IPL Purple Cap Winners (2008–2025): Season-Wise Leading Wicket-Takers
B Kumar's commanding Performance in IPL 2017
In a tournament filled with stellar displays, IPL 2017 stood out. B Kumar finished with 28 closely followed by JD Unadkat with 27.
⚡ Season Highlight
B Kumar's achievement places them among the elite performers of IPL 2017.
🏅 Record Holder
B Kumar
28
| Rank | Player | Stats | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | B Kumar | 28 | Econ: 0.21 |
| #2 | JD Unadkat | 27 | Econ: 0.22 |
| #3 | Jasprit Bumrah | 23 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #4 | MJ McClenaghan | 20 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #5 | Imran Tahir | 19 | Econ: 0.32 |
| #6 | CR Woakes | 18 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #7 | UT Yadav | 18 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #8 | Rashid Khan | 18 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #9 | P Negi | 17 | Econ: 0.35 |
| #10 | Sandeep Sharma | 17 | Econ: 0.00 |
Analysis & Insights
IPL 2017 will be remembered for standout performances, with B Kumar leading from the front.
💡 Key Takeaways
- B Kumar leads with 28.
- JD Unadkat is runner-up with 27.
- A total of 10 entries in this all-time record list.
- The Purple Cap resets every season.
- Data last updated: 20 May 2026.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Purple Cap?▼
B Kumar won the Purple Cap with 28 wickets.
What is the Purple Cap in IPL?▼
Awarded to the highest wicket-taker in each IPL season.
How many wickets did the Purple Cap winner take?▼
B Kumar took 28 wickets.