IPL Purple Cap Winners List (2008–2025): Season-Wise Leading Wicket-Takers & Records
Kagiso Rabada's masterclass Performance in IPL 2020
The 2020 IPL season will be remembered for many record-breaking performances. When it came to Wickets in IPL History, one name dominated the charts. Kagiso Rabada delivered a masterclass performance throughout the season, finishing with an impressive 32 closely followed by Jasprit Bumrah with 30 a remarkable 6.7% ahead of the competition.
Season 2020: The Numbers That Tell The Story
The IPL 2020 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 2020 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 | 32 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #2 | Jasprit Bumrah | 30 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #3 | Trent Boult | 26 | Econ: 0.23 |
| #4 | Mohammed Shami | 23 | Econ: 0.52 |
| #5 | Anrich Nortje | 23 | Econ: 0.26 |
| #6 | Yuzvendra Chahal | 22 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #7 | Rashid Khan | 20 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #8 | JC Archer | 20 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #9 | T Natarajan | 19 | Econ: 0.32 |
| #10 | CV Varun | 17 | Econ: 0.00 |
📊 Analysis & Insights
- Kagiso Rabada leads this record with 32.
- Jasprit Bumrah is the runner-up with 30.
- 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 32 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 32 wickets to win the Purple Cap.