The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 was an exciting season filled with incredible performances, and one of the key highlights was the battle for the Purple Cap – awarded to the highest wicket-taker of the season. In IPL 2022, Yuzvendra Chahal from Rajasthan Royals emerged as the IPL 2022 highest wicket-taker with 27 wickets in 17 matches.
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IPL 2022 Highest Wicket-Takers – Full List
Below is the list of the top wicket-takers in IPL 2022:
| Rank | Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Best Figures | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yuzvendra Chahal | Rajasthan Royals | 17 | 27 | 5/40 | 7.75 |
| 2 | Wanindu Hasaranga | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 16 | 26 | 5/18 | 7.54 |
| 3 | Kagiso Rabada | Punjab Kings | 13 | 23 | 4/33 | 8.45 |
| 4 | Umran Malik | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 14 | 22 | 5/25 | 9.03 |
| 5 | Kuldeep Yadav | Delhi Capitals | 14 | 21 | 4/14 | 8.44 |
Match-by-Match Performance of Yuzvendra Chahal
Let’s take a look at how Chahal picked up his wickets throughout the season:
| Match | Opponent | Wickets | Figures |
| Match 1 | vs SRH | 3 wickets | 3/22 |
| Match 2 | vs MI | 2 wickets | 2/26 |
| Match 3 | vs RCB | 1 wicket | 1/23 |
| Match 4 | vs LSG | 4 wickets | 4/41 |
| Match 5 | vs KKR | 5 wickets (Hat-trick!) | 5/40 |
| Match 6 | vs GT | 2 wickets | 2/32 |
| Match 7 | vs DC | 1 wicket | 1/28 |
One of Chahal’s most memorable performances came against Kolkata Knight Riders, where he took a hat-trick and picked up five wickets in a single match. This performance played a crucial role in Rajasthan Royals’ successful campaign.
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Expert Opinions & Player Quotes
Yuzvendra Chahal on Winning the Purple Cap
Chahal emphasized that his primary goal was the team’s success rather than individual accolades:
“When I was planning before the season, I didn’t think I’ll get the Purple Cap; we’d decided we would finish in the top two, and that has happened.”
“The title is always important, even more than the Purple Cap.”
— Yuzvendra Chahal (Source)
Teammate & Coach Commendations
Fellow spinner Kuldeep Yadav praised Chahal’s consistency and impact, expressing his desire to see Chahal secure the Purple Cap:
“Yuzvendra Chahal has been like a big brother; I want him to win the Purple Cap.”
— Kuldeep Yadav (Source)
Analyst Insights: Harsha Bhogle’s Take
Cricket analyst Harsha Bhogle praised Chahal’s impressive statistics and his key role in Rajasthan Royals’ campaign:
“Chahal is currently the leading wicket-taker of the IPL 2022, with 22 scalps to his name in 11 outings. His bowling average of 14.45 and economy of 7.25 are amongst the best in the tournament.”
— Harsha Bhogle (Source)
User Engagement Sections
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Fan Reactions from Twitter & Instagram
Here are some of the best reactions from social media about Chahal’s performance:
🗣 @CricketFan99 – “Chahal’s hat-trick against KKR was legendary! What a match! 🔥”
🎯 @T20Stats – “Yuzi Chahal is proving why he’s one of the best T20 spinners in IPL history!”
🤩 @RajasthanRoyals – “Our Purple Cap Winner, Yuzvendra Chahal! 💜🏏”
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A “Did You Know?” Trivia Section
🔹 Chahal is the first spinner to take a hat-trick for Rajasthan Royals!
🔹 He took the most wickets for RR in a single season (27 wickets in 2022)!
🔹 Before becoming a cricketer, Chahal was a national-level chess player!
FAQs on IPL 2022 Highest Wicket-Taker
Q1: Who won the Purple Cap in IPL 2022?
🡆 Yuzvendra Chahal (Rajasthan Royals) had 27 wickets.
Q2: How many wickets did Hasaranga take in IPL 2022?
🡆 He picked 26 wickets in 16 matches for RCB.
Q3: Who was the second-highest wicket-taker in IPL 2022?
🡆 Wanindu Hasaranga from RCB with 26 wickets.
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Conclusion
Yuzvendra Chahal’s performance in IPL 2022 was nothing short of extraordinary. His match-winning spells, strategic bowling, and consistency helped Rajasthan Royals immensely. With 27 wickets in 17 matches, he earned the Purple Cap and established himself as one of the greatest T20 bowlers in IPL history.
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