IPL 2024: Mustafizur Rahman rises to 4th place in Purple Cap race following CSK vs LSG match | Latest IPL News

Chennai Super Kings bowler Mustafizur Rahman has climbed to the 4th spot on the Purple Cap table in the IPL 2024 season after taking a crucial wicket against the Lucknow Super Giants. Despite a wicketless performance in Mumbai Indians’ recent match against Rajasthan Royals, Jasprit Bumrah still holds the lead in the race for the most wickets.

Yuzvendra Chahal also made a significant milestone by claiming his 200th wicket in the tournament, joining Bumrah and Harshal Patel on 13 wickets each. The competition for the Purple Cap is heating up as the season progresses.

In the past, players who have won the Purple Cap in the IPL have gone on to represent their national teams in major tournaments like the T20 World Cup. The performance in the IPL also adds value to the players for the upcoming seasons.

In the previous season, Mohammed Shami of Gujarat Titans clinched the Purple Cap with 28 wickets, followed by his teammate Mohit Sharma. The list of past Purple Cap winners includes renowned names like Yuzvendra Chahal, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, and Imran Tahir.

As the IPL 2024 season unfolds, fans eagerly anticipate which bowler will emerge as the leading wicket-taker and claim the prestigious Purple Cap. Stay tuned for more updates on the exciting cricket action in the tournament.