The Purple Cap is one of the most prestigious individual awards in the Indian Premier League (IPL), presented annually to the bowler who takes the highest number of wickets during the course of the tournament. Since IPL’s inception in 2008, the Purple Cap has symbolized bowling excellence and has been won by some of the best fast bowlers and spinners in the world. This award not only highlights individual brilliance but also impacts team performances significantly as the leading wicket-taker often changes the course of matches.
Over the years, the competition for the Purple Cap has been fierce with numerous bowlers making remarkable achievements. Multiple players have claimed this honor more than once, showcasing consistency and skill across seasons. The trophy helps recognize bowlers who master conditions, adapt to high-pressure situations, and consistently outsmart batsmen with pace, swing, spin, and variations.
IPL Purple Cap Winners List
Below is the detailed table listing the Purple Cap winners from IPL seasons starting from its inception in 2008 till 2025 season.
| Year | Player | Team | Wickets Taken |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Andrew 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 |
| 2025 | Prasidh Krishna | Gujarat Titans | 25 |
Multi-Time Purple Cap Winners
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Several bowlers have won the Purple Cap multiple times, underlining their dominance in the IPL bowling:
- Harshal Patel (Royal Challengers Bangalore / Punjab Kings) grabbed it twice in 2021 and 2024.
- Dwayne Bravo (Chennai Super Kings) won it twice in 2013 and 2015.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar (Sunrisers Hyderabad) is unique in winning it consecutively in 2016 and 2017.
The Indian Premier League’s Purple Cap award is a testament to outstanding bowling performances each season. The legends who have won this ever-coveted award have demonstrated skill, endurance, and a keen tactical mind. The competition is intense, and every season produces a new champion bowler who leaves a mark on the league. The Purple Cap not only celebrates the highest wicket-taker but also the backbone of many IPL teams bowling units.
