TATA IPL 2025 ALL Bowling Stats! Bowlers with Maximum Impact in the Lists
Some victories aren't just about lifting a trophy; they're about lifting the weight of years. After nearly two decades of heartbreak, hope, and heroic performances, Royal Challengers Bengaluru have finally broken their title drought and clinched the TATA IPL 2025 title.
The streets of Bengaluru erupted in joy as RCB defeated Punjab Kings by 6 runs in a thrilling finale. Virat Kohli, who has worn the red and gold since the very beginning, finally saw his dream materialize. His emotional reaction with five balls left in the match—eyes filled with tears—said it all. For the fans, for Kohli, for the franchise, this win is poetry, not just sport.
With the tournament wrapped up in dramatic fashion, it's time to shift our attention from emotions to excellence—the numbers that defined IPL 2025. From match-winning spells to miserly economies and records that left jaws dropped, this season was packed with bowling brilliance.
Most Wickets in IPL 2025
The purple cap race saw Prasidh Krishna leading the charts with 25 wickets. Noor Ahmad and Josh Hazlewood followed closely, showcasing consistency and impact in crunch games.
| Rank | Player | Matches | Overs | Balls | Wickets | Average | Runs | 4-fers | 5-fers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prasidh Krishna | 15 | 59.0 | 354 | 25 | 19.52 | 488 | 1 | - |
| 2 | Noor Ahmad | 14 | 50.0 | 300 | 24 | 17.00 | 408 | 2 | - |
| 3 | Josh Hazlewood | 12 | 44.0 | 264 | 22 | 17.55 | 386 | 1 | - |
| 4 | Trent Boult | 16 | 57.4 | 346 | 22 | 23.50 | 517 | 1 | - |
| 5 | Arshdeep Singh | 17 | 58.2 | 350 | 21 | 24.67 | 518 | - | - |
| 6 | R Sai Kishore | 15 | 42.3 | 255 | 19 | 20.68 | 393 | - | - |
| 7 | Jasprit Bumrah | 12 | 47.2 | 284 | 18 | 17.56 | 316 | 1 | - |
| 8 | Vaibhav Arora | 12 | 42.3 | 255 | 17 | 25.29 | 430 | - | - |
| 9 | Varun Chakaravarthy | 13 | 50.0 | 300 | 17 | 22.53 | 383 | - | - |
| 10 | Krunal Pandya | 15 | 46.0 | 276 | 17 | 22.29 | 379 | 1 | - |
Best Economy Bowlers
Pace and precision defined this table. Jasprit Bumrah was not only the most economical but also a wicket-taker, a rare combination. Spin duo Kuldeep and Varun also made key contributions with tight spells.
| Rank | Bowler | Matches | Overs | Inns | Wickets | Economy | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasprit Bumrah | 12 | 47.2 | 12 | 18 | 6.68 | 17.56 | 15.78 |
| 2 | Kuldeep Yadav | 14 | 51.0 | 13 | 15 | 7.08 | 24.07 | 20.40 |
| 3 | Varun Chakaravarthy | 13 | 50.0 | 13 | 17 | 7.66 | 22.53 | 17.65 |
| 4 | Sunil Narine | 12 | 45.0 | 12 | 12 | 7.80 | 29.25 | 22.50 |
| 5 | Noor Ahmad | 14 | 50.0 | 14 | 24 | 8.16 | 17.00 | 12.50 |
| 6 | Krunal Pandya | 15 | 46.0 | 15 | 17 | 8.24 | 22.29 | 16.24 |
| 7 | Digvesh Singh Rathi | 13 | 52.0 | 13 | 14 | 8.25 | 30.64 | 22.29 |
| 8 | Prasidh Krishna | 15 | 59.0 | 15 | 25 | 8.27 | 19.52 | 14.16 |
| 9 | Josh Hazlewood | 12 | 44.0 | 12 | 22 | 8.77 | 17.55 | 12.00 |
| 10 | Arshdeep Singh | 17 | 58.2 | 17 | 21 | 8.88 | 24.67 | 16.67 |
Best Bowling Spells of the Season
Some of the most explosive spells of the season came from both speedsters and spinners. Mitchell Starc’s 5-fer and Siraj’s fiery 4-17 stood out as game-changing efforts.
| Rank | Bowler | Opposition | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Best Bowling | Maidens | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mitchell Starc | SRH | 3.4 | 35 | 5 | 5-35 | - | 10.29 |
| 2 | Hardik Pandya | LSG | 4.0 | 36 | 5 | 5-36 | - | 9.00 |
| 3 | Mohammed Siraj | SRH | 4.0 | 17 | 4 | 4-17 | - | 4.25 |
| 4 | Noor Ahmad | MI | 4.0 | 18 | 4 | 4-18 | - | 4.50 |
| 5 | Jasprit Bumrah | LSG | 4.0 | 22 | 4 | 4-22 | - | 5.50 |
| 6 | Ashwani Kumar | KKR | 3.0 | 24 | 4 | 4-24 | - | 8.00 |
| 7 | Trent Boult | SRH | 4.0 | 26 | 4 | 4-26 | - | 6.50 |
| 8 | Harshal Patel | CSK | 4.0 | 28 | 4 | 4-28 | - | 7.00 |
| 9 | Yuzvendra Chahal | KKR | 4.0 | 28 | 4 | 4-28 | - | 7.00 |
| 10 | Noor Ahmad | KKR | 4.0 | 31 | 4 | 4-31 | - | 7.75 |
Best Bowling Averages
Jaydev Unadkat, though playing fewer matches, topped the average charts. Noor Ahmad and Hazlewood maintained their form throughout the season to make this elite list.
| Rank | Bowler | Matches | Overs | Wickets | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jaydev Unadkat | 7 | 23.5 | 11 | 15.91 |
| 2 | Noor Ahmad | 14 | 50.0 | 24 | 17.00 |
| 3 | Josh Hazlewood | 12 | 44.0 | 22 | 17.55 |
| 4 | Jasprit Bumrah | 12 | 47.2 | 18 | 17.56 |
| 5 | Vignesh Puthur | 5 | 12.0 | 6 | 18.17 |
| 6 | Karn Sharma | 6 | 15.0 | 7 | 18.29 |
| 7 | Eshan Malinga | 7 | 26.4 | 13 | 18.31 |
| 8 | Harpreet Brar | 8 | 22.0 | 10 | 19.00 |
| 9 | Prasidh Krishna | 15 | 59.0 | 25 | 19.52 |
| 10 | Will Jacks | 13 | 14.0 | 6 | 20.00 |
Most Runs Conceded in an Innings
Even the best can have an off day. Archer and Shami, usually reliable, had nights they'd want to forget, going for record-breaking runs.
| Player | Overs | Runs Conceded | Wickets Taken | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jofra Archer | 4.0 | 76 | - | 19.00 |
| Mohammed Shami | 4.0 | 75 | - | 18.75 |
| Will O’Rourke | 4.0 | 74 | 2 | 18.50 |
| Khaleel Ahmed | 3.0 | 65 | - | 21.66 |
| Pat Cummins | 4.0 | 60 | - | 15.00 |
| MP Yadav | 4.0 | 60 | - | 15.00 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 4.0 | 60 | - | 15.00 |
| Anrich Nortje | 4.0 | 60 | - | 15.00 |
| Trent Boult | 4.0 | 57 | 2 | 14.25 |
| Avesh Khan | 4.0 | 57 | - | 14.25 |