As the spotlight in T20 cricket usually falls on the batters as they play display the elegant stroke play, showcase the six hitting abilities and fans also love to watch fearless batting. But to win the championship, contribution from bowlers are too vital as they can turn around the match in their by taking a wickets or a tight spell and change the scenario of the
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans prepare for the IPL 2026 final, lets look back at the bowlers who have picked the most wickets in IPL final history.
Dwayne Bravo – 10 Wickets
Former Chennai Super Kings and West Indies star Dwayne Bravo holds the record for the most wickets in the finals of IPL history. He had claimed the 10 wickets in the seven final appearances and showcased his ability to perform under immense pressure.
His best performance came during the 2013 IPL final, where he picked up the 4 wickets for 42 runs against Mumbai Indians.
Although Chennai lost the match but his spell remains as one of the finest bowling performances in an IPL finals.
Mitchell Johnson – 7 Wickets
The former Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson hold the second position in this list.
As he picked up seven wickets in the IPL finals while playing for Mumbai and Punjab.
Out of which he helped Mumbai Indians twice to lift the IPL title.
Albie Morkel – 6 Wickets
Former South African & Chennai Super Kings all-rounder Albie Morkel also ranks third among the highest wicket-takers list for the IPL finals.
He took the six wickets from five innings and consistently provided the breakthroughs to CSK>
Shardul Thakur – 6 Wickets
Indian fast bowler all rounder and popularly called as Lord Shardul Thakur has also featured for the IPL finals despite playing only handful of matches.
He has taken the six wickets in four final appearances which includes the best performance of 3/38. He was known for taking wickets at the crucial times and delivered the breakthroughs in pressure situations.
Deepak Chahar – 5 Wickets
Former Chennai Super Kings fast bowler and current Mumbai Indians player Deepak Chahar is another name on to the list.
He has claimed the five wickets in four IPL finals for Chennai, with best figures 3/26.
His ability to swing the new ball has helped the CSK to gain early control in important matches.
Lasith Malinga -5 Wickets
If the discussion around best bowling performance for IPL finals one name always comes first is Lasith Malinga.
He had taken the five wickets in five IPL finals but his bowling had helped the Mumbai Indian to win 4 IPL trophies.
He popularly known as the undisputed yorker king.
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