IPL 2025 Purple Cap: Updated Standings After CSK vs RCB

Following Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) encounter against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Friday, March 28, 2025, the leaderboard for the leading wicket-takers in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has seen a reshuffling. Noor Ahmad of Chennai Super Kings has surged to the top of the Purple Cap standings.

Noor Ahmad Claims the Top Spot

Noor Ahmad's impressive bowling performance, which included taking three wickets for 36 runs in four overs against RCB, has propelled him to the No. 1 position. Previously, he showcased his talent by claiming 4 wickets for 18 runs against Mumbai Indians on March 23rd, bringing his total wickets in IPL 2025 to 7 in just two matches. His consistent performance has established him as a key bowler for CSK.

Current Top 10 Wicket-Takers

Here’s a detailed look at the current top 10 wicket-takers in IPL 2025, vying for the coveted Purple Cap:

1. Noor Ahmad (Chennai Super Kings): 7 wickets, Economy Rate: 6.75, Best Figures: 4/18
2. Shardul Thakur (Lucknow Super Giants): 6 wickets, Economy Rate: 6.83, Best Figures: 4/34
3. Josh Hazlewood (Royal Challengers Bengaluru): 5 wickets, Economy Rate: 5.60, Best Figures: 3/21
4. Khaleel Ahmed (Chennai Super Kings): 4 wickets, Economy Rate: 4.12, Best Figures: 3/29
5. Yash Dayal (Royal Challengers Bengaluru): 3 wickets, Economy Rate: 3.71, Best Figures: 2/18
6. R Sai Kishore (Gujarat Titans): 3 wickets, Economy Rate: 3.75, Best Figures: 3/30
7. Varun Chakaravarthy (Kolkata Knight Riders): 2 wickets, Economy Rate: 3.75, Best Figures: 2/17
8. Vignesh Puthur (Mumbai Indians): 1 wicket, Economy Rate: 3.80, Best Figures: 3/32
9. Digvesh Singh (Lucknow Super Giants): 2 wickets, Economy Rate: 3.87, Best Figures: 2/31
10. Krunal Pandya (Royal Challengers Bengaluru): 3 wickets, Economy Rate: 3.91, Best Figures: 3/29

Notable Performances and Shifts

• Josh Hazlewood’s Impact: Hazlewood demonstrated his prowess with the ball, claiming three CSK batters, including the dismissals of Rahul Tripathi and CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad. His economy rate remains impressive.
• Krunal Pandya’s Dip: Krunal Pandya, a key RCB bowler, experienced a setback, bowling two overs without taking a wicket and conceding 26 runs. This has resulted in a drop in his ranking.

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