The race for purple cap is wide open, and it will be interesting to know who emerges triumphant in the end. Mumbai Indians sailed to a comfortable 7-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International stadium last night, chasing down a realistic goal of 144 with ease. While the match saw a low-spirited batting show from SRH, the aim now shifts to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, where RCB will lock horns with RR later today. But before that high-octane encounter. Let’s take a view at another battle brewing in the background – the contest for the coveted Purple Cap.
Prasidh Krishna: The leader of Gujarat’s Attack
Upto 24th April 2025, GT’s Prasidh Krishna sits atop the scoreboard with 16 wickets in 8 matches. With magnificent average of 14.12 and a satisfactory economy of 7.29, Krishna has been instrumental in Gujarat Titans effort. 11.62 strike rate of him speaks volumes about his capacity to constantly pick up wickets. Best performance of Prasidh Krishna of 4/41 demonstrate his knack for turning the match around. The right-arm pacer Krishna has one 4-wicket haul and two 3-wicket hauls to his name, displaying his consistency. While he has not yet captured a fifer, his compatible wicket-taking ability makes him a fierce competitor.
Kuldeep Yadav: The spin wizard weaving his magic
Kuldeep Yadav of Delhi Capitals taking 12 wickets in 8 matches. 6.50 economy of Kuldeep Yadav is specially impressive, highlighting his ability to keep the scoring down while also taking wickets. Strike rate of 16.00 and average of 17.33 of Kuldeep Yadav further solidify his position as a key bowler for Delhi Capitals. Despite the fact that he has only one 3-wicket haul and is yet to secure a 4 or 5- wicket haul, his consistent performance makes him a strong competitor for the Purple Cap.
The Chasing Pack: Hazlewood, Ahmed, and Kishore
Noor Ahmed (CSK), Josh Hazlewood (RCB) and Sai Kishore (GT) these three bowlers tied with 12 wickets each of them. Noor Ahmed, the young Afghan spinner, has been a revelation for CSK, with an economy of 7.66 and an average of 17.25. His best figures of 4/18 prove his ability to make pivotal breakthroughs.
Sai Kishore, one spinner from Gujarat Titans has also impressed with his 12 wickets. His bowling strength is slightly higher than the other bowlers.
Josh Hazlewood, the RCB pacer rounds out the top five with 12 wickets.His bowling strengths are greater than the others, but his ability and his experiences to bowl in pivotal situations make Hazlewood a valuable asset.
