Top 5 Bowlers who took the Fastest 150 IPL wickets

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen some great bowling performances in the last few years. Reaching the milestone of 150 wickets is a testament to the bowler's consistency, skill, and longevity in this highly competitive league. Reaching 150 IPL wickets is a significant achievement, highlighting these bowlers' impact on the league. In this article, we will talk about those bowlers. Till now, there have been only a few well-known bowlers who have been able to take more than 150 IPL wickets, but today we will talk about those bowlers who have achieved this feat in the least number of matches.

1. Lasith Malinga (105 Innings)

Sri Lankan legendary fast bowler Lasith Malinga holds the record for taking 150 IPL wickets in the least number of innings. Known for his brilliant bowling and deadly yorker, Malinga achieved this feat in just 105 matches. He primarily played for the Mumbai Indians and was a vital cog in their bowling attack for many years. Malinga's ability to take wickets at crucial junctures made him a formidable player in the IPL. During his IPL career (2009-2019), Malinga played 122 matches and took 170 wickets.

2. Harshal Patel (114 Innings)

Harshal Patel, playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2025 season, became the second-fastest bowler to reach 150 IPL wickets, achieving the feat in his 114th match. Patel is a right-arm medium pacer known for his variations, especially his slower balls. He is also the fastest Indian bowler to reach the milestone. Patel's IPL journey has seen him play for various franchises, including Royal Challengers Bangalore and Delhi Capitals. Patel has played 117 IPL matches and taken 150 wickets. Notably, when the number of balls is considered, Harshal Patel touched the 150-wicket mark in 2381 balls, surpassing Malinga's record of 2444 balls.

3. Yuzvendra Chahal (118 Innings) 

Yuzvendra Chahal, a crafty leg-spinner, played 118 matches to reach 150 IPL wickets. Chahal has been a consistent performer throughout his IPL career, playing for teams like Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals. His ability to trick batsmen with his variations in speed and flight has made him a successful wicket-taker in the league. Chahal has played 172 IPL games and is the all-time leading wicket-taker with 219 wickets.

4. Rashid Khan (122 Innings)

Afghan spin sensation Rashid Khan achieved 150 IPL wickets in 122 games. Known for his sharp leg-spin and tight control, Rashid has been a key bowler for both Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans. His ability to bowl economically while also taking crucial wickets makes him a valuable asset for any IPL team. Rashid Khan has played 133 IPL matches and taken 157 wickets.

5. Jasprit Bumrah (124 Innings)

Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah took 124 matches to achieve the feat of 150 IPL wickets. Known for his unique bowling action and exceptional control, especially in the death overs, Bumrah has been a mainstay for the Mumbai Indians. His ability to bowl accurate yorkers and deceptive slower balls makes him one of the most dangerous bowlers in the IPL. Bumrah has played 141 IPL matches and taken 178 wickets. Bumrah has been a part of all the title wins of Mumbai, and his stature has only grown with time. Bumrah will want to win another title for Mumbai in the upcoming cricket matches of IPL 2025. He has taken 13 wickets so far this season, too.