Mumbai Indians' star pacer Jasprit Bumrah continues to lead the Purple Cap race this IPL season. In the recent clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 6, Bumrah took a wicket and conceded 23 runs across his overs. Despite this, SRH’s left-arm pacer T Natarajan, who went wicketless in the same match, remains in fourth place in the Purple Cap standings. Previously, Natarajan had solidified his position by taking two wickets and conceding 35 runs.
Punjab Kings' (PBKS) pacer Harshal Patel, who sits just behind Bumrah, enhanced his tally on May 5 against Chennai Super Kings by taking three wickets while giving up only 24 runs. His teammate, Arshdeep Singh, who also took two wickets in that match but conceded 42 runs, holds the fifth spot.
Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy remains in third place. On May 5, against Lucknow Super Giants, Chakaravarthy claimed three wickets for 30 runs in his three-over spell. Notably, he is the only spinner among the top contenders in the Purple Cap race.
Here is the updated list of bowlers contending for the Purple Cap:
Jasprit Bumrah (MI)
The formidable pacer has maintained his dominance over batters, amassing 18 wickets in 12 matches with an impressive economy rate of 6.20. His achievements this season also include a five-wicket haul.
Harshal Patel (PBKS)
Continuing his role as a key wicket-taker for PBKS, Harshal has claimed 17 wickets in 11 matches, although his economy rate stands at 9.78. Harshal is a previous Purple Cap winner, having secured 32 wickets in the 2021 season.
Varun Chakaravarthy (KKR)
KKR’s mystery spinner has taken 16 wickets in 11 matches, managing an economy rate of 8.75. He plays a crucial role for his team, particularly in the middle overs.
T Natarajan (SRH)
A pivotal figure in the death overs for SRH, Natarajan has taken 15 wickets in nine matches, with an economy rate of 9.00.
Arshdeep Singh (PBKS)
After a challenging start to the season, Arshdeep Singh has found his rhythm, capturing 15 wickets in 11 matches at an economy rate of 10.06.
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