Full List of IPL Purple Cap Winners from Year 2008 to 2025

The Purple Cap in the Indian Premier League (IPL) is awarded to the bowler with the most wickets each season. It recognizes the bowler’s consistency and impact throughout the tournament. Since the league began, many bowlers have displayed exceptional skills and played key roles in their teams’ success. The Purple Cap celebrates individual brilliance while highlighting the vital role of bowlers in the T20 format. This award stands as a symbol of remarkable bowling performances in IPL history.

IPL Purple Cap Winners List from 2008 to 2025

2008: Sohail Tanvir (Rajasthan Royals)

Pakistan pacer Sohail Tanvir became the first Purple Cap winner, taking 22 wickets in 11 matches for Rajasthan Royals. His best performance was 6/14 against Chennai Super Kings.

2009: RP Singh (Deccan Chargers)

RP Singh won the Purple Cap in 2009 by claiming 23 wickets in 16 matches for Deccan Chargers. His brilliant 4-wicket haul in the final helped Deccan lift the title.

2010: Pragyan Ojha (Deccan Chargers)

Pragyan Ojha secured the Purple Cap in 2010, picking up 21 wickets in 16 matches. His best figures were 3/26 against Mumbai Indians.

2011: Lasith Malinga (Mumbai Indians)

Lasith Malinga, representing Mumbai Indians, claimed the Purple Cap in 2011 with 28 wickets in 16 matches. He played a crucial role in MI’s journey to the final.

2012: Morne Morkel (Delhi Daredevils)

Morne Morkel bagged the Purple Cap in 2012 by taking 25 wickets for Delhi Daredevils. His best figures were 4/20 against Kolkata Knight Riders.

Full List IPL Purple Cap Winners from 2008 to 2025