Indian T20 Purple Cap Winners List from 2008 to 2024

The Indian Premier League (Indian T20) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league that has captured the imagination of cricket enthusiasts worldwide since its establishment in 2008. With its high-intensity matches, star-studded teams, and a combination of international and domestic players, the Indian T20 has revolutionized the way cricket is played and watched.

Purple Cap Award and Its Importance in Indian T20

Within the Indian T20, several individual awards recognize outstanding performances in different aspects of the game. The Purple Cap is one such award that recognizes the leading wicket-taker throughout the tournament. The coveted Purple Cap signifies excellence in bowling and has become a prestigious accolade in the Indian T20.

The Purple Cap is worn by the bowler who takes the highest number of wickets in the competition. It represents their ability to outwit and dismiss batsmen with their skill, accuracy, and strategic approach. It is a testament to a bowler's consistency, perseverance, and pivotal role in their team's success.

In this blog, we aim to provide a complete list of Purple Cap winners from the Indian T20's inaugural season in 2008 up to the most recent season in 2024. We will delve into the statistics, performances, and notable achievements of each Purple Cap recipient.

Indian T20 Purple Cap Winners List (2008-2024)

Indian T20 2024 Purple Cap List

Punjab Kings' Harshal Patel is at the forefront of the Indian T20 2024 Purple Cap race, having secured 22 wickets.

List of All Indian T20 Purple Cap Winners (2008 to 2023)

Indian T20 2008 Purple Cap Winner 

Sohail Tanvir

Sohail Tanvir stands out as one of the rare Pakistani cricketers in the Indian T20. His pivotal role for Rajasthan Royals in the 2008 inaugural season included securing 22 wickets in 11 games. Tanvir's notable achievement was recording the Indian T20's best bowling figures (6/14), a record later surpassed by Alzarri Joseph with 6/12 in the 2019 Indian T20.

Indian T20 2009 Purple Cap Winner 

RP Singh

In 2009, RP Singh, a standout pacer for Team India, showcased his prowess by securing the Purple Cap in the Indian T20. With 23 wickets in 16 matches, Rudra Pratap Singh, also known as RP Singh, played a pivotal role in Deccan Chargers' triumphant campaign.

Indian T20 2010 Purple Cap Winner 

Pragyan Ojha

Pragyan Ojha, a prominent Indian spinner at the time, was in exceptional form during the 2010 Indian T20, earning him the Purple Cap for the season. Playing for Deccan Chargers, he claimed 21 wickets in 16 matches, contributing significantly to their semi-final berth in the 2010 Indian T20.

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Indian T20 2011 Purple Cap Winner

Lasith Malinga

In 2011, Lasith Malinga was in sensational form, emerging as one of the marquee players for Mumbai Indians. Living up to his potential, he claimed the Purple Cap in the 2011 Indian T20 season with 28 wickets in just 16 games at an average of 13.39. Malinga's "toe-crushing yorkers" were instrumental in taking MI to the final, showcasing his critical role in their success.

Indian T20 2012 Purple Cap Winner

Morne Morkel

Morne Morkel was one of the most formidable bowlers of the 2010s, renowned for his speedy bouncers. In the 2012 Indian T20 season, the South African pacer took 25 wickets in 16 matches at an average of 18.12, earning the Purple Cap and becoming the first South African bowler to achieve this honor. His exceptional performance helped his team, Delhi Daredevils, finish at the top of the table, though they ultimately lost both qualifiers.

Indian T20 2013 Purple Cap Winner

Dwayne Bravo

Dwayne Bravo, also known as DJ Bravo, became the first West Indian to win the Purple Cap in the Indian T20. In the 2013 season, he set a record for the most wickets in a single season, claiming 32 wickets in 18 matches. His outstanding performance propelled CSK to the final, where they ultimately lost to MI. This record remains unbroken to date.

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Indian T20 2014 Purple Cap Winner

Mohit Sharma

Mohit Sharma won the Purple Cap in the 2014 Indian T20 season, playing for CSK and securing back-to-back Purple Caps for the team in consecutive years. After making his Indian T20 debut in 2013, Mohit claimed the Purple Cap in just his second season, taking 23 wickets in 16 matches.

Indian T20 2015 Purple Cap Winner

Dwayne Bravo

West Indian all-rounder Dwayne Bravo secured his second Indian T20 Purple Cap in the 2015 season, making him the first player in Indian T20 history to achieve this feat twice. In 2015, DJ Bravo took 26 wickets in 17 matches at an average of 16.38. His stellar performance helped Chennai Super Kings reach the final, where they ultimately lost to Mumbai Indians.

Indian T20 2016 Purple Cap Winner

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

In the 2016 Indian T20 season, Bhuvneshwar Kumar clinched his maiden Purple Cap, finishing with 23 wickets in 17 appearances. Bhuvneshwar's exceptional bowling played a pivotal role in Sunrisers Hyderabad's triumph, securing their first Indian T20 trophy. He led the team's formidable bowling attack, which gained notoriety for effectively defending low totals throughout the season.

Indian T20 2017 Purple Cap Winner

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Indian swing sensation Bhuvneshwar Kumar made Indian T20 history in 2017 by winning the Purple Cap for consecutive seasons, a feat unmatched in the league's history. In the 10th season, Bhuvneshwar picked up 26 wickets in just 14 matches, surpassing his previous season's tally by three wickets.

Indian T20 2018 Purple Cap Winner

Andrew Tye

In the 2018 Indian T20 season, Australian all-rounder Andrew Tye commanded attention by securing the Purple Cap. Tye cemented his reputation as a death overs specialist during this season, claiming 24 wickets in just 14 games. Despite his remarkable performance, his team KXIP finished in the bottom half of the table, securing the 7th position.

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Indian T20 2019 Purple Cap Winner

Imran Tahir

Imran Tahir claimed the Purple Cap in Indian T20 2019, becoming only the second spinner in Indian T20 history to do so. With an impressive haul of 26 wickets in just 17 matches and a remarkable economy rate of 6.69, the veteran South African leg-spinner played a crucial role in guiding Chennai Super Kings to the finals, although they ultimately lost to MI.

Indian T20 2020 Purple Cap Winner

Kagiso Rabada

Kagiso Rabada, the South African paceman, narrowly missed out on the Purple Cap in Indian T20 2019, but he made up for it with a stellar performance in 2020, clinching the coveted title. Rabada proved to be a menace for batsmen, claiming 30 wickets in 17 matches at an average of 18.26. His fiery form with the ball played a crucial role in taking his team to the Indian T20 final in 2020.

Indian T20 2021 Purple Cap Winner

Harshal Patel

Harshal Patel matched Dwayne Bravo's record for the most wickets in a single Indian T20 season by claiming 32 wickets in Indian T20 2021. Spearheading the RCB pace attack, he played a pivotal role in guiding his team to the playoffs. Patel also became the first bowler from RCB to win a Purple Cap, achieving this feat in just 15 matches with an impressive average of 14.34.

Indian T20 2022 Purple Cap Winner

Yuzvendra Chahal

During Indian T20 2022, Yuzvendra Chahal joined an elite group as only the third spinner, following Pragyan Ojha and Imran Tahir, to clinch the Purple Cap in Indian T20 history. Chahal's impressive tally of 27 wickets in just 17 matches, averaging 19.71, showcased his exceptional bowling skills. Despite his efforts, his team reached the final but fell short against Chennai Super Kings. Notably, Chahal became only the second bowler from Rajasthan Royals to secure the Purple Cap, following in the footsteps of Sohail Tanveer.

Indian T20 2023 Purple Cap Winner

Mohammed Shami

Mohammad Shami, one of India's revered pacers, secured the Purple Cap in Indian T20 2023. Leading the pace attack for Gujarat Titans, he played a vital role in guiding them to the Indian T20 2023 final, where they faced defeat against Chennai. Shami's stellar performance saw him claim 28 wickets at an average of 18.64, breaking the record for the most wickets taken in powerplay overs in a season. Impressively, 17 of his 28 wickets came during powerplay overs in Indian T20 2023.

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Summing Up

From 2008 to 2024, the Indian T20 has seen many exceptional bowlers don the prestigious Purple Cap, with each season highlighting new talents and remarkable performances. From the early dominance of spinners to the recent breakthroughs of pacers, the Purple Cap winners have consistently set high standards and thrilling benchmarks. As you celebrate these cricketing legends, why not take your passion for the game to the next level? Download the First Games app today to play fantasy cricket online and stand a chance to win up to 10 crore! Join the excitement, create your dream team, and compete with fellow cricket enthusiasts. Don't miss out—download First Games now and start your fantasy cricket journey!