Most Wickets in IPL 2025: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 was a thrilling season for cricket fans, especially those who love seeing bowlers dominate. In a T20 format where batsmen often grab the spotlight, it was heartening to see bowlers making a big impact. Let’s dive into the complete and updated list of the top wicket-takers, Purple Cap holder, and major bowling records from IPL 2025.
Top 10 Wicket-Takers in IPL 2025 (Updated)
Here is the latest list of the bowlers with the most wickets in IPL 2025:
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling | Economy | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JR Hazlewood | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 10 | 18 | 4/33 | 8.44 | 17.27 | 12.27 |
| 2 | M Prasidh Krishna | Gujarat Titans | 8 | 16 | 4/41 | 7.29 | 14.12 | 11.62 |
| 3 | Noor Ahmad | Chennai Super Kings | 9 | 14 | 4/18 | 8.03 | 17.78 | 13.28 |
| 4 | HV Patel | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 8 | 13 | 4/28 | 9.03 | 18.76 | 12.46 |
| 5 | KH Pandya | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 10 | 13 | 4/45 | 8.62 | 21.23 | 14.76 |
| 6 | TA Boult | Mumbai Indians | 10 | 13 | 4/26 | 8.55 | 23.69 | 16.61 |
| 7 | R Sai Kishore | Gujarat Titans | 8 | 12 | 3/30 | 8.22 | 16.33 | 11.91 |
| 8 | Kuldeep Yadav | Delhi Capitals | 9 | 12 | 3/22 | 6.55 | 19.66 | 18.00 |
| 9 | HH Pandya | Mumbai Indians | 9 | 12 | 5/36 | 9.11 | 19.75 | 13.00 |
| 10 | Mohammed Siraj | Gujarat Titans | 8 | 12 | 4/17 | 8.84 | 23.58 | 16.00 |
Purple Cap Winner of IPL 2025
Josh Hazlewood (RCB) won the Purple Cap for taking the highest number of wickets in IPL 2025.
- Wickets: 18 wickets in 10 matches
- Best Bowling: 4/33
- Economy Rate: 8.44
Hazlewood’s accuracy, pace, and bounce made him extremely difficult to face, especially in the powerplay and death overs.
M Prasidh Krishna: Gujarat’s Bowling Star
Prasidh Krishna made a strong comeback, helping Gujarat Titans reach important wins. He bowled with great pace and took 16 wickets in just 8 matches at a superb strike rate of 11.62. His best figures were 4/41, showing his ability to break partnerships at key times.
Rising Talents: Noor Ahmad and R Sai Kishore
Spin bowling was also impressive this season:
- Noor Ahmad of Chennai Super Kings claimed 14 wickets with best figures of 4/18.
- R Sai Kishore from Gujarat Titans picked up 12 wickets and maintained a tight economy rate of 8.22.
Both spinners showed that variations in pace and length are key weapons in T20 cricket.
Consistent Performers: Harshal Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Hardik Pandya
- Harshal Patel (SRH) continued his wicket-taking form, collecting 13 wickets in 8 matches.
- Kuldeep Yadav (DC) was the most economical bowler among the top 10, with an economy of just 6.55.
- Hardik Pandya (MI) achieved a special milestone by taking a five-wicket haul (5/36) and finishing with 12 wickets in the season.
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Major Records and Highlights of IPL 2025
- Best Bowling Figures: Hardik Pandya’s 5/36 against Rajasthan Royals.
- Most 4-Wicket Hauls: Josh Hazlewood, Harshal Patel, and others grabbed one each.
- Lowest Bowling Average: Prasidh Krishna with an average of 14.12.
- Best Strike Rate: Again, Prasidh Krishna with a strike rate of 11.62.
Impact of Bowlers on Playoffs and Finals
Top-performing bowlers like Hazlewood and Prasidh Krishna played critical roles in the playoffs. Gujarat Titans, powered by Prasidh’s bowling, reached the finals and clinched the trophy. Royal Challengers Bengaluru also made it to the qualifiers mainly due to Hazlewood’s fiery spells.
Conclusion
IPL 2025 truly belonged to the bowlers! From Josh Hazlewood’s accuracy to Prasidh Krishna’s fire and Noor Ahmad’s magic spin, the bowlers made the tournament unforgettable. While batsmen did their part, it was these bowlers who turned games around and created magic with the ball.
As we move towards IPL 2026, it will be exciting to see these bowlers continue their form and new names rise to the top!
Q1. Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2025?
Josh Hazlewood (RCB) with 18 wickets.
Q2. Which Indian bowler took the most wickets in IPL 2025?
Prasidh Krishna (GT) with 16 wickets.
Q3. Who had the best bowling economy among top bowlers in IPL 2025?
Kuldeep Yadav (DC) with an economy rate of 6.55.
