor was particularly effective against despite his team finishing last, dismantling the opposition's middle order. Throughout the season, his ability to take wickets at crucial junctures made him the best foreign bowler as he finished second with 24 wickets.

3. Nicholas Pooran (Lucknow Super Giants)

Pooran's power-hitting was on full display this season. The West Indian wicketkeeper-batter played one of the best knocks of IPL 2025 - an unbeaten 87 off just 36 deliveries against KKR, peppered with eight sixes. His fearless middle-order hitting often helped LSG post or chase down imposing totals and finished the season with most number of sixes hit (40).

4. Josh Hazlewood (Royal Challengers Bengaluru)

Hazlewood played a key role in RCB's title-winning campaign. His control and accuracy with the new ball were exemplary as he finished with 22 wickets. The Australian quick was RCB's go-to man in pressure situations, and he delivered more often than not.

5. Jos Buttler (Gujarat Titans)

England's white-ball skipper brought firepower to Gujarat Titans' top order something which is not talked about. His consistency and experience helped GT secure several crucial wins. While he didn't have his most prolific season statistically, Buttler's impact and presence in the XI gave GT a competitive edge at the top.

From fiery fast bowling to destructive hitting, these overseas stars added flair, class, and match-winning brilliance to IPL 2025.