Harshal Patel Tops IPL 2021 Purple Cap Holder List with Most Wickets in Season 14 of VIVO Indian Premier League

Harshal Patel made headlines in the VIVO Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 as he claimed the coveted purple cap after a stunning five-wicket haul for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) against the Mumbai Indians in the season opener. The right-arm pacer showcased his skills at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, dismantling the MI batting lineup and achieving his first-ever five-wicket haul in the IPL.

Following Patel on the list of leading wicket-takers are Jasprit Bumrah and Marco Jansen from MI, who both secured two wickets each in the thrilling encounter. As the IPL season progresses, the competition for the purple cap, awarded to the highest wicket-taker of the tournament, is expected to intensify.

The purple cap has been previously won by renowned bowlers such as Lasith Malinga, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Kagiso Rabada. This season, stalwarts like Dwayne Bravo, Pat Cummins, and Mohammed Shami are determined to clinch the prestigious title. With the league stage being held in Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata, and the playoffs and final set for Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Cricket Stadium, IPL 2021 promises to be an exhilarating event.

Despite the challenges posed by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the IPL continues to captivate fans worldwide with its thrilling matches and exceptional performances. As the battle for the purple cap heats up, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await to see which bowler will emerge victorious in this highly anticipated tournament.