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List of Best Bowling Seasons in IPL

A comprehensive ranked list of the best bowling seasons in IPL history based on the most wickets taken by a bowler in a single season from 2008 to 2025.

10 itemsUpdated Mar 26, 2026

The IPL has seen some phenomenal bowling performances that have turned matches and seasons. Harshal Patel and Dwayne Bravo jointly hold the record for the most wickets in a single season with 32 each. Kagiso Rabada's 30-wicket haul in 2020 and Lasith Malinga's slingy accuracy in 2011 remain legendary. This ranked list showcases the all-time top individual bowling seasons by wickets taken.

#	Name	Team	Player	Season	Average
1	Harshal Patel Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2021 Took a record-equalling 32 wickets in 15 matches at an average of 14.34 and economy of 8.14, including 1 five-wicket haul.	RCB	Harshal Patel	2021	14.34
2	Dwayne Bravo Chennai Super Kings, 2013 Claimed 32 wickets in 18 matches at an average of 15.53 and economy of 7.95, playing a key role in CSK's success.	CSK	Dwayne Bravo	2013	15.53
3	Kagiso Rabada Delhi Capitals, 2020 Picked up 30 wickets in 17 matches at an average of 18.26, including 2 four-wicket hauls.	DC	Kagiso Rabada	2020	18.26
4	Lasith Malinga Mumbai Indians, 2011 Took 28 wickets in 16 matches with his lethal yorkers and slower balls.	MI	Lasith Malinga	2011	13.39
5	Dwayne Bravo Chennai Super Kings, 2015 Bagged 26 wickets in 17 matches, showcasing his death-over mastery.	CSK	Dwayne Bravo	2015	—
6	Morne Morkel Delhi Daredevils, 2012 Claimed 25 wickets in 16 matches with his express pace.	DD	Morne Morkel	2012	—
7	RP Singh Deccan Chargers, 2009 Took 23 wickets in the 2009 season, helping Deccan win the title.	DC	RP Singh	2009	—
8	Mohit Sharma Chennai Super Kings, 2014 Picked up 23 wickets in 16 matches with clever variations.	CSK	Mohit Sharma	2014	—
9	Sohail Tanvir Rajasthan Royals, 2008 Took 22 wickets in the inaugural 2008 season.	RR	Sohail Tanvir	2008	—
10	Pragyan Ojha Deccan Chargers, 2010 Claimed 21 wickets with his left-arm spin in 2010.	DC	Pragyan Ojha	2010	—

This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 26, 2026.

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