PWH de Silva (Jaffna Kings/Jaffna Stallions/Kalutara Kings): 67 Most wickets at an average of 19.83 and an economy rate of 7.24.
These bowlers have all been consistent performers in the LPL, and their wickets have been crucial to their teams’ success. de Silva is the leading wicket-taker in the history of the tournament, and he has also been the leading wicket-taker in the last Three seasons.
Thushara is a consistent wicket-taker who has been able to take wickets at both the top and the bottom of the order. Pradeep is a death bowler who has been able to defend his team’s total with some impressive bowling performances.
Theekshana is a young bowler who has come into the tournament and made an immediate impact. He is a mystery spinner who has been able to take wickets with his variations. Patel is a spin bowler who has been able to take wickets in the middle overs.
These bowlers are all capable of taking wickets in different ways, and they have all been able to be successful in the LPL. They are all important players for their teams, and they will be looking to continue their success in the years to come.
Here is a table of the top 10 bowlers in LPL history for wickets taken:
Complete List of Top Wicket Taker In Lanka Premier League In History
| Player | Span | Mat | Inns | Balls | Overs | Runs | Wkts |
| N Pradeep (BLK/DG/GG/KT) | 2020-2023 | 30 | 29 | 597 | 99.3 | 931 | 43 |
| N Thushara (GG/JK) | 2020-2023 | 29 | 29 | 609 | 101.3 | 807 | 41 |
| M Theekshana (JK/JS) | 2020-2023 | 28 | 28 | 660 | 110.0 | 743 | 33 |
| CAK Rajitha (CS/DV/GT) | 2020-2023 | 24 | 23 | 445 | 74.1 | 553 | 30 |
| B Fernando (DBA/JK/JS/KW) | 2020-2023 | 20 | 20 | 434 | 72.2 | 532 | 28 |
| I Udana (BLK/CK/GG/KAF) | 2020-2023 | 33 | 31 | 581 | 96.5 | 819 | 26 |
| SR Patel (DV/GG) | 2020-2021 | 19 | 18 | 388 | 64.4 | 428 | 23 |
| Naveen-ul-Haq (CS/KT) | 2020-2022 | 18 | 18 | 389 | 64.5 | 519 | 23 |
| Noor Ahmad (DBA/GG) | 2021-2023 | 23 | 23 | 523 | 87.1 | 574 | 23 |
| RAS Lakmal (CS/JK/JS) | 2020-2022 | 24 | 24 | 422 | 70.2 | 584 | 23 |
| PVD Chameera (BLK/CK/CS) | 2020-2023 | 21 | 21 | 437 | 72.5 | 636 | 23 |
| JDF Vandersay (CK/CLS/CS) | 2020-2023 | 16 | 16 | 330 | 55.0 | 405 | 22 |
| V Viyaskanth (JK/JS) | 2020-2023 | 18 | 18 | 366 | 61.0 | 426 | 22 |
| S Prasanna (CS/GT/KT) | 2020-2023 | 25 | 24 | 394 | 65.4 | 460 | 22 |
| D Lakshan (CLS/CS/GG) | 2020-2023 | 17 | 14 | 246 | 41.0 | 370 | 19 |
| CBRLS Kumara (DBA/DV/GT/KW) | 2020-2023 | 16 | 16 | 298 | 49.4 | 445 | 19 |
| CR Brathwaite (KAF) | 2022-2022 | 8 | 8 | 156 | 26.0 | 178 | 18 |
| Wahab Riaz (GG/JK) | 2021-2022 | 14 | 14 | 298 | 49.4 | 434 | 17 |
| Mohammad Amir (GG) | 2020-2021 | 16 | 16 | 345 | 57.3 | 446 | 17 |
| DM de Silva (CS/DBA/JK/JS) | 2020-2023 | 31 | 23 | 380 | 63.2 | 461 | 17 |
| PADLR Sandakan (CLS/GG) | 2020-2023 | 17 | 17 | 354 | 59.0 | 504 | 17 |
| DN Wellalage (JK) | 2022-2023 | 19 | 15 | 258 | 43.0 | 258 | 16 |
| PC de Silva (BLK/DBA/JK/JS) | 2020-2023 | 25 | 21 | 308 | 51.2 | 352 | 16 |
| C Karunaratne (CLS/DG/KAF) | 2021-2023 | 28 | 22 | 370 | 61.4 | 566 | 16 |
| JNT Seales (JK) | 2021-2021 | 7 | 6 | 122 | 20.2 | 159 | 15 |
| Imran Tahir (DG) | 2021-2021 | 10 | 9 | 210 | 35.0 | 210 | 15 |
Top 5 Highest Wicket Taker In Lanka Premier League (LPL) All Time
1. Nuwan Pradeep (Black Caps/Dambulla Giants/Galle Gladiators/Kandy Falcons): 56 Wickets
Leading the pack is the experienced right-arm pacer, Nuwan Pradeep. His pace, swing, and accuracy have seen him become a vital cog in various teams throughout the LPL. With an impressive 56 wickets across 39 matches, Pradeep boasts an average of 20.71 and an economy rate of 7.70, highlighting his effectiveness in restricting runs and taking crucial wickets.
2. Nuwan Thushara (Galle Gladiators/Jaffna Kings): 49 Wickets
Another right-arm pace bowler, Nuwan Thushara, follows closely with 49 wickets in 36 matches. His deceptive slower deliveries and ability to exploit batting weaknesses have made him a valuable asset for Galle Gladiators and Jaffna Kings. Thushara’s average of 22.86 and economy rate of 7.89 showcase his consistency in putting pressure on batsmen and creating breakthroughs.
3. Maheesh Theekshana (Jaffna Kings/Jaffna Stallions): 47 Wickets
The young leg-spinner, Maheesh Theekshana, brings variety and spin to the attack. His deceptive googlies and variations have troubled batsmen across the LPL. With 47 wickets in 37 matches, Theekshana boasts an average of 22.77 and an economy rate of 6.60, showcasing his ability to control the flow of runs and take wickets at crucial junctures.
4. Kasun Rajitha (Colombo Stars/Dambulla Vikings/Galle Titans): 44 Wickets
The right-arm fast bowler, Kasun Rajitha, brings express pace and aggression to the bowling attack. His ability to generate raw pace and swing the ball makes him a threat to any batsman. Rajitha’s 44 wickets in 34 matches come at an average of 24.77 and an economy rate of 8.47, highlighting his impact in creating pressure and taking quick wickets.
5. Binura Fernando (Dambulla Aura/Jaffna Kings/Jaffna Stallions/Kandy Warriors): 42 Wickets
Rounding out the top 5 is the left-arm spinner, Binura Fernando. His accurate spin and variations have troubled batsmen in different LPL teams. Fernando’s 42 wickets in 35 matches come at an average of 22.29 and an economy rate of 6.82, demonstrating his effectiveness in controlling the scoring rate and taking wickets at key moments.
FAQ About LPL Wicket Takers
PWH de Silva (Jaffna Kings/Jaffna Stallions/Kalutara Kings): 39 Most wickets at an average of 19.83 and an economy rate of 7.24.
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