The Purple Cap race in IPL 2026 is shaping up with several bowlers competing for the top spot. This page provides the latest updated standings, including wickets, averages, and economy rates throughout the season.
The leaderboard changes frequently with every match, making it important to track consistent performers. From powerplay specialists to death-over bowlers, every wicket plays a key role in the race. Stay updated with the latest Purple Cap holder and top wicket-takers as the tournament progresses.
Purple Cap Leaderboard (IPL 2026)
| Pos | Player | Team | Wickets | Matches | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | RCB | 22 | 12 | 23/4 |
| 2 | Kagiso Rabada | GT | 21 | 12 | 25/3 |
| 3 | Anshul Kamboj | CSK | 19 | 11 | 22/3 |
| 4 | Rashid Khan | GT | 16 | 12 | 33/4 |
| 5 | Prince Yadav | LSG | 16 | 11 | 32/3 |
| 6 | Kartik Tyagi | KKR | 16 | 11 | 22/3 |
| 7 | Eshan Malinga | SRH | 16 | 12 | 32/4 |
| 8 | Jofra Archer | RR | 15 | 11 | 20/3 |
| 9 | Jamie Overton | CSK | 14 | 10 | 18/4 |
| 10 | Prasidh Krishna | GT | 14 | 8 | 28/4 |
| 11 | Jason Holder | GT | 13 | 6 | 24/4 |
| 12 | Mohammed Siraj | GT | 13 | 12 | 23/2 |
| 13 | Arshdeep Singh | PBKS | 13 | 12 | 22/3 |
| 14 | AM Ghazanfar | MI | 13 | 9 | 17/2 |
| 15 | Noor Ahmad | CSK | 12 | 11 | 21/3 |
| 16 | Sakib Hussain | SRH | 12 | 8 | 24/4 |
| 17 | Sunil Narine | KKR | 11 | 10 | 26/2 |
| 18 | Josh Hazlewood | RCB | 11 | 9 | 12/4 |
| 19 | Ravi Bishnoi | RR | 11 | 9 | 41/4 |
| 20 | Vaibhav Arora | KKR | 11 | 11 | 24/2 |
Krishna vs Kamboj: Early Battle for the Purple Cap
The competition at the top is intense, with both Krishna and Kamboj locked at 10 wickets each. Krishna’s ability to pick wickets in crucial moments has given Gujarat Titans an edge, while Kamboj’s consistency across matches has kept CSK in strong positions.
Chasing Pack Close Behind
The race is far from settled. Prince Yadav and Ravi Bishnoi are just one wicket behind, keeping the pressure on the leaders. Both bowlers have been key for their teams, delivering breakthroughs regularly in the middle overs.
Further down, experienced names like Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Krunal Pandya remain in contention, while players like Jofra Archer and Rashid Khan can quickly climb the table with a single strong performance.
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Bowlers Making the Difference
Unlike the 2026 Orange Cap race dominated by batters, the Purple Cap battle highlights the importance of disciplined bowling. Players who can control runs while picking wickets are proving to be the real match-winners in IPL 2026.
