The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been a thrilling season so far, showcasing exceptional performances from both batters and bowlers. While batters have dominated with power-hitting, bowlers have played a crucial role in restricting the opposition and turning games in their teams’ favor. Among them, Shardul Thakur (LSG) has emerged as the leading wicket-taker, followed closely by other notable bowlers like Noor Ahmad, Khaleel Ahmed, and Krunal Pandya.
Shardul Thakur, playing for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), has been the standout performer with the ball. His ability to take crucial wickets at key moments has made him a match-winner for his team. With 6 wickets in 6 matches, he has maintained an impressive average of 8 and an economy rate of 6.0. His best bowling figures this season stand at 4/34, making him a force to reckon with in the tournament.
Purple Cap Holder In IPL 2025
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Average | Overs | Runs | Best Figures | Economy | Strike Rate | 3W | 5W | Maidens |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shardul Thakur | LSG | 6 | 6 | 8.0 | 6 | 53 | 4/34 | 8.0 | 6.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Noor Ahmad | CSK | 4 | 4 | 4.0 | 4 | 18 | 4/18 | 4.0 | 6.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Khaleel Ahmed | CSK | 3 | 3 | 9.0 | 4 | 29 | 3/29 | 7.0 | 8.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Krunal Pandya | RCB | 3 | 3 | 9.0 | 4 | 29 | 3/29 | 7.0 | 8.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Sai Kishore | GT | 3 | 3 | 10.0 | 4 | 30 | 3/30 | 7.0 | 8.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Varun Chakaravarthy | KKR | 3 | 3 | 20.0 | 8 | 60 | 2/17 | 7.0 | 16.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | Vignesh Puthur | MI | 3 | 3 | 10.0 | 4 | 32 | 3/32 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Digvesh Singh | LSG | 3 | 3 | 23.0 | 8 | 71 | 2/31 | 8.0 | 16.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Tushar Deshpande | RR | 3 | 3 | 17.0 | 5 | 51 | 3/44 | 10.0 | 10.0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Harshal Patel | SRH | 3 | 3 | 20.0 | 6 | 62 | 2/34 | 10.0 | 12.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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