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✍️ By IPL Analytics Desk | 🕐 3 min read | 🔄 Last Updated: 20 May 2026 | 📂 IPL Records › Bowling Records

IPL Purple Cap Winners (2008–2025): Season-Wise Leading Wicket-Takers

31
#1 Record
MM Sharma
28
#2 Runner-Up
Mohammed Shami
28
#3 Third
Rashid Khan
Season:

MM Sharma's incredible Performance in IPL 2023

The 2023 edition of the IPL delivered memorable moments. MM Sharma finished with 31 closely followed by Mohammed Shami with 28.

⚡ Season Highlight

MM Sharma's achievement places them among the elite performers of IPL 2023.

🏅 Record Holder
MM Sharma
31
Rank Player Stats Details
#1 MM Sharma 31 Econ: 0.58
#2 Mohammed Shami 28 Econ: 0.00
#3 Rashid Khan 28 Econ: 0.00
#4 TU Deshpande 24 Econ: 0.50
#5 M Pathirana 23 Econ: 0.27
#6 Piyush Chawla 23 Econ: 0.57
#7 Yuzvendra Chahal 22 Econ: 0.00
#8 Mohammed Siraj 20 Econ: 0.00
#9 Ravindra Jadeja 20 Econ: 0.00
#10 CV Varun 20 Econ: 0.00
📊 Analysis & Insights
The 2023 season marked a turning point. MM Sharma's approach demonstrated evolving strategies.
💡 Key Takeaways
  • MM Sharma leads with 31.
  • Mohammed Shami is runner-up with 28.
  • A total of 10 entries in this all-time record list.
  • The Purple Cap resets every season.
  • Data last updated: 20 May 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the Purple Cap?

MM Sharma won the Purple Cap with 31 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?

MM Sharma took 31 wickets.