Best Bowling Figures in IPL History: Top Spells from 2008 to IPL 2025
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The race for the Best Bowling Figures is a true test of consistency and skill in the IPL. Currently, Sohail Tanvir leads the historical charts with an incredible 6/0. They have outperformed the rest to set the ultimate benchmark in this category.
🔄 Last Updated: 07 Mar 2026 — Post Match Analysis.
Our algorithm analyzed over 100,000+ legal deliveries from official IPL archives (2008-2026) to calculate these precise Best Bowling Figures standings.
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Record Holder
AS Joseph
6/12
| Rank | Player | Figures | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | AS Joseph | 6/12 | 2019-04-06 |
| #2 | Sohail Tanvir | 6/14 | 2008-05-04 |
| #3 | A Zampa | 6/19 | 2016-05-10 |
| #4 | Anil Kumble | 5/5 | 2009-04-18 |
| #5 | Akash Madhwal | 5/5 | 2023-05-24 |
| #6 | Jasprit Bumrah | 5/10 | 2022-05-09 |
| #7 | MM Sharma | 5/10 | 2023-05-26 |
| #8 | Ishant Sharma | 5/12 | 2011-04-27 |
| #9 | Lasith Malinga | 5/13 | 2011-04-10 |
| #10 | AS Rajpoot | 5/14 | 2018-04-26 |
| #11 | MA Wood | 5/14 | 2023-04-01 |
| #12 | Andre Russell | 5/15 | 2021-04-13 |
| #13 | JP Faulkner | 5/16 | 2013-05-17 |
| #14 | Ravindra Jadeja | 5/16 | 2012-04-07 |
| #15 | A Mishra | 5/17 | 2008-05-15 |
| #16 | AJ Tye | 5/17 | 2017-04-14 |
| #17 | Lockie Ferguson | 5/17 | 2020-10-18 |
| #18 | Sandeep Sharma | 5/18 | 2024-04-22 |
| #19 | Wanindu Hasaranga | 5/18 | 2022-05-08 |
| #20 | Wanindu Hasaranga | 5/18 | 2022-05-08 |
📊 Analysis & Insights
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the current leader for Best Bowling Figures?
As of our latest data, Sohail Tanvir holds the top spot with 6/0.
How is the Best Bowling Figures data calculated?
We calculate these standings by parsing ball-by-ball historic data from every official IPL match played from 2008 to the present day.
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💡 Key Takeaways
- AS Joseph leads this record with 6/12.
- Sohail Tanvir is the runner-up with 6/14.
- A total of 20 entries appear in this all-time record list.
- Data last updated: 04 Apr 2026. Use the season filter above for year-wise stats.
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