Top 5 Contenders for the Purple Cap in IPL 2025
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the biggest sports leagues in the world. One of the most coveted awards in the tournament is the Purple Cap, awarded to the leading wicket-taker. With IPL 2025 approaching fast, let’s look at the top 5 contenders for the purple cap in IPL 2025.
1. Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah is a go-to bowler for Mumbai Indians (MI) whenever the team needs a wicket. He is known for his deadly yorkers and pinpoint accuracy. Bumrah has consistently been one of the best bowlers in the IPL.
Bumrah has picked up 165 wickets in 133 matches. Bumrah’s ability to bowl crucial overs at the death makes him a nightmare for batters. He has the potential to consistently pick up wickets and challenge for the Purple Cap. Bumrah has not yet won the Purple Cap, but with his skills and experience, he remains a strong contender.
2. Arshdeep Singh
Arshdeep Singh has emerged as a key player for Punjab Kings. He possesses excellent swing ability, especially with the new ball, and a fiery temperament. Arshdeep has 76 wickets in 65 IPL matches. His ability to move the ball both ways makes him a difficult bowler to face. Arshdeep has been a consistent wicket-taker and has the potential to further improve his game and challenge for the Purple Cap. He has not yet won the Purple Cap.
3. Ravi Bishnoi
Ravi Bishnoi is a leg-spinner with a knack for picking up wickets. He has a wide variety of deliveries, including googlies, flighted delivery and variations in pace, that keep batters guessing. Bishnoi has 63 wickets in 66 IPL matches. This stat does not reflect his true potential as he has improved a lot in recent years.
Bishnoi’s ability to bowl economical spells and pick up crucial wickets makes him a valuable asset to any team. Bishnoi has the potential to further refine his skills and become a leading wicket-taker in the IPL 2025. He has not yet won the Purple Cap.
4. Noor Ahmad
Noor Ahmad is a young and talented leg-spinner from Afghanistan. He has impressed with his control and guile. Noor has limited IPL experience but has shown immense potential. He has 24 wickets in 23 IPL matches. His ability to read the pitch and deceive batters with his variations makes him a dangerous prospect.
What makes him even more dangerous this season is that he has been picked by Chennai Super Kings (CSK). This means Noor will play league stage matches at the MA Chidambaram Stadium aka Chepauk Stadium. The pitch at Chepauk helps the spinner and this chinaman bowler is someone who can turn the bowl even on a flat surface. So just imagine what wonder he can do at the Chepauk. With more experience, Noor has the potential to become a dominant force in the IPL and challenge the Purple Cap.
5. Kagiso Rabada
Kagiso Rabada is a renowned fast bowler from South Africa. He is known for his raw pace and aggression. Rabada has a formidable record in the IPL. He has 117 wickets in 80 matches. His ability to generate pace and bounce makes him a difficult bowler to face. Rabada is a match-winner and has the potential to consistently pick up wickets and challenge for the Purple Cap.
These five bowlers have never won a purple cap in their IPL career but surely they have the potential to dominate the bowling department in the IPL 2025 season. Their skills and experience make them strong contenders for the Purple Cap.
