Most Maiden Overs in IPL History: RCB pacer shares joint record while Jofra Archer bowls first of IPL 2025

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Jofra Archer set the tone for IPL 2025 with a fiery start, delivering the tournament's first maiden over while also dismissing Rachin Ravindra in a pulsating contest between Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati on March 30 (Sunday).

The England pacer, making a statement with his express pace and pinpoint accuracy, left Ravindra clueless with a peach of a delivery. This impressive feat once again shows the importance of maiden overs in the T20 format, a rare yet crucial aspect that often shifts the momentum of a match. Let's take a look at most number of maiden overs bowled by bowlers in IPL history.

Top 10 list of Most Maiden Overs in IPL history

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In IPL history, only a handful of bowlers have mastered the art of bowling maiden overs consistently. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, known for his lethal swing and precise control, leads the charts with 14 maiden overs across his illustrious career.

He shares the top spot with Praveen Kumar, another swing specialist who played a crucial role in the league's early years. Their ability to stifle runs in the powerplay and pick up wickets made them invaluable assets for their respective franchises.

New Zealand speedster Trent Boult, with 11 maidens to his name, has proven his effectiveness, especially with the new ball, for multiple IPL teams over the years. Similarly, the versatile Irfan Pathan, despite being more recognized for his all-round abilities, showcased his ability to deliver pressure-filled overs during his time in the league.

Dhawal Kulkarni, Jasprit Bumrah, Lasith Malinga, and Sandeep Sharma have each bowled eight maiden overs, with their individual styles playing a key role in restricting batters. Malinga, with his lethal toe-crushing yorkers, and Bumrah, with his unplayable variations, stood out as two of the most feared pacers in IPL history. Meanwhile, Sandeep Sharma's accuracy and ability to move the ball helped him make a mark in this elite list.

Dale Steyn, one of the most fearsome fast bowlers to grace the game, has seven maiden overs to his name, while veteran leg-spinner Amit Mishra, the only spinner in the top 10, has bowled six maidens, proving that even in the shortest format, dot balls can be game-changing.

With Jofra Archer starting IPL 2025 with a maiden, it remains to be seen how many more such memorable overs will be delivered this season.