Top 10 Wicket Takers in Women's Premier League History

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) has quickly become a stage where bowlers shine just as brightly as the batters. While explosive hitting often catches the eye, it’s the bowlers who deliver under pressure that shape championship outcomes. This list ranks the top 10 players with the most wickets in WPL history, including their key stats and standout performances.

Leading Wicket Takers Overview

West Indies all-rounder Hayley Matthews grabbed the first Purple Cap by taking 16 wickets in 10 matches during the 2023 inaugural season, leading Mumbai Indians to the title. Since then, she has remained at the top, finishing WPL 2025 with a total of 41 wickets. Close behind is her Mumbai Indians teammate, New Zealand’s Amelia Kerr, with 40 wickets. Both players have been central to their team’s success.

Rank: 1
Player Name: Hayley Matthews
Team: Mumbai Indians Women
Matches: 29
Wickets: 41
Best Bowling Inning (BBI): 3/5
Average: 17.56
Economy: 7.24
Strike Rate (SR): 14.53

Rank: 2
Player Name: Amelia Kerr
Team: Mumbai Indians Women
Matches: 29
Wickets: 40
BBI: 5/38
Average: 17.90
Economy: 7.64
SR: 14.05

Rank: 3
Player Name: Sophie Ecclestone
Team: UP Warriorz Women
Matches: 25
Wickets: 36
BBI: 4/13
Average: 18.38
Economy: 6.68
SR: 16.50

Rank: 4
Player Name: Jess Jonassen
Team: Delhi Capitals Women
Matches: 24
Wickets: 33
BBI: 4/31
Average: 20.75
Economy: 7.74
SR: 16.09

Rank: 5
Player Name: Nat Sciver-Brunt
Team: Mumbai Indians Women
Matches: 29
Wickets: 32
BBI: 3/18
Average: 22.28
Economy: 7.66
SR: 17.43

Rank: 6
Player Name: Shikha Pandey
Team: Delhi Capitals Women
Matches: 27
Wickets: 30
BBI: 3/23
Average: 23.20
Economy: 6.96
SR: 20.00

Rank: 7
Player Name: Marizanne Kapp
Team: Delhi Capitals Women
Matches: 24
Wickets: 28
BBI: 5/15
Average: 19.57
Economy: 5.89
SR: 19.92

Rank: 8
Player Name: Deepti Sharma
Team: UP Warriorz Women
Matches: 25
Wickets: 27
BBI: 4/19
Average: 29.29
Economy: 8.29
SR: 21.18

Rank: 9
Player Name: Saika Ishaque
Team: Mumbai Indians Women
Matches: 22
Wickets: 25
BBI: 4/11
Average: 20.68
Economy: 7.62
SR: 16.28

Rank: 10
Player Name: Ashleigh Gardner
Team: Gujarat Giants Women
Matches: 25
Wickets: 25
BBI: 3/31
Average: 27.20
Economy: 8.34
SR: 19.56

Spotlight on Key Players

The top wicket-taker in WPL history, Matthews ended the 2023 final with a stunning 3/5 performance. Her ability to strike at crucial moments helped Mumbai Indians capture the title. Across 29 matches, she took 41 wickets at an average of 17.56 and an economy rate of 7.24.

Kerr has been a relentless force with the ball, accumulating 40 wickets in 29 games. She boasts a five-wicket haul (5/38) and maintains an economy of 7.64, showcasing her impact as a premier all-rounder for Mumbai Indians.

England’s spinner Sophie Ecclestone has taken 36 wickets in 25 matches, highlighted by a best bowling of 4/13. Her control and consistency have been vital for UP Warriorz.

The Australian left-arm spinner has claimed 33 wickets with a best of 4/31, troubling batsmen regularly with tight lines and length.

Sciver-Brunt is not only a top wicket-taker with 32 dismissals but also the league’s highest run-scorer, demonstrating her all-around value.

Other Notable Bowlers

Shikha Pandey (Delhi Capitals Women): 30 wickets at 6.96 economy.
Marizanne Kapp (Delhi Capitals Women): 28 wickets with an impressive economy of 5.89.
Deepti Sharma (UP Warriorz Women): 27 wickets, controlling the middle overs with an 8.29 economy.
Saika Ishaque (Mumbai Indians Women): 25 wickets and a strong 7.62 economy.
Ashleigh Gardner (Gujarat Giants Women): 25 wickets, crucial for her team’s attack.

FAQs

Who holds the record for most wickets in WPL? West Indies’ Hayley Matthews with 41 wickets.
Who won the Purple Cap in WPL 2025? Amelia Kerr from Mumbai Indians with 18 wickets.
Who was the best bowler in WPL 2025? Amelia Kerr, the Kiwi all-rounder, topped wickets with 18 scalps.
Which players have taken five-wicket hauls in WPL? Tara Norris, Kim Garth, Marizanne Kapp, Asha Sobhana, and Amelia Kerr have all achieved this.

Top 10 Wicket Takers in Women's Premier League History