IPL 2024 Purple Cap list after RCB vs SRH: Yuzvendra Chahal leads
In the latest developments in the IPL 2024, Pat Cummins made significant strides in the Purple Cap standings after his commendable performance for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Cummins, the SRH captain, clinched three crucial wickets, propelling him to the fourth position in the Purple Cap race.
Despite the run-fest scenario at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Cummins showcased his bowling prowess, accumulating a total of 9 wickets in 6 matches this season, with an economy rate of 7.87.
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Maintaining his dominance at the top of the leading wicket-takers standings is Yuzvendra Chahal, the Rajasthan Royals ace spinner. Chahal continues to lead the Purple Cap race with a total of 11 wickets in 6 matches. His pivotal role in the team’s consistent performance in the tournament underscores his importance to the RR squad. Sanju Samson, the RR captain, relies heavily on Chahal’s expertise in the middle overs to outsmart the opposition batters.
Trailing closely behind Chahal is the formidable Jasprit Bumrah, known for his exceptional bowling skills. Despite remaining wicketless against Chennai Super Kings in the recent match, Bumrah has claimed a total of 10 wickets in 6 matches, maintaining an impressive economy rate of 6.08. With several matches remaining in the season, Bumrah remains a strong contender to challenge Chahal for the coveted Purple Cap title, which has eluded him thus far in his career.
Adding to the competition is Mustafizur Rahman, the newly-recruited bowler for Chennai Super Kings. Rahman’s stellar performance has propelled him to the third spot in the Purple Cap race, with a total of 10 wickets in 5 matches. However, his economy rate of 9.15 places him slightly behind Bumrah in the standings.
Meanwhile, Kagiso Rabada, the premier Proteas pacer representing Punjab Kings, has also made significant contributions with the ball. Rabada has claimed a total of 9 wickets in 6 matches, maintaining an economy rate of 7.95. His consistent performances highlight his importance to the Punjab Kings squad and add further intrigue to the Purple Cap race in the ongoing IPL season.
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The competition for the Purple Cap continues to intensify as the season progresses, with each bowler striving to make their mark in the tournament. With several matches remaining, the race for the coveted title promises to be closely contested, adding excitement and anticipation for cricket fans worldwide.
PURPLE CAP SEASON-WISE LIST
| Year | Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Average | Strike rate | Economy | BBI |
| 2023 | Mohammed Shami | GT | 17 | 28 | 18.64 | 13.92 | 8.03 | 4/11 |
| 2022 | Yuzvendra Chahal | RR | 17 | 27 | 19.51 | 15.11 | 7.75 | 5/40 |
| 2021 | Harshal Patel | RCB | 15 | 32 | 14.34 | 10.56 | 8.14 | 5/27 |
| 2020 | Kagiso Rabada | DC | 17 | 30 | 18.26 | 13.30 | 8.34 | 4/24 |
| 2019 | Imran Tahir | CSK | 17 | 26 | 16.57 | 14.84 | 6.69 | 4/12 |
| 2018 | Andrew Tye | KXIP | 14 | 24 | 18.66 | 14.00 | 8.00 | 4/16 |
| 2017 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | SRH | 14 | 26 | 14.19 | 12.00 | 7.05 | 5/19 |
| 2016 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | SRH | 17 | 23 | 21.30 | 17.20 | 7.42 | 4/29 |
| 2015 | Dwayne Bravo | CSK | 17 | 26 | 16.38 | 12.00 | 8.14 | 3/22 |
| 2014 | Mohit Sharma | CSK | 16 | 23 | 19.65 | 14.00 | 8.39 | 4/14 |
| 2013 | Dwayne Bravo | CSK | 18 | 32 | 15.53 | 11.70 | 7.95 | 4/42 |
| 2012 | Morne Morkel | DD | 16 | 25 | 18.12 | 15.10 | 7.19 | 4/20 |
| 2011 | Lasith Malinga | MI | 16 | 28 | 13.39 | 13.50 | 5.95 | 5/13 |
| 2010 | Pragyan Ojha | DC | 16 | 21 | 20.42 | 16.80 | 7.29 | 3/26 |
| 2009 | RP Singh | DC | 16 | 23 | 18.13 | 15.50 | 6.98 | 4/22 |
| 2008 | Sohail Tanvir | RR | 11 | 22 | 12.09 | 11.22 | 6.46 | 6/14 |
Lists of leading wicket-takers of IPL 2024:
| Player | Team | Mat | Wkts. | Econ. | Avg. | BBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuzvendra Chahal | RR | 6 | 11 | 7.40 | 14.81 | 3/11 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | MI | 6 | 10 | 6.08 | 14.60 | 5/21 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | CSK | 5 | 10 | 8.92 | 17.10 | 4/29 |
| Pat Cummins | SRH | 6 | 9 | 7.35 | 18.66 | 3/22 |
| Kagiso Rabada | PBKS | 6 | 9 | 7.95 | 21.22 |
