Who has bowled the most dot balls in IPL?


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The record for most dot balls bowled in IPL history is held by:

🥇 Mandeep Singh – 1,050 Dot Balls

  • Team(s): Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Rajasthan Royals (RR), Mumbai Indians (MI)

  • Seasons: Various between 2008 – 2020

However, when it comes to bowlers specifically, the record is held by:

🥇 Dwayne Bravo – 1,341 Dot Balls

  • Team(s): Chennai Super Kings (CSK)

  • Years Active: 2008 – 2021

  • Why it's special:

    • Dwayne Bravo, known for his death bowling, has been consistently excellent at keeping the opposition's run rate in check. His ability to bowl dot balls in crunch situations, especially during the final overs, has been a hallmark of his success in the IPL.

Other Bowlers with the Most Dot Balls:

Player Dot Balls Team(s) Years Active
Sunil Narine 1,192 KKR 2012 – present
Jasprit Bumrah 1,128 MI 2013 – present
Bhuvneshwar Kumar 1,129 SRH 2011 – present
Rashid Khan 1,039 SRH 2017 – 2021

Summary:

  • Dwayne Bravo leads the pack with the most dot balls bowled in IPL, showcasing his efficiency and control over the game.

  • Sunil Narine, Jasprit Bumrah, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar are other standout bowlers known for their ability to build pressure with dot balls.

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