Earning the Purple Cap is one of the greatest achievements for a bowler in the IPL, reserved for the top wicket-taker each season. A tournament known globally for its thrilling batting and bowling performances. Let’s take a closer look at all the Purple Cap winners from 2008 to 2024.
Purple Cap Winners by Years
| Year | Player | Team | Wickets |
| 2008 | Sohail Tanvir | Rajasthan Royals | 22 |
| 2009 | RP singh | Deccan Chargers | 23 |
| 2010 | Pragyan Ojha | Deccan Chargers | 21 |
| 2011 | Lasith Malinga | Mumbai Indians | 28 |
| 2012 | Morne Morkel | Delhi Daredevils | 25 |
| 2013 | Dwayne Bravo | Chennai Super Kings | 32 |
| 2014 | Mohit Sharma | Chennai Super Kings | 23 |
| 2015 | Dwayne Bravo | Chennai Super Kings | 26 |
| 2016 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 23 |
| 2017 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 26 |
| 2018 | Andre Tye | Kings XI Punjab | 24 |
| 2019 | Imran Tahir | Chennai Super Kings | 26 |
| 2020 | Kagiso Rabada | Delhi Capitals | 30 |
| 2021 | Harshal Patel | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 32 |
| 2022 | Yuzvendra Chahal | Rajasthan Royals | 27 |
| 2023 | Mohammed Shami | Gujarat Titans | 28 |
| 2024 | Harshal Patel | Punjab Kings | 24 |
Notable Highlights
Harshal Patel (2021) and Dwayne Bravo (2013) share the record for the most wickets in a single IPL season, with 32 each. Winning the Purple Cap twice is a rare and remarkable feat, achieved by only a few bowlers such as Bravo, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Harshal Patel. Lasith Malinga’s 28 wickets in the 2011 season are remembered for their sheer dominance and match-winning impact.
Emerging Bowlers to Watch
Zeeshan Ansari (SRH): A Legbreak Googly bowler. Ansari made a remarkable IPL debut against Delhi Capitals, securing 3 wickets for 42 runs. His journey from Domestic cricket to the IPL spotlight, highlights his potential as future leading spinner.
Ashwani Kumar (MI): He is a Left-arm Fast Bowler. Kumar has impressed with his ability to bowl effectively in the death overs, showcasing his variety of deliveries that have troubled batsmen. His performance hints at a bright future in pace bowling of India.
Digvesh Rathi (LSG): He is a Left-arm Orthodox bowler. Rathi’s disciplined bowling earned him the player of the match award against Mumbai Indians,where he maintained his economy rate. His dedication and consistency make him a promising prospect.
Here are the leading wicket-takers in the race for the IPL 2025 Purple Cap
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Wickets |
| 1 | Prasidh Krishna | Gujarat Titans | 11 | 20 |
| 2 | Noor Ahmed | Chennai Super Kings | 12 | 20 |
| 3 | Josh Hazelwood | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 10 | 18 |
| 4 | Trent Boult | Mumbai Indians | 12 | 18 |
| 5 | Varun Charkaravarthy | Kolkata Knight Riders | 12 | 17 |
- Prasidh Krishna after returning from injuries, missing two years of IPL, he made a comeback. He was struggling after injuries, his line and lengths were not on point, he did concede plenty of runs earlier but now he has made improvement and is doing much better. So far he has taken 20 wickets.
- Noor and Prasidh both have taken 20 wickets each, but Krishna leads due to a superior average and economy rate.
Here’s who might end up winning the Purple Cap
There’s a high chance Prasidh Krishna might win the purple cap. Because he is consistently performing for Gujarat Titans, taking key wickets at crucial times, controlling the game. He is known for his raw pace and the speed he generates. Also GT is going to Qualify so he has more matches to play and take wickets. Let’s see who wins it ?
From Harshal Patel’s brilliance in the 2024 season all the way back to Tanvir’s magical run in 2008, every Purple Cap winner has made a lasting impact. More than just a trophy, the Purple Cap stands as a symbol of dominance, smart strategy, and consistency in T20 cricket. As new talents rise and veterans adapt, the battle for the Purple Cap promises to stay exciting in every IPL season.
Written by Kinjal Valantra
