Cricket is not merely a bat and ball game; it has the capability to change someone's life. In cricket, a single delivery can turn an underdog into a hero and a favorite into a mere spectator. Spectators love to watch cricket, and the craze for this game is on another level. There's hardly anyone who does not enjoy cricket, as it is liked by fans all over the world. The IPL is one of the most beloved cricket leagues, and here, we present the “Top 10 fifers in the Indian Premier League”.
1. Yuzvendra Chahal (RR Vs KKR)
Yuzvendra Chahal is an important player for India and Rajasthan as well. He claimed his fifer against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL. He dismissed the middle order of KKR. Rajasthan definitely outplayed Kolkata and Yuzi did an amazing job in the match.
2. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (SRH Vs GT)
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is an underrated fast bowler of team India. He is an important player for Hyderabad in the IPL. Bhuvi finished his fantastic spell with figures 5/30 against Gujarat. It was his second fifer in IPL.
3. Sohail Tanvir (RR Vs CSK)
Sohail Tanvir took the first fifer in IPL history against CSK on 4 May 2008. He claimed five wickets in the inaugural match against CSK. It is a notable achievement to take 5 wickets in just 4 overs.
4. Harbhajan Singh (MI Vs CSK)
It was another fifer by a Mumba Indians bowler. Harbhajan Singh also claimed his fifer against arch-rivals Chennai. The matches between Mumbai and Chennai are always thrilling. It was one of his best bowling performances in the IPL.
5. James Faulkner (RR Vs SRH)
James Faulkner is an Australian player who usually plays for Rajasthan in IPL. He became the first bowler who claimed a fifer two times in the IPL. He has achieved this feat two times in one season.
6. Jaidev Unadkat (RPS Vs SRH)
Jaidev Unadkat claimed the five wickets haul two times in the IPL. The match against Hyderabad is a special one for Unadkat as he picked up his second fifer and a hat trick and gave his team a memorable win against SRH. He claimed the hat-trick in the final over that makes this win so special for him and the team.
7. Lasith Malinga (MI Vs DD)
Lasith Malinga is famous for his bowling action as well as his hairstyle. He is one of the best pacers in cricket history. It is always difficult to bat against him. He claimed his five wickets haul against Delhi in the IPL.
8. Alzarri Joseph (MI Vs SRH)
Alzarri gave a phenomenal performance in the match against SRH. He claimed 6 wickets by conceding just 12 runs in 3.4 overs. It is the most amazing bowling spell that I have ever seen in the IPL. MI defended a low score thriller match against Hyderabad and Alzarri contribution is truly significant.
9. Jasprit Bumrah (MI Vs KKR)
Jasprit Bumrah is one of the best fast bowlers of team India. No doubt he is an excellent player and the best wicket taker of team India. He claimed his first fifer by conceding just 10 runs against KKR. He undoubtedly got the man of the match award for his exceptional bowling performance.
10. Akash Madhwal (MI Vs LSG)
Akash Madhwal took the first fifer of his career against Lucknow Super Giants. He claimed his five wickets by conceding just 5 runs in 3.3 overs. This is a magical figure. He became the first bowler to claim 5 wickets in the IPL playoffs. Mumbai Indians definitely outplayed LSG in the game.
