Purple Cap in IPL Winners List from 2008-2024

The Purple Cap in IPL is an award that is presented to the leading Wicket taker of the IPL Season. It is a reward to the Bowler for his outstanding display with the ball throughout the season.

Cricket, especially the shorter format is said to be a Batsman’s game. The T20 format has been specially designed to see maximum runs being scored in the least number of balls. The presence of Power Plays and flat pitches recently have made the game for Bowlers even tougher.

In spite of all the odds, there are some Bowlers which are extremely talented and keep the ability to change the course of the game any day.

After the introduction of Orange Cap on 25 April 2008, Purple Cap in IPL was announced on 13 May 2008.

During the course of the tournament, the Bowler with the most number of Wickets would wear the Purple Cap while fielding and at the end of the tournament the Bowler with most number of Wickets would be awarded the Purple Cap Award after the conclusion of the Finals.

Sohail Tanvir was the first player to be awarded the Purple Cap in IPL, In 11 matches he took 22 Wickets.

Dwayne Bravo took 32 Wickets in 2013 which is the most number of Wickets by any Bowler in a single Tournament.

Rules for Purple Cap in IPL

• It is presented to the Leading wicket-taker of the Season.
• The Bowler with more number of Wickets would wear the Purple Cap in the field during the tournament.
• In case of a tie, the Bowler with a superior economy rate would be awarded the Purple Cap IPL.

Now let’s have a look at the Purple Cap in IPL winners list

Purple Cap in IPL Winners List

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