The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season has been a rollercoaster of thrilling matches and stellar performances. Among the standout features this year has been the exceptional bowling displays, with several bowlers making a significant impact. Here’s a closer look at the top 20 wicket-takers, led by the indomitable Harshal Patel from Punjab Kings (PBKS) holds the Purple Cap.
1. Harshal Patel (PBKS)
Harshal Patel has been a revelation this season, topping the Purple Cap list with 24 wickets from 14 matches. His best bowling figures of 3/15, an average of 19.87, and a strike rate of 12.25 highlight his consistency and effectiveness, despite a high economy rate of 9.73.
2. Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
Jasprit Bumrah continues to be a mainstay for Mumbai Indians (MI), taking 20 wickets in 13 matches. His best performance of 5/21, coupled with a phenomenal economy rate of 6.48, makes him one of the most economical bowlers this season.
3. Varun Chakaravarthy (KKR)
The mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has once again spun his web around batsmen, picking up 20 wickets in 14 matches for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). With an economy of 8.18 and a strike rate of 14.40, his best figures are 3/16.
4. Arshdeep Singh (PBKS)
Arshdeep Singh, another star for Punjab Kings, has scalped 19 wickets in 14 matches. Despite an economy rate of 10.03, his strike rate of 15.89 and best figures of 4/29 showcase his ability to take crucial wickets.
5. T Natarajan (SRH)
Known for his death bowling, T Natarajan has bagged 18 wickets for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in 12 matches. His best figures of 4/19 and an economy of 9.12 underline his value in the crucial overs.
6. Yuzvendra Chahal (RR)
Rajasthan Royals’ (RR) ace spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has taken 18 wickets in 14 matches. His average of 28.44 and economy rate of 9.48 are decent, with best figures of 3/11.
7. Tushar Deshpande (CSK)
Tushar Deshpande has been a key player for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), picking up 17 wickets in 13 matches. His best figures of 4/27 and an economy rate of 8.83 highlight his prowess.
8. Harshit Rana (KKR)
Harshit Rana of KKR has claimed 17 wickets in 12 matches. His strike rate of 13.47 and economy of 9.40, with best figures of 3/24, show his effectiveness in limited overs.
9. Khaleel Ahmed (DC)
Delhi Capitals’ (DC) pacer Khaleel Ahmed has taken 17 wickets in 14 matches. Despite a higher economy rate of 9.58, his best figures of 2/21 and a strike rate of 17.64 are commendable.
10. Mukesh Kumar (DC)
Mukesh Kumar has been a standout performer for DC, with 17 wickets in 10 matches. His high economy rate of 10.36 is balanced by an excellent strike rate of 12.52 and best figures of 3/14.
11. Sunil Narine (KKR)
Veteran spinner Sunil Narine from KKR has taken 16 wickets in 14 matches. His economy rate of 6.90 is one of the best, with his best performance being 2/22.
12. Kuldeep Yadav (DC)
Kuldeep Yadav has impressed with 16 wickets in 11 matches for DC. His best figures of 4/55 and an economy of 8.69 highlight his resurgence this season.
13. Pat Cummins (SRH)
Pat Cummins, representing SRH, has taken 16 wickets in 14 matches. With best figures of 3/43, his economy rate of 9.41 reflects the challenges of bowling in T20 cricket.
14. Avesh Khan (RR)
Avesh Khan from RR has also grabbed 16 wickets in 15 matches. His best performance of 3/44 and an economy rate of 9.81 show his potential.
15. Sam Curran (PBKS)
Sam Curran, a key all-rounder for PBKS, has taken 16 wickets in 13 matches. Despite an economy of 10.14, his strike rate of 15.37 and best figures of 3/28 are impressive.
16. Andre Russell (KKR)
Andre Russell has made a significant impact with 16 wickets in 14 matches for KKR. His economy rate of 10.28 is offset by his excellent strike rate of 10.06 and best figures of 3/25.
17. Yash Dayal (RCB)
Yash Dayal of RCB has taken 15 wickets in 14 matches. His best figures of 3/20 and an economy rate of 9.14 highlight his contribution to the team.
18. Mohammed Siraj (RCB)
Another key player for RCB, Mohammed Siraj, has taken 15 wickets in 14 matches. Despite an economy rate of 9.18, his best performance of 3/43 and an average of 33.06 are notable.
19. Mitchell Starc (KKR)
Mitchell Starc has claimed 15 wickets in 13 matches for KKR. His high economy rate of 11.07 is balanced by a strike rate of 15.53 and best figures of 4/33.
20. Mustafizur Rahman (CSK)
Mustafizur Rahman from CSK rounds off the list with 14 wickets in 9 matches. His best figures of 4/29 and an economy rate of 9.26 underline his effectiveness.
The IPL 2024 season has seen some outstanding bowling performances, with Harshal Patel leading the Purple Cap race. The competition among bowlers has been fierce, with each player showcasing their skills and contributing to the thrill of the tournament. As the season progresses, it will be exciting to see who ultimately takes home the Purple Cap and leads their team to glory.