Top Wicket-Takers in PSL 2024: A Close Battle for the Maroon Cap”\The ninth edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) is witnessing an intense competition for the prestigious Maroon Cap (Fazal Mahmood Cap), awarded to the highest wicket-taker. With some of the world’s best bowlers participating, the race for this coveted title promises thrilling performances in the realm of Pakistani cricket.
Top 10 Highest Wicket-Takers in PSL 2024:
| Name | Wickets | Matches | Best Spell | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Ali (MS) | 3 | 1 | 3/23 | 5.75 |
| Salman Irshad (PZ) | 3 | 1 | 3/38 | 9.50 |
| Abbas Afridi (MS) | 2 | 1 | 2/16 | 5.33 |
| David Willey (MS) | 2 | 1 | 2/22 | 5.50 |
| Abrar Ahmed (QG) | 2 | 1 | 2/29 | 7.25 |
| Tymal Mills (IU) | 2 | 1 | 2/45 | 11.25 |
| Usama Mir (MS) | 1 | 1 | 1/14 | 3.50 |
| Shadab Khan (IU) | 1 | 1 | 1/24 | 4.00 |
| Mohammad Amir (QG) | 1 | 1 | 1/29 | 7.25 |
| Mir Hamza (KK) | 1 | 1 | 1/30 | 7.50 |
As of 19/02/2024 (Table updated after every PSL match)
Recent Highlights:
In the third encounter of PSL 2024 at Multan Cricket Stadium, the Multan Sultans secured a dominant 55-run victory over the Karachi Kings on Sunday. The Sultans’ bowlers exhibited their skills by restricting the Kings to 130/8 while successfully defending their substantial total of 186. Pacer Muhammad Ali, making his PSL debut, impressed with figures of 3/23. Hasan Ali, Mir Hamza, and Daniel Sams were among the batsmen dismissed by him.
Notably, after being appointed as Mohammad Rizwan’s deputy for PSL 9, David Willey contributed significantly with figures of 2/23. Abbas Afridi also made an impact, claiming 2/16. Spinner Usama Mir displayed an economical spell, recording figures of 1/14. For the Karachi Kings, Mir Hamza and Daniel Sams secured one wicket each.
In the doubleheader clash at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Quetta Gladiators emerged triumphant against Peshawar Zalmi by 16 runs. Despite a valiant effort by Babar Azam’s team, they fell short of the challenging target of 207 runs. Salman Irshad led the Peshawar Zalmi bowling charts with figures of 3-38, while Abrar Ahmed played a crucial role for Quetta Gladiators with 2/29, dismissing key players Babar Azam and Tom Kohler-Cadmore in the same over. Luke Wood and Mohammad Zeeshan also contributed with one wicket each for Peshawar Zalmi. For the Karachi Kings, Abrar Ahmed delivered a crucial 2/29, claiming the significant wickets of Babar Azam and Tom Kohler-Cadmore in the same over. Akeal Hosein, Mohammad Amir, and Muhammad Wasim Jr each secured one wicket.
The battle for the Maroon Cap continues to intensify, promising more gripping cricket moments as PSL 2024 unfolds. Stay tuned for regular updates after each match.
© The Pakistan Net 2024
