Top 5 best figures by Indian bowlers in the IPL history

Mumbai Indians pacer Akash Madhwal scripted history in the IPL 2023 Eliminator clash against Lucknow Super Giants. Madhwal bagged five wickets for just 5 runs in 3.3 overs claiming the joint-best figures by an Indian bowler in the IPL history.

Here is the list of top 5 best figures by Indian bowlers in the IPL history:

5) Ankit Rajpoot – 5/14

In IPL 2018, Kings XI Punjab pacer Ankit Rajpoot took five wickets for 14 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Season: IPL 2018
Match: KXIP vs SRH
Figures: 5/14

4) Ishant Sharma – 5/12

While representing Deccan Chargers, Ishant Sharma bagged a 5-wicket haul and conceded only 12 runs in against Kochi Tuskers Kerala in IPL 2011.

Season: IPL 2011
Match: DC vs KTK
Figures: 5/12

3) Jasprit Bumrah – 5/10

In the IPL 2022 clash against Kolkata Knight Riders, MI’s star pacer Jasprit Bumrah picked up 5 scalps for 10 runs.

Season: IPL 2022
Match: MI vs KKR
Figures: 5/10

2) Akash Madhwal – 5/5

Akash Madhwal was the standout bowler for MI in the IPL 2023 Eliminator clash against LSG. He took 5 wickets while conceding only 5 runs.

Season: IPL 2023
Match: MI vs LSG
Figures: 5/5

1) Anil Kumble – 5/5

Anil Kumble tops the charts with sensational figures of 5/5 in the 2009 edition of the cash-rich league. He claimed such astonishing figures while representing Royal Challengers Bangalore in a match against Rajasthan Royals.

Season: IPL 2009
Match: RCB vs RR
Figures: 5/5