IPL Purple Cap 2024 is currently being led by Mustafi Zur Rehman of Chennai Super Kings. He has emerged as the frontrunner for the Purple Cap after week 1 of the 2024 Tata IPL. With an impressive tally of 6 wickets taken in just 2 matches. Mustafi Zur Rehman has showcased exceptional bowling skills and consistency on the field. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on him to maintain his stellar performance and clinch the coveted Purple Cap at the culmination of the IPL season.
IPL Purple Cap 2024 Players list after the Lucknow Super Giants vs Punjab Kings match on Saturday, 30 March, is mentioned below:
| PLAYER | MAT | WKTS |
| Mustafizur Rahman | 2 | 6 |
| Harshit Rana | 2 | 5 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 3 | 4 |
| Sam Curran | 3 | 4 |
| Andre Russell | 2 | 4 |
The prestigious Purple Cap award is bestowed upon the player who takes the highest number of wickets throughout the IPL season. It signifies excellence in bowling prowess and is a coveted accolade among cricketers. The player who maintains the leading position in wicket-taking until the conclusion of the tournament earns this esteemed recognition.
Who won the Purple Cap in 2023?
Gujarat Titans seamer Mohammed Shami concluded the season as the leading wicket-taker, having secured 28 wickets at an economy rate of 8.03. He was closely followed by his teammates Rashid Khan and Mohit Sharma, who both finished with 27 wickets each. Mohit Sharma, who also took three wickets in the final match, boasted the better economy rate of the two at 8.17. Collectively, these three bowlers contributed to 83 wickets throughout the season.
Mohammad Shami Ruled out of IPL 2024
Mohammed Shami expressed his determination to recover swiftly following surgery on his right Achilles tendon in London on Monday. Unfortunately, this development all but confirms his absence from IPL 2024, scheduled to run from March 22 to May 26.
Shami’s hiatus from cricket dates back to India’s ODI World Cup campaign, where he played a pivotal role in India’s journey to the final. Remarkably, he emerged as the leading wicket-taker in the tournament, securing 24 wickets in seven matches at an average of 10.70 and a strike rate of 12.20.