IPL Purple Cap Winners List (2008–2026)
The IPL Purple Cap is awarded to the highest wicket-taker in each Indian Premier League season. Introduced in the inaugural IPL 2008 season, the Purple Cap is worn by the leading wicket-taking bowler throughout the tournament and is officially awarded after the final match. Winning the Purple Cap is considered one of the biggest individual achievements for bowlers in the IPL.
On this page, you’ll find the complete IPL Purple Cap winners list (2008–2026), including every season’s winner, team, wickets, matches played, and major records. Whether you’re looking for the IPL 2021 Purple Cap winner, the 2011 Purple Cap winner, or the complete Purple Cap in IPL list, this guide covers every season in one place.
Table of Contents
IPL Purple Cap Winners List (2008–2026)
| Season | Player | Team | Wickets | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Sohail Tanvir | RR | 22 | 11 |
| 2009 | RP Singh | DEC | 23 | 16 |
| 2010 | Pragyan Ojha | DEC | 21 | 16 |
| 2011 | Lasith Malinga | ME | 28 | 16 |
| 2012 | Morne Morkel | DD | 25 | 16 |
| 2013 | Dwayne Bravo | CSK | 32 | 18 |
| 2014 | Mohit Sharma | CSK | 23 | 16 |
| 2015 | Dwayne Bravo | CSK | 26 | 16 |
| 2016 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | SRH | 23 | 17 |
| 2017 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | SRH | 26 | 14 |
| 2018 | Andrew Tye | KXIP | 24 | 14 |
| 2019 | Imran Tahir | CSK | 26 | 17 |
| 2020 | Kagiso Rabada | DC | 30 | 17 |
| 2021 | Harshal Patel | RCB | 32 | 15 |
| 2022 | Yuzvendra Chahal | RR | 27 | 17 |
| 2023 | Mohammed Shami | GT | 28 | 17 |
| 2024 | Harshal Patel | BKS | 24 | 14 |
| 2025 | Prasidh Krishna | GT | 25 | 15 |
| 2026 | Kagiso Rabada | GT | 29 | 17 |
10. IPL 2008 Purple Cap Winner – Sohail Tanvir
Pakistani left-arm pacer Sohail Tanvir was the first Purple Cap winner of the IPL. He played a key role in Rajasthan Royals’ first IPL title win by taking 22 wickets in just 11 matches. His bowling figures of 6/14 against Chennai Super Kings in that season remained the best bowling record in the IPL for a long time. His unique bowling action and swing posed a big challenge to the batsmen.
Sohail Tanvir’s Match-by-Match Performances in IPL 2008
| Match No. | Opposition | Bowling Figures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chennai Super Kings | 1/40 |
| 2 | Delhi Capitals* | 0/16 |
| 3 | Mumbai Indians | 4/14 |
| 4 | Chennai Super Kings | 3/33 |
| 5 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 3/26 |
| 6 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 3/10 |
| 7 | Deccan Chargers | 0/39 |
| 8 | Mumbai Indians | 0/13 |
| 9 | Chennai Super Kings | 6/14 |
| 10 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2/30 |
| 11 | Chennai Super Kings (Final) | 0/0* |
Notes:
- Matches Played: 11
- Total Wickets: 22
- Best Bowling Figures: 6/14 vs Chennai Super Kings
- 3+ Wicket Hauls: 5 (4/14, 3/33, 3/26, 3/10, 6/14)
- Purple Cap Winner: IPL 2008
- Team: Rajasthan Royals
* Delhi Capitals were known as Delhi Daredevils (DD) during the 2008 IPL season.
* In the IPL 2008 Final, Tanvir did not bowl and recorded bowling figures of 0/0.
9. IPL 2009 Purple Cap Winner – RP Singh
RP Singh won the Purple Cap in the 2009 IPL held in South Africa,
taking 23 wickets in 16 matches. He was equally effective in the new ball and death overs for Deccan Chargers. His consistent performances helped the team win its first and only IPL title.
| IPL Season | Team | Matches | Wickets | Bowling Average | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Deccan Chargers | 16 | 23 | 18.13 | Purple Cap Winner, Tournament Champion |
| 2010 | Deccan Chargers | 12 | 13 | 28.46 | Continued as the team’s leading pace bowler |
| 2011 | Kochi Tuskers Kerala | 14 | 10 | 26.54 | Led the bowling attack in the franchise’s only IPL season |
| 2012 | Mumbai Indians | 11 | 9 | 31.80 | Contributed with valuable wickets in a strong bowling unit |
| 2013 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 11 | 14 | 25.76 | Finished as one of RCB’s leading wicket-takers |
| 2016 | Rising Pune Supergiants | 4 | 1 | 37.00 | Final IPL season before retirement |
8. IPL 2010 Purple Cap Winner – Pragyan Ojha
Left-arm spinner Pragyan Ojha won the Purple Cap in 2010 with 21 wickets. His controlled bowling in the Powerplay and middle overs kept the opposition from scoring big runs. He is considered one of the most successful Indian spinners in IPL history.
| Statistic | IPL Career Totals |
|---|---|
| Matches | 92 |
| Wickets | 89 |
| Bowling Average | 26.20 |
| Economy Rate | 7.37 |
| Best Bowling | 3/11 |
| 4-Wicket Hauls | 3 |
7. IPL 2011 Purple Cap Winner – Lasith Malinga
Sri Lanka’s legendary pacer Lasith Malinga won the Purple Cap in 2011 with 28 wickets in 16 matches. His exceptional skills with yorkers, slower balls and death overs have won Mumbai Indians numerous matches. He also held the record for the most wickets in a season for a long time.
| Year | Wickets |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 24 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2019 | 16 |
6. IPL 2012 Purple Cap Winner – Morne Morkel
South African pacer Morne Morkel won the Purple Cap with 25 wickets for Delhi Daredevils. He regularly troubled the opposition batsmen with his extra bounce and pace and contributed greatly to Delhi’s successful season.
Overall Delhi Daredevils (DC) Career Stats
| Metric | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | Total (DC Career) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 12 | 16 | 13 | 41 |
| Wickets | 13 | 25 | 13 | 51 |
| Best Bowling Figures | 3/30 | 4/20 | 2/26 | 4/20 |
| Bowling Average | 22.38 | 18.12 | 30.30 | 22.56 |
| Achievement | 25 wickets in 16 matches |
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5. IPL 2013 Purple Cap Winner – Dwayne Bravo
West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo became the first bowler in IPL history to win the Purple Cap twice. In 2013, he set a new record with 32 wickets, which stood for eight years. In 2015, he proved his superiority by taking the highest wicket-taker for Chennai Super Kings and winning the Purple Cap again. His slower ball and perfect planning of the death overs made him one of the best bowlers in T20.
| Key IPL Record / Achievement | Details |
|---|---|
| Multiple Purple Caps | Won the IPL Purple Cap twice, in 2013 (32 wickets) and 2015 (26 wickets), making him one of the few bowlers in IPL history to achieve this feat. |
| Joint Record for Most Wickets in a Season | Claimed 32 wickets in IPL 2013, which remains the joint-highest wicket tally by any bowler in a single IPL season. |
| CSK’s Leading Wicket-Taker | Holds the record as Chennai Super Kings’ all-time highest wicket-taker, with 168 wickets in 144 matches for the franchise. |
| Elite All-Round Milestone | Became the first player in IPL history to achieve 1,000+ runs, 100+ wickets, and 50+ sixes. |
| Titles & Finals Record | Shares the world record for winning the most T20 finals (16) as a player, with a significant number of those victories coming for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). |
4. IPL 2016 & 2017 Purple Cap Winner – Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SRH)
Bhuvneshwar Kumar created history by winning the Purple Cap in two consecutive seasons. He was one of the main characters in Sunrisers Hyderabad’s maiden IPL title win in 2016. He was long known as one of India’s best T20 pacers for his swing, perfect line-lengths and excellent bowling in the death overs.
| Category | Record / Achievement |
|---|---|
| SRH All-Time Most Matches | Played 145 matches for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), the most by any player for the franchise. |
| SRH All-Time Most Wickets | Took 157 wickets for SRH, the highest wicket tally in the franchise’s history. |
| 100+ Matches for SRH | The only player to represent SRH in 100 or more IPL matches. |
| Back-to-Back Purple Caps | The only bowler in IPL history to win consecutive Purple Caps – 2016 (23 wickets) and 2017 (26 wickets) for SRH. |
| 2016 IPL Champion | Played a crucial role as SRH’s lead fast bowler during their maiden IPL title-winning campaign in 2016. |
| Most Dot Balls in IPL History | Holds the all-time IPL record with 1,793 dot balls, the most by any bowler in tournament history. |
| Best Bowling Figures for SRH | 5/19 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 2017 IPL season. |
| Most Home Wickets | Claimed 48 wickets at Hyderabad, the most wickets by any bowler at a single home venue in IPL history. |
| Overall IPL Career Wickets | Has taken 226 wickets in his overall IPL career. |
3. IPL 2021 & 2024 Purple Cap Winner – Harshal Patel (RCB & PBKS)
Harshal Patel is the only bowler in IPL history to have won the Purple Cap for two different teams. In 2021, he equalled Dwayne Bravo’s record by taking 32 wickets for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. He later proved his consistency by winning the Purple Cap again for Punjab Kings in 2024. His slower ball and varied death bowling set him apart.
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Total IPL Matches | 124 |
| Total IPL Wickets | 151 wickets |
| Bowling Average | 24.68 |
| Economy Rate | 8.92 |
| Most Wickets in a Single IPL Season | 32 wickets in IPL 2021 (joint all-time record with Dwayne Bravo) |
| Purple Caps Won | 2 (2021 – RCB, 2024 – PBKS) |
| Second Purple Cap Season | 24 wickets in 14 matches (IPL 2024) |
| Hat-trick | Hat-trick against Mumbai Indians while playing for RCB in IPL 2021 |
| Best Bowling Figures | 5/27 vs Mumbai Indians (IPL 2021) |
2. IPL 2020 & 2026 Purple Cap Winner – Kagiso Rabada (DC & GT)
South African pacer Kagiso Rabada won the Purple Cap in 2020 with 30 wickets for Delhi Capitals. He then won the honour for a second time in 2026 with 29 wickets for Gujarat Titans. He is one of the most successful fast bowlers in modern T20 cricket due to his pace, bounce and consistent aggressive bowling.
| Category | Delhi Capitals (DC) (2017–2021) | Gujarat Titans (GT) |
|---|---|---|
| Team | Delhi Capitals (DC) | Gujarat Titans (GT) |
| Playing Span | 2017–2021 | 2025–Present |
| Signing Price | — | INR 10.75 crore |
| Purple Cap | Won the IPL 2020 Purple Cap with 30 wickets, finishing as the tournament’s highest wicket-taker. | Won the IPL 2026 Purple Cap with 29 wickets in 17 matches. |
| Best Bowling Figures | 4/21 vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2020 | 4/45 (Best figures for GT)* |
| Wickets | 76 wickets in 50 matches | Consistent strike bowler for the franchise. |
| Bowling Average | 20.52 | Maintained an impressive wicket-taking record. |
| Key Highlight | One of the fastest bowlers to reach 76 wickets in just 50 IPL matches for Delhi Capitals. | Became a two-time Purple Cap winner after leading GT’s bowling attack in IPL 2026. |
| Availability | Regular member of the DC bowling attack. | Appearances in some seasons were occasionally affected by brief absences due to international commitments and workload management. |
1. Recent Purple Cap Winners (2022–2025)
| Season | Player | Team | Wickets | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Yuzvendra Chahal | RR | 27 | 17 |
| 2023 | Mohammed Shami | GT | 28 | 17 |
| 2024 | Harshal Patel | PBKS | 24 | 14 |
| 2025 | Prasidh Krishna | GT | 25 | 15 |
Yuzvendra Chahal won the Purple Cap for Rajasthan Royals in 2022 with his exceptional leg-spin bowling. Mohammed Shami topped the list with 28 wickets in a devastating spell with the new ball for Gujarat Titans in 2023. Harshal Patel created history by winning the Purple Cap for the second time in 2024. And Prasidh Krishna won the Purple Cap for Gujarat Titans in 2025 with his consistent pace bowling.
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Purple Cap Winners by Team
Different IPL franchises have produced Purple Cap winners over the years, with Chennai Super Kings, Gujarat Titans, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Rajasthan Royals among the most successful. The table below shows how many Purple Caps each franchise has won.
| Team | Purple Cap Winners | Seasons | Total Purple Caps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | Dwayne Bravo, Mohit Sharma, Imran Tahir | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2019 | 4 |
| Gujarat Titans (GT) | Mohammed Shami, Prasidh Krishna, Kagiso Rabada | 2023, 2025, 2026 | 3 |
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | Sohail Tanvir, Yuzvendra Chahal | 2008, 2022 | 2 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 2016, 2017 | 2 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | Harshal Patel | 2021 | 1 |
| Punjab Kings (PBKS) | Harshal Patel | 2024 | 1 |
| Mumbai Indians (MI) | Lasith Malinga | 2011 | 1 |
| Delhi Daredevils (DD) | Morne Morkel | 2012 | 1 |
| Deccan Chargers (DEC) | RP Singh, Pragyan Ojha | 2009, 2010 | 2 |
| Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) | Andrew Tye | 2018 | 1 |
| Delhi Capitals (DC) | Kagiso Rabada | 2020 | 1 |
Purple Cap Winners by Country
Over the years, bowlers from several cricket-playing nations have won the IPL Purple Cap. India has produced the most winners, while Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and the West Indies have also featured prominently.
| Country | Players | Purple Caps |
|---|---|---|
| India | RP Singh, Pragyan Ojha, Mohit Sharma, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mohammed Shami, Prasidh Krishna | 10 |
| South Africa | Morne Morkel, Kagiso Rabada | 3 |
| West Indies | Dwayne Bravo | 2 |
| Sri Lanka | Lasith Malinga | 1 |
| Pakistan | Sohail Tanvir | 1 |
| Australia | Andrew Tye | 1 |
Bowlers Who Won Multiple IPL Purple Caps
Only a handful of bowlers have managed to win the Purple Cap more than once, highlighting their consistency across different IPL seasons.
| Player | Purple Caps | Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Dwayne Bravo | 2 | 2013, 2015 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 2 | 2016, 2017 |
| Harshal Patel | 2 | 2021, 2024 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 2 | 2020, 2026 |
Interesting fact: Bhuvneshwar Kumar remains the only bowler to win the Purple Cap in consecutive IPL seasons, while Harshal Patel is the only bowler to win it for two different franchises.
Pace Bowlers vs Spin Bowlers
Fast bowlers have historically dominated the Purple Cap race because they bowl with both the new ball and at the death, where wickets are more common. However, several world-class spinners have also finished as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker.
Purple Cap Winners – Pace Bowlers
- Sohail Tanvir
- RP Singh
- Lasith Malinga
- Morne Morkel
- Dwayne Bravo (2)
- Mohit Sharma
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar (2)
- Andrew Tye
- Kagiso Rabada (2)
- Harshal Patel (2)
- Mohammed Shami
- Prasidh Krishna
Total Purple Caps: 15
Purple Cap Winners – Spin Bowlers
- Pragyan Ojha
- Imran Tahir
- Yuzvendra Chahal
Total Purple Caps: 4
Analysis: Since the IPL began in 2008, pace bowlers have won approximately 79% of all Purple Caps, showing how valuable fast bowlers are throughout an IPL season, particularly in the powerplay and death overs.
IPL Purple Cap Timeline (2008–2026)
| Season | Winner | Team | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Sohail Tanvir | RR | 22 |
| 2009 | RP Singh | DEC | 23 |
| 2010 | Pragyan Ojha | DEC | 21 |
| 2011 | Lasith Malinga | MI | 28 |
| 2012 | Morne Morkel | DD | 25 |
| 2013 | Dwayne Bravo | CSK | 32 |
| 2014 | Mohit Sharma | CSK | 23 |
| 2015 | Dwayne Bravo | CSK | 26 |
| 2016 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | SRH | 23 |
| 2017 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | SRH | 26 |
| 2018 | Andrew Tye | KXIP | 24 |
| 2019 | Imran Tahir | CSK | 26 |
| 2020 | Kagiso Rabada | DC | 30 |
| 2021 | Harshal Patel | RCB | 32 |
| 2022 | Yuzvendra Chahal | RR | 27 |
| 2023 | Mohammed Shami | GT | 28 |
| 2024 | Harshal Patel | PBKS | 24 |
| 2025 | Prasidh Krishna | GT | 25 |
| 2026 | Kagiso Rabada | GT | 29 |
Purple Cap Trends and Records
Looking at the history of the IPL Purple Cap reveals several interesting trends. Fast bowlers have dominated the award, winning 15 of the 19 seasons, while spin bowlers have claimed it only four times. Chennai Super Kings have produced the most Purple Cap-winning performances, followed by Gujarat Titans.
Another notable trend is that only four bowlers—Dwayne Bravo, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, and Kagiso Rabada—have won the Purple Cap more than once. Among them, Bhuvneshwar Kumar is the only player to win back-to-back Purple Caps (2016 and 2017), while Harshal Patel is the only bowler to achieve the feat with two different franchises.
As IPL teams continue to rely heavily on specialist death bowlers and strike pacers, fast bowlers remain more likely than spinners to finish as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker.
Interesting Facts
- Sohail Tanvir was the first-ever IPL Purple Cap winner.
The Rajasthan Royals pacer claimed 22 wickets in just 11 matches during the inaugural IPL season in 2008 and played a crucial role in helping his team win the first IPL title. His remarkable 6/14 against Chennai Super Kings remained the league’s best bowling figures for several years. - Only one bowler has won consecutive Purple Caps.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar created IPL history by winning the Purple Cap in back-to-back seasons (2016 and 2017) for Sunrisers Hyderabad, making him the only player to achieve this feat. - The highest wicket tally in a single IPL season is a shared record.
Dwayne Bravo (2013) and Harshal Patel (2021) jointly hold the record for the most wickets in a single IPL season with 32 wickets each. - Harshal Patel is the only bowler to win Purple Caps for two different franchises.
He won the award with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2021 and repeated the achievement with Punjab Kings in 2024, a unique milestone no other bowler has accomplished in IPL history.
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FAQ
Who won the IPL Purple Cap in 2008?
Sohail Tanvir won the IPL 2008 Purple Cap while playing for Rajasthan Royals. He claimed 22 wickets in 11 matches, becoming the first-ever Purple Cap winner in IPL history and helping Rajasthan Royals lift the inaugural IPL trophy.
Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2009?
RP Singh won the IPL 2009 Purple Cap for Deccan Chargers after taking 23 wickets in 16 matches. His consistent bowling performances played a key role in Deccan Chargers winning their first IPL title.
Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2010?
Pragyan Ojha won the IPL 2010 Purple Cap while representing Deccan Chargers. The left-arm spinner finished the season with 21 wickets in 16 matches, making him the tournament’s highest wicket-taker.
Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2011?
Lasith Malinga won the IPL 2011 Purple Cap for Mumbai Indians. The Sri Lankan fast bowler picked up 28 wickets in 16 matches, dominating batters with his deadly yorkers and exceptional death-over bowling.
Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2021?
Harshal Patel won the IPL 2021 Purple Cap while playing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). He took 32 wickets in 15 matches, equalling Dwayne Bravo’s record for the most wickets in a single IPL season.
Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2022?
Yuzvendra Chahal won the IPL 2022 Purple Cap for Rajasthan Royals. The leg-spinner finished the season with 27 wickets in 17 matches, helping his team reach the IPL final.
Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2023?
Mohammed Shami won the IPL 2023 Purple Cap while representing Gujarat Titans. He claimed 28 wickets in 17 matches, finishing as the highest wicket-taker of the season.
Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2024?
Prasidh Krishna won the IPL 2025 Purple Cap while playing for Gujarat Titans. He picked up 25 wickets in 15 matches, finishing as the highest wicket-taker of the season.
Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2025?
Prasidh Krishna won the IPL 2025 Purple Cap while playing for Gujarat Titans. He picked up 25 wickets in 15 matches, finishing as the highest wicket-taker of the season.
Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2026?
Kagiso Rabada won the IPL 2026 Purple Cap for Gujarat Titans. The South African pacer took 29 wickets in 17 matches, earning his second IPL Purple Cap after previously winning the award in 2020.
Conclusion
The IPL Purple Cap is one of the most prestigious individual awards in the Indian Premier League, recognizing the highest wicket-taker in each season. From Sohail Tanvir, who became the inaugural Purple Cap winner in 2008, to Kagiso Rabada in 2026, the award has celebrated some of the finest bowlers in T20 cricket.
So far, Dwayne Bravo, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Harshal Patel, and Kagiso Rabada are the only bowlers to have won the Purple Cap twice. Among them, Bhuvneshwar Kumar remains the only player to win the award in consecutive seasons (2016 and 2017), while Harshal Patel is the only bowler to win the Purple Cap for two different IPL franchises.
We will continue updating this IPL Purple Cap Winners List every season with the latest winners, records, statistics, and interesting facts, making this page a complete and reliable resource for cricket fans.
