Most Wickets in ECL 2025: The Entertainers Cricket League (ECL) 2025 has been a spectacle of thrilling cricket, featuring breathtaking batting performances, nail-biting finishes, and exceptional bowling displays.
While the league has seen some explosive knocks, the bowlers have ensured that the balance between bat and ball remains intact. The race for the Purple Cap, awarded to the tournament's highest wicket-taker, has been fiercely contested, with several bowlers stepping up to deliver match-winning performances.

From express pacers troubling batters with sheer speed to crafty spinners deceiving them with guile, ECL 2025 has showcased a variety of bowling talents. With every game carrying immense significance, these bowlers have turned the tide for their teams with their ability to break partnerships and deliver in pressure situations. As the tournament nears its business end, the battle for the Purple Cap is heating up, with bowlers jostling for the top spot.
At the forefront of this competition is Bobby Yadav, who has been a revelation with the ball. However, several bowlers, including Mahesh Keshwala, Ashish Kumar Meena, and Ankit Nagar, are hot on his heels, making the contest for the Purple Cap one of the most intense aspects of ECL 2025. Let's take a closer look at the top wicket-takers of the season and analyze who stands the best chance to emerge as the leading bowler of the tournament.
| No. | Player | Team | Wickets | Mat | Inns | Avg | SR | ER | 5W+ | 3W+ | Maiden |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bobby Yadav | LL | 18 | 9 | 9 | 15.33 | 5.56 | 16.56 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 2 | Mahesh Keshwala | CS | 16 | 8 | 8 | 13.94 | 6.00 | 13.94 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 3 | Ashish Kumar Meena | LL | 16 | 9 | 9 | 14.88 | 6.75 | 13.22 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 4 | Ankit Nagar | CS | 15 | 8 | 8 | 16.33 | 6.40 | 15.31 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 5 | Anujj Chaudhary | HH | 14 | 7 | 7 | 13.79 | 5.21 | 15.86 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| 6 | Kashish Pundir | BB | 14 | 8 | 8 | 19.71 | 6.43 | 18.40 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 7 | Deepak Kumar Meena | LL | 14 | 9 | 9 | 24.21 | 7.71 | 18.83 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 8 | Vipin Bhardwaj | RR | 13 | 7 | 7 | 14.77 | 6.46 | 13.71 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 9 | Nikhil Badeja | KS | 13 | 8 | 8 | 19.15 | 6.92 | 16.60 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 10 | Ankit Kumar | BB | 13 | 9 | 9 | 17.31 | 8.31 | 12.50 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
At the top of the wicket-takers list is Bobby Yadav from LL (Lucknow Legends). The right-arm pacer has been in sensational form, picking up 18 wickets in 9 matches at an impressive average of 15.33. His ability to strike early and deliver breakthroughs in the middle overs has made him an asset for his side. With a strike rate of 5.56 and an economy rate of 16.56, Yadav has turned games on their head, ensuring LL remains a competitive unit in ECL 2025.
Closely behind Yadav is Mahesh Keshwala from CS (Chennai Strikers) with 16 wickets in 8 matches. Keshwala has been the go-to bowler for his team in crunch situations, boasting an average of 13.94 and a strike rate of 6.00. His control over line and length has troubled the best of batters, making him a serious contender for the Purple Cap.
Another bowler with 16 wickets is Ashish Kumar Meena, also from LL. Meena has played an extra match compared to Keshwala, featuring in 9 games. His consistency has been noteworthy, maintaining a bowling average of 14.88 and an economy rate of 13.22. His performances have complemented Bobby Yadav’s efforts, turning LL’s bowling attack into one of the most feared in the tournament.
With 15 wickets in 8 matches, Ankit Nagar from CS has been a valuable performer. He is one of the few bowlers to pick up a five-wicket haul, showcasing his ability to single-handedly dismantle batting lineups. His strike rate of 6.40 and average of 16.33 prove that he can deliver when it matters the most.
Meanwhile, Anujj Chaudhary of HH (Hyderabad Hurricanes) has scalped 14 wickets in 7 matches, averaging 13.79 with a stellar economy rate of 5.21—the best among all top 10 wicket-takers. His ability to restrict batters while also picking up crucial wickets makes him one of the most impactful bowlers this season.
The competition for the Purple Cap is far from over, with bowlers like Kashish Pundir (BB - 14 wickets), Deepak Kumar Meena (LL - 14 wickets), Vipin Bhardwaj (RR - 13 wickets), Nikhil Badeja (KS - 13 wickets), and Ankit Kumar (BB - 13 wickets) still in the mix. As the tournament nears its climax, a few match-winning spells could decide who eventually wears the coveted Purple Cap.