The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is a professional Twenty20 cricket league in Pakistan that features some of the best cricketers from Pakistan and around the world. When it comes to bowling, the PSL features some of the best and most talented bowlers in the world. The league has seen many world-class bowlers such as Wahab Riaz, Mohammad Amir, Sunil Narine, Shaun Tait, and Shane Watson. In this article, we discussed the top 5 players with the most wickets in PSL.
The PSL has also provided a platform for young and upcoming bowlers to showcase their talents and make a name for themselves. Bowlers such as Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf have made a significant impact in the league and have become some of the top Bowlers in the world.
Top 5 players with the Most Wickets In PSL:
As of Jan 17, 2023, these are the top 5 players who take the most wickets in PSL history.
- Wahab Riaz
- Hasan Ali
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
- Shadab Khan
- Faheem Ashraf
1. Wahab Riaz | (Most wickets in PSL 103 wickets)
Wahab Riaz is the highest wicket-taker in the history of PSL. He made his debut with Peshawar Zalmi in 2016. He is known for his ability to generate swing and seam movement with the ball. Wahab has consistently performed well since the tournament’s inception in 2016, picking up wickets regularly and maintaining a good economy rate. In the PSL, Wahab took 103 wickets in 76 innings at an average of 21.29. His best bowling innings against Islamabad United is 4/17.
Records in PSL
- Second highest wicket-takers in PSL 1, 2, 3, and 6
- Third highest wicket-taker in PSL 4
- Only player in PSL history to take 100 wickets.
2. Hassan Ali | (81 wickets)
Hasan Ali is in the 2nd spot to make the most wickets in PSL. He made his debut with Peshawar Zalmi in 2016 and move to Islamabad united in PSL 6 edition. He is known for his ability to bowl in the death overs and to bowl with the new ball. In PSL, he took 81 wickets in 63 innings at an average of 23.07. His best bowling innings are 4/15 against Lahore Qalandars.
Records in PSL
- Highest wicket-takers (25) in PSL 4.
Also Read: Top 5 Players with Most Runs in PSL History
3. Shaheen Shah Afridi | (70 wickets)
Shaheen Afridi makes 3rd position to assemble the most wickets in PSL. Afridi is known for his ability to bowl with the new ball, his variations, and his ability to swing the ball make him a dangerous bowler. He made his debut with Lahore Qalandars in 2018. In the PSL, Afridi is among the top wicket-takers in the tournament, taking a total of 70 wickets in 50 innings at an average of 20.77. His best bowling innings are 5/4 against Multan Sultans.
Records in PSL
- Top wicket-takers (17) in PSLÂ 2020.
- Leading wicket-takers (20) in PSL 2022.
- Youngest captain to win the PSL tournament.
- Best Bowling innings (5/4) in PSL history.
4. Shadab Khan | (65 wickets)
Shadab Khan is known for his exceptional bowling skills. He is the Fourth highest wicket-takers in PSL. He made his debut with Islamabad United in 2017. Shadab is a leg-spinner who is known for his accuracy, control, and ability to deceive batsmen with his variations. He has a wide range of deliveries, including the googly, flipper, and leg-break. In PSL, Shadab takes 65 wickets in 60 innings at an average of 24.23. His best bowling innings are 5/28 against Guetta Gladiators. Shadab is also known for his excellent fielding skills and his ability to contribute with the bat.
Records in PSL
- Second-highest wicket-takers (19) in PSL 2022.
Also Read: Most wickets in T20 for Pakistan
5. Faheem Ashraf | (64 wickets)
Faheem Ashraf is fifth on the list to take the most wickets in PSL. He made his debut with Islamabad United in 2017. Faheem debut in PSL is remarkable and has a reliable bowler for his team, Islamabad United. He is known for his ability to swing the ball both ways, as well as his accuracy and control. In PSL, Faheem takes 64 wickets in 49 innings at an average of 20.71. His best bowling innings are 6/19 against Lahore Qalandars.
Records in PSL
- Leading wicket-takers (18) in PSL 2018.
- Second leading wicket-takers (21) in PSL 2019
- Best Figure in PSL history (6/19).
List of Most wickets in PSL History:
| Player | Matches | Inn | Wkts | BBI | Avg | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wahab Riaz (PZ) | 77 | 76 | 103 | 4/17 | 21.29 | 1 | 0 |
| Hasan Ali (PZ, IU) | 64 | 63 | 81 | 4/15 | 23.07 | 3 | 0 |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi (LQ) | 50 | 50 | 70 | 5/4 | 20.77 | 1 | 1 |
| Shadab Khan (IU) | 61 | 60 | 65 | 5/28 | 24.23 | 2 | 1 |
| Faheem Ashraf (IU) | 49 | 49 | 64 | 6/19 | 20.71 | 1 | 1 |
| Mohammad Nawaz (QG) | 66 | 66 | 61 | 4/13 | 25.78 | 1 | 0 |
| Sohail Tanvir (KK, LQ, MS, QG) | 61 | 59 | 55 | 4/13 | 31.00 | 2 | 0 |
| M Amir (KK) | 59 | 58 | 54 | 4/25 | 29.59 | 2 | 0 |
| Imran Tahir (MS) | 39 | 37 | 53 | 3/7 | 17.83 | 0 | 0 |
| Shahid Afridi (PZ, KK, MS, QG) | 53 | 51 | 47 | 5/7 | 26.51 | 0 | 1 |
| Haris Rauf (LQ) | 40 | 40 | 47 | 4/23 | 29.38 | 1 | 0 |
| M Irfan (IU, MS, PZ, QG) | 53 | 51 | 45 | 3/22 | 29.80 | 0 | 0 |
| Umaid Asif (PZ, KK) | 44 | 44 | 44 | 4/23 | 30.45 | 1 | 0 |
| M Sami (IU) | 36 | 36 | 42 | 5/8 | 20.83 | 0 | 1 |
| Usman Shinwari (KK, LQ, QG) | 39 | 38 | 42 | 4/15 | 27.64 | 2 | 0 |
| Imad Wasim (KK) | 68 | 64 | 42 | 3/18 | 35.33 | 0 | 0 |
| M Hasnain (QG) | 28 | 28 | 39 | 4/25 | 22.20 | 2 | 0 |
| Sohail Khan (KK, LQ, MS, PZ, QG) | 41 | 40 | 39 | 3/23 | 32.89 | 0 | 0 |
| Shahnawaz Dahani (MS) | 22 | 22 | 37 | 4/5 | 18.27 | 2 | 0 |
| Rumman Raees (IU, MS) | 38 | 38 | 37 | 4/25 | 26.43 | 1 | 0 |
| Chris Jordan (KK, PZ) | 27 | 27 | 34 | 3/26 | 23.50 | 0 | 0 |
| Rahat Ali (LQ, PZ, QG) | 28 | 28 | 34 | 4/16 | 23.52 | 2 | 0 |
| SR Patel (IU, LQ) | 38 | 34 | 30 | 4/5 | 25.60 | 2 | 0 |
| Tymal Mills (KK, PZ, QG) | 22 | 21 | 28 | 3/20 | 21.85 | 0 | 0 |
| David Wiese (KK, LQ) | 36 | 35 | 28 | 3/27 | 29.82 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Cricinfo
List of Most wickets in PSL in 2022
| Player | Matches | Inn | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Eco | 4 | Overs | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaheen Afridi (LQ) | 13 | 13 | 20 | 3/30 | 19.70 | 7.57 | 0 | 52 | 0 |
| Shadab Khan (IU) | 9 | 8 | 19 | 5/28 | 10.89 | 6.46 | 2 | 32 | 1 |
| Zaman Khan (LQ) | 13 | 13 | 18 | 4/16 | 21.44 | 8.24 | 1 | 46.5 | 0 |
| Shahnawaz Dahani (MS) | 11 | 11 | 17 | 3/19 | 19.76 | 9.33 | 0 | 36 | 0 |
| Khushdil Shah (MS) | 12 | 12 | 16 | 3/16 | 18.62 | 6.47 | 1 | 46 | 0 |
| Imran Tahir (MS) | 12 | 12 | 16 | 4/35 | 13.93 | 6.89 | 0 | 32.2 | 0 |
| Haris Rauf (LQ) | 13 | 13 | 16 | 3/33 | 29.37 | 9.09 | 0 | 51.4 | 0 |
| Salman Irshad (PZ) | 8 | 8 | 15 | 3/29 | 17.60 | 8.25 | 0 | 32 | 0 |
| Naseem Shah (QG) | 10 | 10 | 14 | 5/20 | 21.85 | 8.01 | 1 | 38.1 | 1 |
| David Willey (MS) | 8 | 8 | 13 | 4/17 | 17.30 | 6.25 | 0 | 36 | 0 |
List of Most wickets in PSL in 2021
| Player | Matches | Inn | Wkts | BBI | Avg | Eco | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shahnawaz Dahani (MS) | 13 | 11 | 20 | 4/5 | 17.00 | 8.42 | 2 | 0 |
| Wahab Riaz (PZ) | 9 | 12 | 18 | 4/17 | 23.44 | 8.97 | 0 | 0 |
| Shaheen Afridi (LQ) | 13 | 10 | 16 | 3/14 | 18.25 | 7.3 | 0 | 0 |
| J Faulkner (LQ) | 11 | 6 | 13 | 3/19 | 12.00 | 6.50 | 0 | 0 |
| Hasan Ali (IU) | 12 | 10 | 13 | 2/14 | 20.69 | 6.75 | 0 | 0 |
| Imran Tahir (MS) | 12 | 7 | 13 | 3/7 | 13.07 | 6.8 | 0 | 0 |
| Imran Khan (MS) | 13 | 7 | 12 | 3/24 | 14.91 | 7.16 | 0 | 0 |
| Saqib Mahmood (PZ) | 8 | 5 | 12 | 3/12 | 12.08 | 7.98 | 0 | 0 |
| M Wasim (IU) | 10 | 11 | 12 | 4/31 | 28.00 | 8.4 | 1 | 0 |
| Rashid Khan (LQ) | 8 | 8 | 11 | 5/20 | 15.90 | 5.46 | 0 | 1 |
QUESTIONS
Who has taken the most wickets in PSL?
Wahab Riaz takes the most wickets in PSL history. Wahab took 103 wickets in 76 innings at an average of 21.29.
How many bowlers take 5 wickets in PSL?
Seven Bowlers in the PSL history to take 5 wickets. Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Faheem Ashraf, Shahid Afridi, M Sami, Rashid Khan, Naseem Shah.
Who has taken the most wickets in PSL 1?
Andre Russell took the most wickets this year. He takes 16 wickets in 10 innings at an average of 17.25.
Who has taken the most wickets?
Sohail Khan took the most wickets this year. He takes 16 wickets in 9 innings at an average of 15.00.
Which bowlers take the most wickets in PSL 3?
Faheem Ashraf took the most wickets that season. He takes 18 wickets in 12 innings at an average of 17.22.
Which bowlers take the most wickets in PSL 4?
Hasan Ali took the most wickets in PSL 4. He take 25 wickets in 13 innings at an average of 13.64.
Who has taken the most wickets in PSL 5?
Shaheen Afridi took the most wickets in PSL 5. He takes 17 wickets in 12 innings at an average of 19.52.
Who has taken the most wickets in PSL 6?
Shahnawaz Dahani took the most wickets in PSL 6. He takes 20 wickets in 11 innings at an average of 17.00.
Who has taken the most wickets in PSL 7?
Shaheen Afridi took the most wickets that year. He takes 20 wickets in 13 innings at an average of 19.70.