Runs win you games but wickets always win you tournaments in T20 cricket. And CPL has been no different here. In eight years now we've seen bowlers playing a vital role in winning the cup for their team. With consistent performance, they have justified their legacy. With it, they became a part of history. Below is the list of the top 10 wicket-takers in the history of the most decorated T20 league, the Caribbean premier league.
10. KEVON COOPER: 59 Wickets
(Trinbago Knight Riders, Trinidad & Tobago Red Steel)
The Right-arm medium bowler has played just 56 games in his CPL career and has made an immense impact. He last took part in the league in 2018 and still is one of the top 10 bowlers. With that many wickets and economy under 8, Kevon Cooper was the go-to bowler under any circumstances for Knight Riders.
9. RAVI RAMPAUL: 60 Wickets
(Barbados Tridents, Trinbago Knight Riders)
The veteran has played for two teams in his CPL career and did wonderfully. In just 44 matches he picked 60 wickets at an average of 20.83. Although injuries have been a big concern in his career, he always makes sure whatever time he is on the field, he will give in his 100%. His 4/15 is still one of the most memorable spells in his CPL career.
8. ANDRE RUSSELL: 62 Wickets
(Jamaican Tallawahs)
Is there any list that Andre is not part of? Although he has played few more games than the previous two games, this doesn't take away any credits from the muscle man. In 70 matches he has picked 62 wickets. The all-rounder can bowl in the power play and at death too. The numbers don't lie about how Impactful all-rounder he is.
7. SOHAIL TANVIR: 68 Wickets
(Guyana Amazon Warriors, St Kitts, and Nevis Patriots, St Lucia Zouks)
The Pakistani bowler has been a regular at the Caribbean premier league. Having represented three teams, he has picked 68 wickets overall for them. He owns the best bowling figure in the CPL with 5/3 which he picked up against Barbados Tridents.
6. KESRICK WILLIAMS : 75 Wickets
(Jamaica Tallawahs, St Lucia Kings, St Lucia Stars, St Lucia Zouks)
The 31-year-old bowler has been a consistent performer for St Lucia Zouks in CPL. Kesrick Williams has picked up 75 wickets in just 5 years, precisely in 58 matches. The right-arm fast-medium bowler also holds two 4 wickets haul in CPL.
5. SHELDON COTTRELL: 79 Wickets
(Antigua Hawksbills, St Kitts and Nevis Patriots)
In over 62 matches for two different teams in CPL, Sheldon Cottrell has picked massive 79 wickets. One of the most promising bowlers of West Indies with his unique style of celebration has been the catch of the eyes of fans from around the world. Sheldon is 5th on the list.
4. SUNIL NARINE: 85 Wickets
(Guyana Amazon Warriors, Trinbago Knight Riders)
Now, who isn't familiar with this name. The mystery spinner holds 85 wickets in the CPL. He is the only bowler on the planet to bowl a maiden in a super over. Sunil Narine in 82 matches has an economy rate of just 5.39, now that's gold in t20 cricket. Sunil Narine with his unique hairstyle and some mystery will continue to dominate in CPL for Trinbago Knight Riders.
3. KRISHMAR SANTOKIE: 85 Wickets
(Guyana Amazon Warriors, Jamaica Tallawahs, St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, St Lucia Zouks)
The 36-year-old has played for quite a few teams in his career. Krishmar Santokie has picked 85 wickets and is 3rd on the list. Well, you ask what's different? He has got these many wickets in just 58 matches. Krishmar last played in CPL in 2019 and still sits at number 3 in the list.
2. RAYAD EMRIT: 96 Wickets
(Barbados Tridents, Guyana Amazon Warriors, St Kitts, and Nevis Patriots)
At number 2, Emrit has picked over 90 wickets in CPL at an average of 22.75. The 40-year-old all-rounder is known for his wicket of DJ Bravo which got them a win in the CPL final.
1. DWAYNE BRAVO: 114 Wickets
(St Kitts and Nevis Patriots, Trinbago Knight Riders, Trinidad & Tobago Red Steel)
The Rock star of t20 cricket, DJ bravo has grabbed the hold of 114 wickets in his CPL career. He is the only bowler to have 100 plus wickets in the tournament. The veteran has 4-four wickets haul and 1-five wickets haul as well. It's not everyone's cup of tea to face DJ Bravo and if he's on a song, you are ensured for some entertainment along with a sweet victory as well. The four-time champion is the highest wicket-taker in the CPL.
