Fastest 100 Wickets in IPL: The Indian Premier League (IPL) is known for its electrifying performances and the records that the players make throughout the tournament. The feat of achieving 100 wickets is considered one of the major milestones for a bowler in the IPL.
Let’s take a look at the top 5 bowlers who reached fastest 100 wickets in IPL history.
| No. | Bowler | Matches | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kagiso Rabada | 64 | April 13, 2023 |
| 2 | Lasith Malinga | 70 | May 18, 2013 |
| 3 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 81 | April 17, 2017 |
| 3 | Harshal Patel | 81 | April 10, 2023 |
| 4 | Rashid Khan | 83 | April 23, 2022 |
| 5 | Amit Mishra | 83 | May 10, 2014 |
| 5 | Ashish Nehra | 83 | April 05, 2017 |
1. Kagiso Rabada – 64 matches
Kagiso Rabada, the South African speedster who plays for Punjab Kings, recently became the fastest bowler to reach 100 IPL wickets. He achieved the feat in his 64th IPL match, surpassing the previous record holder, Lasith Malinga. Rabada completed the milestone by dismissing Gujarat Titans’ opener, Wriddhiman Saha.
2. Lasith Malinga – 70 matches
The beautiful interview of coach Lasith Malinga, Yuzi Chahal & Sandeep Sharma. And the story behind of Sandeep's Yorkers.
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Former Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga held the record for the fastest to reach 100 wickets in the IPL before Rabada broke it. Malinga achieved this feat in IPL 2013, playing for Mumbai Indians, in his 70th match.
Top 5 Bowlers to Reach Fastest 100 Wickets in IPL
3. Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 81 matches
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Bhuvneshwar Kumar is the fastest Indian bowler to reach 100 wickets in IPL. He achieved this milestone in IPL 2017, in his 81st match.
3. Harshal Patel – 81 matches
In IPL 2023, Harshal Patel reached the milestone of 100 career wickets during RCB’s match against Lucknow Super Giants. Since his IPL debut in 2012, Harshal has represented Delhi Capitals and RCB, taking 101 wickets across 81 matches, with an average of 23.23 and an economy rate of 8.52.
4. Rashid Khan – 83 matches
Rashid Khan with the ball in IPL 2023:
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Second highest wicket taker in this season – The MVP. pic.twitter.com/4alxnPKymC
Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan reached 100 IPL wickets in his 83rd match while playing for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2022.
5. Amit Mishra and Ashish Nehra – 83 matches
Amit Mishra and Ashish Nehra are tied at the fifth spot as they both reached the milestone of 100 IPL wickets in their 83rd match. Mishra achieved this feat in IPL 2014 while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad, while Nehra did it in IPL 2017 for Royal Challengers Bangalore.
Top 5 Bowlers to Reach Fastest 100 Wickets in IPL
Fastest 100 Wickets in IPL: It’s not easy for a bowler to achieve the feat of taking 100 wickets in the IPL. The top 5 bowlers who made it to this elite club did so with exceptional skills and dedication towards their craft. These bowlers have left a lasting impression in IPL history, and their records will be remembered for years to come.
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