IPL Purple Cap (2008-2025)

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Prasidh Krishna won the Purple Cap in IPL 2025 (X.com)Prasidh Krishna won the Purple Cap in IPL 2025 (X.com)

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is not just a platform for explosive batting but also a showcase of sensational bowling talent. In a format often dominated by batters, the Purple Cap provides a platform for bowlers to shine and gain recognition for their skill and hard work. 

Over the years, several bowlers have risen to prominence, clinching the coveted award. Having said that, let’s take a look at the list of Purple Cap winners in the history of IPL.

IPL Purple Cap List​

Year
Player
Team
Matches
Wickets
Economy
BBI
2025Prasidh KrishnaGT15258.274/41
2024Harshal PatelPBKS14249.733/15
2023Mohammed ShamiGT17288.034/11
2022Yuzvendra ChahalRR17277.755/40
2021Harshal PatelRCB15328.145/27
2020Kagiso RabadaDC17308.344/24
2019Imran TahirCSK17266.694/12
2018Andrew TyeKXIP142484/16
2017Bhuvneshwar KumarSRH14267.055/19
2016Bhuvneshwar KumarSRH17237.424/29
2015Dwayne BravoCSK17268.143/22
2014Mohit SharmaCSK16238.394/14
2013Dwayne BravoCSK18327.954/42
2012Morne MorkelDD16257.194/20
2011Lasith MalingaMI16285.955/13
2010Pragyan OjhaDC16217.293/26
2009RP SinghDC16236.984/22
2008Sohail TanvirRR11226.466/14

What is Purple cap in IPL?

In this high-octane T20 cricket tournament, the Purple Cap holds a special place. It is awarded to the bowler who scalps the highest number of wickets in a season. Winning the Purple Cap is a significant milestone in a bowler's career, often leading to national and international recognition, especially for uncapped players. 

Bowlers who win the Purple Cap often see their value in the league increase, making them sought-after players in subsequent IPL auctions.

FAQs: IPL Purple Cap

Q.1. Who was the first Purple Cap winner in IPL history?

Answer: Sohail Tanvir won the first Purple Cap in 2008, playing for Rajasthan Royals.

Q.2. Who got the Orange Cap in IPL 2025?

Answer: Sai Sudarshan has scored the most runs in the season (759 runs), and he holds the Orange Cap in IPL 2025 season. 

Q.3. Who gets the purple cap in IPL?

Answer: The bowler who clinches the most number of wickets throughout the course of the tournament gets the coveted purple cap in IPL. 

Q.4. Who is the MVP of IPL 2025?

Answer: Mumbai Indians batter, Suryakumar Yadav for his tremendous performance in the IPL 2025 won the Most Valuable Player of the season award.