IPL Match Analysis Using Python
Objective:
This project involves analyzing two datasets — Matches.csv and Deliveries.csv — using
Python libraries like Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib. Students are expected to explore,
clean, analyze, and visualize data, extracting meaningful insights about IPL matches.
Datasets Overview:
1. Matches.csv: Contains match-level data such as teams, venues, results, and
winning margins.
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2. Deliveries.csv: Contains ball-by-ball delivery-level details like runs scored, batsmen,
bowlers, and dismissals.
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Instructions for the Project:
1. Load the Data
○ Load both datasets using Pandas.
○ Perform initial inspection using head(), info(), describe() functions.
2. Data Cleaning
○ Check for null values and handle them appropriately.
○ Correct column names if needed (e.g., team names or venue names with
inconsistent formatting).
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○ Drop irrelevant columns (if any) after justification.
3. Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA):
Use appropriate functions to answer the following:
Match-Level Analysis (Using Matches.csv):
○ Q1: Which team won the most matches in the dataset?
■ Hint: Use value_counts() on the winner column.
○ Q2: What is the average winning margin (runs and wickets)?
■ Hint: Use .mean() on the win_by_runs and win_by_wickets
columns.
○ Q3: What are the top 5 cities where matches were held?
■ Hint: Use value_counts() on the city column.
○ Q4: Find the venue with the most matches hosted.
○ Q5: Which player won the most "Player of the Match" awards?
4. Ball-Level Analysis (Using Deliveries.csv):
○ Q6: Which batsman scored the most runs overall?
■ Hint: Group by batsman and sum up batsman_runs.
○ Q7: Which bowler took the most wickets?
■ Hint: Use player_dismissed and dismissal_kind filters.
○ Q8: What is the distribution of extras (wide, no-ball, leg-byes)?
■ Hint: Use wide_runs, noball_runs, bye_runs, legbye_runs.
○ Q9: Which team scored the highest runs in a single match?
■ Hint: Group by match_id and sum the total_runs.
○ Q10: Plot the trend of total runs scored per over in a match
(visualization).
5. Visualization: Use Matplotlib or Seaborn to create the following visualizations:
○ Plot the top 5 teams with the most wins.
○ Bar chart of the top 5 batsmen with the highest runs.
○ Distribution of winning margins (runs and wickets) using histograms.
○ Line plot showing runs scored across overs in a specific match.
6. Conclusion:
Summarize your key findings and observations from the analysis.
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KPI for Evaluation (Key Performance Indicators):
1. Code Efficiency:
○ Use vectorized operations instead of loops.
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○ Clean and modular code with comments.
2. Data Cleaning:
○ Identification and handling of missing or inconsistent data.
3. Logical Analysis:
○ Correctly answering all questions with relevant explanations.
4. Visualization:
○ Clarity and aesthetics of plots.
○ Appropriate chart types for given questions.
5. Insights:
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○ Provide actionable observations based on the analysis.
Hints for Students:
1. Use groupby and aggregate functions like sum(), mean(), or count() for
analysis.
2. Visualize data trends using matplotlib.pyplot or seaborn.
3. Use filters (e.g., player_dismissed for analyzing wickets).
4. Keep exploring the datasets step-by-step and validate each output.
Deliverables:
1. Python Jupyter Notebook (.ipynb).
2. Visualizations embedded within the notebook or provided as images.
3. A short report summarizing answers and conclusions.
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