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The race for the Purple Cap in IPL 2025 is intensifying with every match, as bowlers continue to showcase their skills and impact their teams' performances. After Match 12 between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the standings have been updated, with some bowlers strengthening their positions and others climbing up the ranks.
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Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) young spinner Noor Ahmad has taken the lead with 9 wickets in 9 overs. His remarkable spell of 4/18 has been crucial for CSK, and his economy rate of 6 runs per over demonstrates his ability to control the game. His variations and accuracy have made him a key weapon in CSK’s bowling attack, playing a pivotal role in their early success this season.
Delhi Capitals' (DC) premier fast bowler Mitchell Starc follows closely with 8 wickets in 7 overs. His five-wicket haul (5/35) has been one of the standout bowling performances of the tournament. However, his economy rate of 10 indicates that while he has been a strike bowler, he has also been expensive at times. Starc’s raw pace and aggressive bowling style make him one of the most feared bowlers in the competition.
Another CSK bowler, Khaleel Ahmed, has made a strong impression, securing 6 wickets in 15 overs. His best figures of 3/29 highlight his ability to deliver in crucial moments. While his economy rate of 7 runs per over is decent, he will look to maintain consistency in upcoming matches.
Lucknow Super Giants’ (LSG) Shardul Thakur has also claimed 6 wickets in 8 overs with an economy rate of 8. His ability to pick up wickets at crucial junctures makes him a valuable asset for LSG. His standout performance of 4/34 in a match has been instrumental in keeping his team competitive.
Other key performers in the top 10
Delhi Capitals’ Kuldeep Yadav, RCB’s Josh Hazlewood, and Rajasthan Royals’ Wanindu Hasaranga each have 5 wickets to their names. Their economy rates of 5-9 suggest varied levels of effectiveness in containing runs while taking crucial wickets.
Mumbai Indians’ Arshad Kumar, CSK’s Matheesha Pathirana, and Gujarat Titans’ Sai Kishore complete the top 10 list, with each securing 4 wickets so far. Pathirana’s express pace and ability to deliver in death overs make him a bowler to watch out for as the tournament progresses.
Purple Cap table after MI vs KKR Match 12
The updated table reflects the latest standings and performances of the leading wicket-takers:
Player (Team) | Wickets | Overs | Runs | Best Bowling Figures | Economy | Strike Rate | 3W | 5W | Maidens |
Noor Ahmad (CSK) | 9 | 9 | 82 | 4/18 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Mitchell Starc (DC) | 8 | 7 | 77 | 5/35 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Khaleel Ahmed (CSK) | 6 | 15 | 95 | 3/29 | 7 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Shardul Thakur (LSG) | 6 | 8 | 53 | 4/34 | 8 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Kuldeep Yadav (DC) | 5 | 8 | 42 | 3/22 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Josh Hazlewood (RCB) | 5 | 8 | 43 | 3/21 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Wanindu Hasaranga (RR) | 5 | 7 | 69 | 4/35 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Ashwani Kumar (MI) | 4 | 3 | 24 | 4/24 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Matheesha Pathirana (CSK) | 4 | 16 | 64 | 2/28 | 8 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Sai Kishore (GT) | 4 | 16 | 67 | 3/30 | 8 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
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