In cricket, each and every player is extremely important. Each and every score, as well as every wicket, matters. A wicket is symbolic of the collapse of the opposing team's batting order. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), the leading wicket-taker is honored with The Purple Cap. The bowler who leads in wicket-taking for the season will be allowed to wear this prestigious cap while fielding. Once the competition concludes, the bowler who has secured the highest number of wickets will be bestowed with the prestigious Purple Cap award. Since its introduction in 2008, only 14 players have been fortunate enough to receive the Purple Cap at the conclusion of the IPL season. Let's look at the IPL 2024 top wicket-takers in this blog article.
List of IPL 2024 Top Wicket-Takers:
Rank |
Player |
Team |
Wickets |
Matches |
Economy |
Average |
1 |
Jasprit
Bumrah |
MI |
18 |
12 |
6.2 |
16.5 |
2 |
Harshal
Patel |
PBKS |
17 |
11 |
9.78 |
21.29 |
3 |
Varun
Chakaravarthy |
KKR |
16 |
11 |
8.75 |
21.88 |
4 |
T
Natarajan |
SRH |
15 |
9 |
9 |
21.2 |
5 |
Arshdeep
Singh |
PBKS |
15 |
11 |
10.07 |
26.4 |
6 |
Sunil
Narine |
KKR |
14 |
11 |
6.61 |
20.79 |
7 |
Mustafizur
Rahman |
CSK |
14 |
9 |
9.26 |
22.71 |
8 |
Harshit
Rana |
KKR |
14 |
9 |
9.56 |
21.29 |
9 |
Matheesha
Pathirana |
CSK |
13 |
6 |
7.68 |
13 |
10 |
Pat
Cummins |
SRH |
13 |
11 |
9.02 |
30.54 |
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Jasprit Bumrah of Mumbai Indians (MI) is currently leading the Purple Cap race in IPL 2024 with 18 wickets after the MI vs SRH Match 55. The fiery pacer Jasprit Bumrah from Mumbai Indians (MI) is setting the pace in the Purple Cap race for IPL 2024, having taken 18 wickets after the MI vs SRH Match 55.
Punjab Kings' (PBKS) right-arm pacer, Harshal Patel, has been a reliable force with the ball in the current season. He has constantly performed by getting vital wickets for his side despite difficult conditions. Harshal's vital efforts are highlighted by his remarkable record of 17 wickets at an economy rate of 9.78 and an average of 21.29.
Varun Chakravarthy has claimed 16 wickets in 11 matches. The KKR bowler has been outstanding, bowling 40 overs in the competition with an economy rate of 8.75 and an average of 21.88.
T Natarajan, the talented fast bowler representing SRH, has made a significant leap to the fourth position on the Purple Cap list. This achievement comes after his remarkable four-wicket haul against Delhi Capitals in Match 35. In Match 41 against RCB, he again showcased his skills by claiming two more wickets. With an impressive total of 15 wickets in only 11 matches, the 33-year-old maintains an average of 21.2.
Arshdeep Singh has taken 15 wickets in 11 matches. The PBKS fast bowler has displayed exceptional performance, delivering 39.2 overs in the competition with an economy rate of 10.07 and an average of 26.4.
Also Read: 5 Reasons to Play Fantasy Cricket this IPL SeasonIn the IPL 2024, Sunil Narine—a key player for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)—showed off his bowling prowess by taking 14 wickets at an astounding economy rate of 6.61. His economical bowling along with his ability to take wickets at critical times was a major factor in KKR's overall performance. Narine, who had an average of 20.79, became a vital member of his team and contributed significantly to their victory.
Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Mustafizur Rahman proved to be a key player in IPL 2024 by taking 14 wickets with an economy rate of 9.26. With an average of 22.71, Rahman's exceptional bowling skills strengthened CSK's already strong bowling lineup, making a significant contribution to their performance in the tournament.
During IPL 2024, Harshit Rana, an essential player for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), exhibited his bowling expertise by securing 14 wickets with an economy rate of 9.56. With an average of 21.29, Rana proved to be a valuable asset, significantly aiding KKR's campaign in the tournament.
Matheesha Pathirana, representing CSK, has showcased a promising performance with 13 matches played, scoring 6 runs at an average of 7.68.
One of the main players for the SRH, Pat Cummins, has been quite good in the 13 games he has played, scoring 11 runs at an amazing average of 9.02. With an impressive strike rate of 30.54, he has made a major contribution to the team's success.
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