Indian spinner 5 wickets away from overtaking West Indian seamer as CSK’s top wicket-taker in IPL – who else is on the list?
As we prepare for the Indian Premier League to resume following its enforced break, there are just a handful of games left for each team before the pool stages come to an end. For some teams, like Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad, the tournament is already as good as over.
They will play a handful more games before packing it in for the season as there is already zero chance for them to qualify for the play-offs. That said, they will still want to go out on a high, possibly claiming some big scalps before it all comes to an end.
There is also the chance for players to reach key personal milestones. One of those players who could still exit the tournament on a high is CSK’s Ravi Jadeja, who stands on the cusp of becoming the franchise’s leading wicket-taker of all time.
Before it comes to an end, CSK have two more games to play. Given that they are currently bottom of the table, their next game will be against the second-from-bottom side, the Rajasthan Royals, before they finish with a game against the top side, the Gujarat Titans.
Can Jadeja make it to the top of the wicket-takers list before then? Let’s take a look to see where he sits currently and what he is up against. Here’s a breakdown of CSK’s all-time leading wicket-takers.
5. Deepak Chahar – 76 IPL wickets for CSK from 76 innings
Now with the Mumbai Indians, Deepak Chahar was a reliable performer with the new ball for Chennai Super Kings for six seasons.
Known for his ability to swing the ball both ways, Chahar delivered key breakthroughs in the powerplay, making him a vital weapon for CSK. His best season for CSK was 2019 when he bagged 22 scalps.
4. Albie Morkel – 91 IPL wickets for CSK from 89 innings
A powerful all-rounder, Albie Morkel was one of the early stars for CSK. His ability to strike with the ball in crucial moments and his knack for hitting big sixes with the bat made him a fan favourite. His 91 wickets came at a decent average, underlining his value as a wicket-taker.
While Albie Morkel never quite made it ay international level in the same way that his bother Morne did, he was a consistent performer at franchise level as his place at four on this list suggests.
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3. Ravichandran Ashwin – 125 IPL wickets for CSK from 126 innings
Ravi Ashwin’s rise to fame began with CSK, where his variations and clever use of the carrom ball made him a difficult bowler to face. Ashwin was a key figure in CSK’s initial years of success, regularly providing crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs.
Ashwin spent his first seven seasons of IPL cricket at CSK before moving on to play sides like Delhi Capitals, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings, before returning to CSK for the current season where he has now taken five wickets from eight games.
2. Ravindra Jadeja – 150 IPL wickets for CSK from 185 innings
Ravindra Jadeja has been a stalwart for CSK, providing consistent performances with both bat and ball. Jadeja is now in his 12th season for CSK, although his time with Chennai has not been uninterrupted – he has also been with Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Lions and Kochi.
His left-arm spin has been effective on the slow Chennai pitches, and his ability to strike at key moments has been crucial. With two games remaining, he has the opportunity to claim the top spot from Dwayne Bravo should he be able to claim five wickets.
Thus far this season he has taken eight wickets.
1. Dwayne Bravo – 154 IPL wickets for CSK from 127 innings
Legendary West Indian all-rounder Dwayne Bravo is the all-time leading wicket-taker for CSK and one of the greatest death bowlers in IPL history.
His array of slower balls and variations made him a nightmare for opposition batsmen, especially at the end of the innings. Bravo’s ability to deliver in high-pressure situations earned him a reputation as a match-winner.