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