IPL 2025: From Jasprit Bumrah To Lasith Malinga- Most Maidens By Bowlers In Indian Premier League History

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IPL 2025: Bowling a maiden over in T20 cricket, especially in the high-scoring Indian Premier League (IPL), is a rare achievement. With batters constantly looking to attack, maintaining control and economy is a challenge.

However, some elite bowlers have managed to deliver multiple maiden overs, showcasing their skill, accuracy, and ability to build pressure. Here's a look at the top 10 bowlers with the most maiden overs in IPL history.

1. Bhuvneshwar Kumar - 14 Maidens

Teams: Pune Warriors India, Sunrisers Hyderabad
Matches: 176
Wickets: 181
Economy: 7.56
Best Figures: 5/19

Leading the list, one of India's finest swing bowlers, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been a pillar of consistency in the IPL. His ability to swing the new ball and bowl in the death overs makes him one of the most reliable pacers in the tournament. With 14 maiden overs, he tops the charts along side Praveen Kumar. Bhuvi will be representing RCB in the 2025 season.

2. Praveen Kumar - 14 Maidens

Teams: RCB, KXIP, MI, SRH, Gujarat Lions
Matches: 119
Wickets: 90
Economy: 7.72
Best Figures: 3/18

Another good swing bowler, ex India pacer, Praveen Kumar was known for his ability to move the ball both ways. His disciplined bowling in the powerplay earned him 14 maidens, making him one of the most economical bowlers in IPL history.

3. Trent Boult - 11 Maidens

Teams: DC, KKR, MI, RR, SRH
Matches: 104
Wickets: 121
Economy: 8.29
Best Figures: 4/18

Trent Boult has been a lethal weapon with the new ball, often providing early breakthroughs. His ability to swing the ball at pace has helped him register 11 maidens in his IPL career. The New Zealand star will be representing Mumbai this season.

4. Irfan Pathan - 10 Maidens

Teams: DC, GL, KXIP, RPS, SRH
Matches: 103
Wickets: 80
Economy: 7.77
Best Figures: 3/24

Former star all-rounder, Irfan Pathan was a dependable man in his own department. His control with the ball allowed him to bowl 10 maiden overs in his IPL career.

5. Dhawal Kulkarni - 8 Maidens

Teams: GL, MI, RR
Matches: 92
Wickets: 86
Economy: 8.30
Best Figures: 4/14

Dhawal Kulkarni was a consistent performer in the IPL, often taking the new ball for his teams. His accuracy and ability to hit the right lengths helped him record 8 maidens over his career.

6. Jasprit Bumrah - 8 Maidens

Team: Mumbai Indians
Matches: 133
Wickets: 165
Economy: 7.30
Best Figures: 5/10

Arguably the best fast bowler of this generation, Mumbai Indians' Jasprit Bumrah has mastered the art of death bowling. While he is known for his yorkers, he has also bowled 8 maidens, proving his ability to stifle batters in all phases of the game.

7. Lasith Malinga - 8 Maidens

Team: Mumbai Indians
Matches: 122
Wickets: 170
Economy: 7.14
Best Figures: 5/13

A legend of the IPL, Lasith Malinga was the go-to bowler for Mumbai Indians in crunch moments. With his deadly yorkers and deceptive slower balls, he bowled 8 maiden overs in his illustrious career.

8. Sandeep Sharma - 8 Maidens

Teams: KXIP, PBKS, RR, SRH
Matches: 127
Wickets: 137
Economy: 7.88
Best Figures: 5/18

A highly underrated bowler, Sandeep Sharma has consistently troubled big-name batters with his swing and variations. His control over line and length has helped him deliver 8 maidens in the IPL. Sandeep will once again be seen in action for Rajasthan in IPL 2025.

9. Dale Steyn - 7 Maidens

Teams: DCH, GL, RCB, SRH
Matches: 95
Wickets: 97
Economy: 6.91
Best Figures: 3/8

One of the greatest fast bowlers of all time, Dale Steyn was a force to be reckoned with in his prime. His raw pace and aggression saw him bowl 7 maidens, proving his dominance in the IPL.

10. Amit Mishra - 6 Maidens

Teams: DC, DCH, LSG, SRH
Matches: 162
Wickets: 174
Economy: 7.37
Best Figures: 5/17

The only spinner on this list, Amit Mishra has been a wicket-taking machine in the IPL. His flight and variations have often kept batters guessing, helping him register 6 maiden overs.