IPL Purple Cap Winners List (2008–2025): Season-Wise Leading Wicket-Takers & Records
HV Patel's magnificent Performance in IPL 2021
IPL 2021 witnessed exceptional cricket across all franchises. When it came to Wickets in IPL History, one name dominated the charts. HV Patel delivered a magnificent performance throughout the season, finishing with an impressive 35 closely followed by Avesh Khan with 27 a remarkable 29.6% ahead of the competition.
Season 2021: The Numbers That Tell The Story
The IPL 2021 season featured intense competition across all teams. HV Patel'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.
HV Patel's achievement in IPL 2021 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 | HV Patel | 35 | Econ: 0.17 |
| #2 | Avesh Khan | 27 | Econ: 0.44 |
| #3 | Jasprit Bumrah | 22 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #4 | Shardul Thakur | 22 | Econ: 0.27 |
| #5 | CV Varun | 20 | Econ: 0.30 |
| #6 | Mohammed Shami | 20 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #7 | Arshdeep Singh | 20 | Econ: 0.30 |
| #8 | Yuzvendra Chahal | 19 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #9 | Rashid Khan | 19 | Econ: 0.00 |
| #10 | Sunil Narine | 18 | Econ: 0.33 |
📊 Analysis & Insights
- HV Patel leads this record with 35.
- Avesh Khan is the runner-up with 27.
- 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
HV Patel won the Purple Cap with 35 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.
HV Patel took 35 wickets to win the Purple Cap.