IPL Purple Cap Winners List (2008–2025): Season-Wise Leading Wicket-Takers & Records
Kagiso Rabada's dominant Performance in IPL 2019
Cricket fans witnessed extraordinary performances during IPL 2019. When it came to Wickets in IPL History, one name dominated the charts. Kagiso Rabada delivered a dominant performance throughout the season, finishing with an impressive 29 closely followed by Imran Tahir with 26 a remarkable 11.5% ahead of the competition.
Season 2019: The Numbers That Tell The Story
The IPL 2019 season featured intense competition across all teams. Kagiso Rabada'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.
Kagiso Rabada's achievement in IPL 2019 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 | Kagiso Rabada | 29 | Econ: 0.21 |
| #2 | Imran Tahir | 26 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #3 | Jasprit Bumrah | 23 | Econ: 0.26 |
| #4 | Mohammed Shami | 22 | Econ: 0.27 |
| #5 | Deepak Chahar | 22 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #6 | Khaleel Ahmed | 20 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #7 | S Gopal | 20 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #8 | Rashid Khan | 19 | Econ: 0.32 |
| #9 | Harbhajan Singh | 18 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #10 | Lasith Malinga | 18 | Econ: 0.67 |
📊 Analysis & Insights
- Kagiso Rabada leads this record with 29.
- Imran Tahir is the runner-up with 26.
- 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
Kagiso Rabada won the Purple Cap with 29 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.
Kagiso Rabada took 29 wickets to win the Purple Cap.