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✍️ By IPL Analytics Desk | πŸ• 3 min read | πŸ”„ Last Updated: 04 Apr 2026 | πŸ“‚ IPL Records β€Ί Bowling

Most Dot Balls in 2018 IPL Season: IPL Records, History & Full Stats (Updated 2025)

162
#1 Record
Rashid Khan
142
#2 Runner-Up
UT Yadav
131
#3 Third
Sunil Narine
Season:

Rashid Khan's incredible Performance in IPL 2018

The 2018 edition of the Indian Premier League delivered memorable moments. When it came to Dot Balls, one name dominated the charts. Rashid Khan delivered a incredible performance throughout the season, finishing with an impressive 162 closely followed by UT Yadav with 142 a remarkable 14.1% ahead of the competition.

Season 2018: The Numbers That Tell The Story

The IPL 2018 season featured intense competition across all teams. Rashid Khan's consistency and ability to perform under pressure set them apart. The statistics below showcase not just the leader, but the fierce battle for supremacy that characterized this season.

⚑ Season Highlight
Rashid Khan's achievement in IPL 2018 places them among the elite performers of that year. Their contribution was crucial to their team's campaign and set benchmarks for future seasons.
Record Holder
Rashid Khan
162
Rank Player Dot Balls Details
#1 Rashid Khan 162 Dot Balls
#2 UT Yadav 142 Dot Balls
#3 Sunil Narine 131 Dot Balls
#4 Jasprit Bumrah 128 Dot Balls
#5 B Kumar 121 Dot Balls
#6 S Kaul 120 Dot Balls
#7 Yuzvendra Chahal 120 Dot Balls
#8 Sandeep Sharma 115 Dot Balls
#9 Deepak Chahar 114 Dot Balls
#10 Shardul Thakur 111 Dot Balls
#11 Trent Boult 111 Dot Balls
#12 AJ Tye 108 Dot Balls
#13 Piyush Chawla 106 Dot Balls
#14 MJ McClenaghan 98 Dot Balls
#15 JD Unadkat 97 Dot Balls
#16 Shakib Al Hasan 96 Dot Balls
#17 Hardik Pandya 94 Dot Balls
#18 JC Archer 93 Dot Balls
#19 Kuldeep Yadav 90 Dot Balls
#20 Mujeeb Ur Rahman 90 Dot Balls

πŸ“Š Analysis & Insights

The 2018 season marked a turning point in IPL history. Rashid Khan's approach to the game demonstrated evolving strategies and modern cricket techniques. Their success wasn't just about raw talentβ€”it was about smart game awareness, fitness, and mental fortitude. This performance continues to inspire players in subsequent seasons.
πŸ’‘ Key Takeaways
  • Rashid Khan leads this record with 162.
  • UT Yadav is the runner-up with 142.
  • 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.