Noor Ahmad Dethrones Shardul Thakur To Claim Purple Cap In IPL 2025

Noor Ahmad [Source: AP]

In a significant achievement, Chennai Super Kings' premier spinner Noor Ahmad bagged the prestigious purple cap, dethroning Shardul Thakur on the list of highest wicket-takers in the IPL 2025. Noor enjoyed stellar success against RCB, getting three prized scalps in the high-octane clash. 

Noor Ahmad Rattles RCB With Triple Strikes

After dismissing Phil Salt, courtesy of MS Dhoni's lightning quick stumping, Noor got rid of Liam Livingstone and Virat Kohli, registering clinical figures of three for 36 in four overs. Noor also had a memorable game against MI, getting four crucial wickets for his side. 

Thus, he took his tally to seven wickets, surpassing Shardul Thakur and claiming the purple cap in the IPL 2025. Just like Noor, Shardul has had a brilliant IPL 2025 campaign so far, emerging as LSG's go-to bowler in crunch situations. 

Shardul, who bagged two crucial wickets in the first game against DC, dismantled SRH with a sensational four-wicket haul on Thursday night. However, Noor has capitalised on the spin-friendly conditions at Chepauk, making the most of the surface at CSK's home venue. 

RCB Post A Daunting Total Vs CSK At Chepauk

Meanwhile, despite Noor Ahmad's excellent spell, RCB managed to breach the 190-run mark, thanks to Rajat Patidar's power-packed fifty and a blistering cameo by Tim David. The visitors posted 196 runs on the board, which could be a challenging target for the home side. 

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