Highest Wicket-Takers in a Single IPL Season: Bowlers play a crucial role in the Indian Premier League (IPL), often turning matches with their ability to take wickets at key moments. While batters dominate headlines, these bowlers have etched their names in history with record-breaking wicket hauls in a single season. Here are the Top 5 Highest Wicket-Takers in a Single IPL Season.

1. Dwayne Bravo – 32 Wickets (Chennai Super Kings, 2013)

• Matches: 18
• Overs: 62.3
• Economy Rate: 7.95
• Best Bowling Figures: 4/42
• Bowling Average: 15.53
• Strike Rate: 11.7

Bravo’s exceptional death bowling and variations made him the leading wicket-taker in IPL 2013. His ability to break partnerships at crucial stages was instrumental in Chennai Super Kings’ campaign.

2. Harshal Patel – 32 Wickets (Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2021)

• Matches: 15
• Overs: 56.2
• Economy Rate: 8.14
• Best Bowling Figures: 5/27
• Bowling Average: 14.34
• Strike Rate: 10.5

Harshal Patel equaled Bravo’s record in IPL 2021, playing a key role for Royal Challengers Bangalore. His slower deliveries and pinpoint yorkers helped him claim wickets consistently, including a match-winning five-wicket haul against Mumbai Indians.

3. Kagiso Rabada – 30 Wickets (Delhi Capitals, 2020)

• Matches: 17
• Overs: 65.4
• Economy Rate: 8.34
• Best Bowling Figures: 4/24
• Bowling Average: 18.26
• Strike Rate: 13.1

Rabada’s raw pace and accuracy made him the leading wicket-taker of the 2020 season. His performances were vital in guiding Delhi Capitals to their first-ever IPL final.

4. Lasith Malinga – 28 Wickets (Mumbai Indians, 2011)

• Matches: 16
• Overs: 63.0
• Economy Rate: 5.95
• Best Bowling Figures: 5/13
• Bowling Average: 13.39
• Strike Rate: 13.5

Malinga’s toe-crushing yorkers and lethal accuracy helped him dominate the 2011 season. With an economy rate under six, he remains one of the most effective bowlers in IPL history.

5. James Faulkner – 28 Wickets (Rajasthan Royals, 2013)

• Matches: 16
• Overs: 63.1
• Economy Rate: 6.75
• Best Bowling Figures: 5/16
• Bowling Average: 15.25
• Strike Rate: 13.5

Faulkner’s ability to deceive batters with variations in pace made him a standout performer for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2013. His consistency helped his team secure crucial victories.

Conclusion

While the IPL is often seen as a batter’s game, these bowlers have proven that wicket-taking ability is just as valuable. With T20 cricket evolving, it remains to be seen whether any bowler can surpass the 32-wicket record in an IPL season.

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