IPL Purple Cap Winners List (2008–2025): Season-Wise Leading Wicket-Takers & Records
B Kumar's magnificent Performance in IPL 2016
IPL 2016 witnessed exceptional cricket across all franchises. When it came to Wickets in IPL History, one name dominated the charts. B Kumar delivered a magnificent performance throughout the season, finishing with an impressive 24 closely followed by Shane Watson with 23 a remarkable 4.3% ahead of the competition.
Season 2016: The Numbers That Tell The Story
The IPL 2016 season featured intense competition across all teams. B Kumar'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.
B Kumar's achievement in IPL 2016 places them among the elite performers of that year. Their contribution was crucial to their team's campaign and set benchmarks for future seasons.
| Rank | Player | Stats | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | B Kumar | 24 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #2 | Shane Watson | 23 | Econ: 0.52 |
| #3 | Yuzvendra Chahal | 22 | Econ: 0.29 |
| #4 | DS Kulkarni | 20 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #5 | Sandeep Sharma | 19 | Econ: 0.32 |
| #6 | Mustafizur Rahman | 19 | Econ: 0.32 |
| #7 | Andre Russell | 19 | Econ: 0.95 |
| #8 | Dwayne Bravo | 19 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #9 | MJ McClenaghan | 18 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #10 | Jasprit Bumrah | 18 | Econ: 0.67 |
📊 Analysis & Insights
- B Kumar leads this record with 24.
- Shane Watson is the runner-up with 23.
- A total of 10 entries appear in this all-time record list.
- The Purple Cap resets every season — separate from the all-time most wickets record.
- Data last updated: 04 Apr 2026. Use the season filter above for year-wise stats.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
B Kumar won the Purple Cap with 24 wickets in the season.
The Purple Cap is awarded to the highest wicket-taker in each IPL season. It is the top bowling honour in the tournament.
B Kumar took 24 wickets to win the Purple Cap.