Mitchell Starc Rises to Fourth in IPL 2025 Purple Cap Standings
Mitchell Starc has jumped to the fourth spot in the IPL 2025 Purple Cap standings after a standout performance against Kolkata Knight Riders. The Delhi Capitals pacer took three crucial wickets, bringing his total to 14. Although he is tied with Noor Ahmad of Chennai Super Kings, Starc ranks below due to a higher economy rate of 10.16. In comparison, Noor maintains an economy of 8.03.
Josh Hazlewood Leads the Purple Cap Race
Josh Hazlewood of Royal Challengers Bengaluru continues to top the Purple Cap table. He has claimed 18 wickets in 10 matches. Just one wicket behind is Gujarat Titans’ Prasidh Krishna, while Noor Ahmad sits in third. Starc and Varun Chakravarthy, who also impressed with a 2-wicket haul, round off the top five. The race for the Purple Cap is heating up with every match.
Sai Sudharsan Holds Orange Cap Despite Pressure
Sai Sudharsan of Gujarat Titans remains at the top of the IPL 2025 Orange Cap chart. He has scored 456 runs so far. Virat Kohli from RCB follows closely with 443, while Mumbai Indians’ Suryakumar Yadav is in third place with 427. Rajasthan Royals opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and GT’s Jos Buttler are also in contention. With just 52 runs separating the top six, this race remains wide open.
Updated Standings – Orange and Purple Cap Leaders
Purple Cap Leaders:
- Josh Hazlewood (RCB) – 18 wickets
- Prasidh Krishna (GT) – 17 wickets
- Noor Ahmad (CSK) – 14 wickets
- Mitchell Starc (DC) – 14 wickets
- Varun Chakravarthy (KKR) – 13 wickets
Josh Hazlewood breathes fire with the ball! 🔥
— wicketbuzz (@wicketbuzz) April 30, 2025
Leading the Purple Cap race with 18 wickets in IPL 2025!
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Orange Cap Leaders:
- Sai Sudharsan (GT) – 456 runs
- Virat Kohli (RCB) – 443 runs
- Suryakumar Yadav (MI) – 427 runs
- Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR) – 426 runs
- Jos Buttler (GT) – 406 runs
Sai Sudharsan sits on top of the run charts! 🧡
— wicketbuzz (@wicketbuzz) April 30, 2025
456 runs and counting—your Orange Cap holder in IPL 2025!
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Battle for Top Performers Heats Up in IPL 2025
As IPL 2025 nears its final leg, both cap races have become more competitive. Starc’s rise in the Purple Cap list and Sudharsan’s consistency in the Orange Cap standings are keeping fans excited. Upcoming matches will play a major role in deciding the ultimate leaders.
