Find out who the best spin bowlers in the IPL are, both the current players and those known as the greatest in the league’s history.
5. Sunil Narine
Sunil Narine has taken 152 wickets in 148 matches for Kolkata Knight Riders, making him just behind Ashwin. In 2012, he performed very well, taking 24 wickets, and was named the Most Valuable Player (MVP). His great performance helped Kolkata Knight Riders win their first title that year.
4. Ravichandran Ashwin
Next is Ravichandran Ashwin. He has taken 157 wickets in 184 matches while playing for different teams such as Chennai Super Kings, Delhi Capitals, Kings XI Punjab, Rajasthan Royals, and Rising Pune Supergiants. In 2023, he will be joining the Rajasthan Royals. He is expected to make a big impact on the team by taking more wickets.
3. Piyush Chawla
Piyush Chawla is the third-best spinner in IPL history. He took 157 wickets in 165 matches. He played in the IPL until 2021. In 2023, he joined Mumbai Indians for 50 lakh rupees. Before that, he played for Chennai Super Kings, Kings XI Punjab, and Kolkata Knight Riders.
2. Amit Mishra
Amit Mishra is the second-best bowler in IPL history. He took 166 wickets in 154 matches for Deccan Chargers, Delhi Daredevils/Capitals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad. He last played in the IPL in 2021. Now, Lucknow Super Giants have picked him for the 2023 tournament. He could get more wickets this season, but he might not play a major role in the team’s second season.
1. Yuzvendra Chahal
Yuzvendra Chahal is the best spin bowler in IPL history. He has taken 166 wickets in 131 matches for Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Rajasthan Royals. Currently, he is tied for second place on the all-time list, but he ranks higher because he has played fewer matches.
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