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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

26
#1 Record
M Prasidh Krishna
24
#2 Runner-Up
Noor Ahmad
23
#3 Third
Trent Boult
Season:

M Prasidh Krishna's masterclass Performance in IPL 2025

The 2025 IPL season will be remembered for record-breaking performances. M Prasidh Krishna finished with 26 closely followed by Noor Ahmad with 24.

⚡ Season Highlight

M Prasidh Krishna's achievement places them among the elite performers of IPL 2025.

🏅 Record Holder
M Prasidh Krishna
26
Rank Player Stats Details
#1 M Prasidh Krishna 26 Econ: 0.23
#2 Noor Ahmad 24 Econ: 0.00
#3 Trent Boult 23 Econ: 0.00
#4 Arshdeep Singh 22 Econ: 0.00
#5 Josh Hazlewood 22 Econ: 0.00
#6 Jasprit Bumrah 21 Econ: 0.57
#7 Sai Kishore 19 Econ: 0.00
#8 VG Arora 19 Econ: 0.63
#9 Mitchell Starc 19 Econ: 0.63
#10 B Kumar 18 Econ: 0.33
📊 Analysis & Insights
The 2025 season marked a turning point. M Prasidh Krishna's approach demonstrated evolving strategies.
💡 Key Takeaways
  • M Prasidh Krishna leads with 26.
  • Noor Ahmad is runner-up with 24.
  • 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?

M Prasidh Krishna won the Purple Cap with 26 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?

M Prasidh Krishna took 26 wickets.