In IPL 2025, we have seen some great performances from the Indian stars, along with a few overseas players as well. Players like Josh Hazlewood, Nicholas Pooran and Jos Buttler have shown why they are considered one of the best in the world in T20 cricket.

In this article, we all talk about a few of those impactful overseas players in IPL 2025 who have helped their teams win in the tournament so far. Read the full article to know about a few new names as well.

Nicholas Pooran (West Indies) | LSG

Nicholas Pooran of LSG is one of the impactful overseas players in IPL 2025 — Nicholas Pooran during his iconic knock of 87* from 36 balls against KKR in IPL 2025. Image | Instagram

The West Indies power-hitter, Nicholas Pooran, is having an incredible season with the bat this year. He has consistently proved himself and played some match-winning knocks for LSG in IPL 2025.

Pooran is also among the top 5 contenders in the race for orange cap. He has scored 377 runs in 9 matches with a strike rate above 200.

Pooran's stats in IPL 2025 so far

Matches: 9

Runs: 377

Batting Average: 47.12

Highest Score: 87*

Strike Rate: 204.89

Josh Hazlewood (Australia) | RCB

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood is an impactful overseas player in IPL 2025 — Josh Hazlewood during his match-winning spell of 4-33-4 against RR in IPL 2025. Image | Instagram

The Australian pacer, Josh Hazlewood, is a key bowler for RCB in IPL 2025. His wicket-taking abilities in the death overs has turned out to be game changing for the team. His experience brings a strong balance in the bowling unit of RCB.

Hazlewood’s strong impact is highly crucial for RCB's progress in the tournament.

Hazlewood's stats in IPL 2025 so far

Matches: 9

Wickets: 16

Economy Rate: 8.37

Best Bowling Figure: 4/33

Jos Buttler (England) | GT

Jos Buttler from England is one of the impactful overseas players in IPL 2025 | sportzpoint.com — Jos Buttler in action against DC to score 97* off 54 balls in IPL 2025. Image | Instagram

Jos Buttler is having yet another magnificent IPL season this year. He consistently stood up for the Gujarat Titans, keeping them ahead in the points table. He scored three half-centuries this season, with 97* from 54 balls being his highest so far.

Just like previous years, Buttler has once again proved to be one of the most impactful overseas players in IPL 2025.

Buttler's stats in IPL 2025 so far

Matches: 8

Runs: 356

Batting Average: 71.20

Highest Score: 97*

Strike Rate: 165.58

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Noor Ahmad (Afghanistan) | CSK

noor ahmad | sportzpoint.com — Noor Ahmad during his 4 wicket haul against Mumbai Indians in IPL 2025. Image | Pinterest

Noor Ahmad, the young spinner from Afghanistan, has been impressive this season. He picked up crucial wickets for CSK and proved to be one of the impactful overseas players in IPL 2025.

Noor will definitely have a fair shot at being the purple cap holder if CSK qualifies for the playoffs. He also has a decent bowling average and economy.

Noor's stats in IPL 2025 so far

Matches: 9

Wickets: 14

Economy Rate: 8.03

Best Bowling Figure: 4/18

Ryan Rickelton (South Africa) | MI

South Ryan Rickelton finds a spot in the list of impactful overseas players in IPL 2025 | sportzpoint.com — Ryan Rickelton celebrating his maiden half century in IPL 2025 for Mumbai Indians. Image | IPL T20

Ryan Rickelton is a South African wicket-keeper batsman who made his debut in IPL 2025 for the Mumbai Indians. He is also the highest scorer among the overseas batters in the team. He contributes impressively, not only with the bat, but also with gloves behind the wickets.

Rickelton's stats in IPL 2025 so far

Matches: 9

Runs: 215

Batting Average: 26.87

Highest Score: 62*

Strike Rate: 146.25

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Mitchell Starc (Australia) | DC

Australian bowler Mitchell Starc in the list of impactful overseas players in IPL 2025 | sportzpoint.com — Mitchell Starc in action against Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025. Image | Instagram

The Australian legend, who was a part of the winning team in IPL 2024, is one of the leading wicket-takers for Delhi Capitals this season. Mitchell Starc is the only bowler to take five wickets in a match, having the best bowling figures in IPL 2025 so far.

Starc undoubtedly falls in the category of impactful overseas players in IPL 2025 for the gem of a player he is.

Starc's stats in IPL 2025 so far

Matches: 8

Wickets: 11

Economy Rate: 10.06

Best Bowling Figure: 5/35

Mitchell Marsh (Australia) | LSG

LSG opener Mitchell Marsh in the list of impactful overseas players in IPL 2025 | sportzpoint.com — Mitchell Marsh after scoring his 3rd IPL half-century of the season. Image | BBC

Another international star from Australia to make a spot in this list for his impactful batting performance in IPL 2025. Mitchell Marsh opens with the bat for LSG and gives a head start with his steady batting.

Marsh has scored 4 half-centuries in IPL 2025, with 81 off 48 balls being his highest score so far in the tournament.

Marsh's stats in IPL 2025 so far

Matches: 8

Runs: 344

Batting Average: 43.00

Highest Score: 81

Strike Rate: 160.74

Jofra Archer (England) | RR

Jofra Archer from England in the list of impactful overseas players in IPL 2025 | sportzpoint.com — Jofra Archer after taking his third wicket in a match against PBKS in IPL 2025. Image | BBC

The right-arm fast bowler from England is the key bowler for the Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025. Jofra Archer has been one of the impactful overseas players to have bowled the most dot balls this season. His pace with the new ball has given a tough time to the batters facing him.

Archer's stats so far in IPL 2025

Matches: 9

Wickets: 9

Economy Rate: 9.25

Best Bowling Figure: 3/25

Read Also: IPL Facts: Best Economy in IPL Since 2024

Other impactful overseas players to watch out for in IPL 2025

Apart from the well-crafted list above, there are some other international names that hold to potential to be as impactful. Here are such players, based on their ongoing performance in IPL 2025:

1. Aiden Markram (South Africa) | LSG

Aiden Markram has been contributing as a compact all-rounder for the Lucknow Super Giants.

2. Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka) | RR

Hasaranga adds a pillar of strength with his wicket-taking spells for Rajasthan.

3. Trent Boult (New Zealand) | MI

Despite having a mediocre start to the tournament, Trent Boult is picking up the pace with each passing match.

4. Phil Salt (England) | RCB

Phil Salt has showed a glimpse of his batting storm this season and is yet to score more by staying at the crease for longer.

5. Marco Jansen (South Africa) | PBKS

Marco Jansen has strengthened the bowling unit of PBKS, contributing to their close-finish victories.

6. Moeen Ali (South Africa) | KKR

Having played only 4 matches so far, Moeen Ali proved to have the best bowling economy in IPL 2025 so far.

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