The race for the Vimal Purple Cap in UP T20 League 2025 is heating up, with bowlers putting up incredible performances to lead their teams towards glory. This season has been a treat for fans of quality bowling, as some of India’s most promising pacers and spinners have delivered match-winning spells under pressure.
Vipraj Nigam Takes the Purple Cap
Lucknow Falcons’ all-rounder Vipraj Nigam has officially taken over the Vimal Purple Cap in the ongoing UP T20 League 2025. The leg-spinner has been the standout bowler of the tournament, consistently providing crucial breakthroughs for his side.
Nigam has picked up 20 wickets in 12 matches with a best bowling figure of 4/26. His economy rate of 7.8 has been impressive considering the batting-friendly pitches on offer this season. Vipraj’s consistency with the ball and handy cameos with the bat have made him one of the most valuable players of the tournament.
The Journey of the Vimal Purple Cap: it passes on to the one and only Vipraj Nigam.
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Speaking after earning the Purple Cap, Vipraj said:
“I’m happy to contribute for Lucknow Falcons. My focus is always on keeping things simple, bowling to my strengths, and picking wickets at crucial moments. The Purple Cap is a big motivation, but the goal is to win the title for my team.”
Top 10 Wicket-Takers – UP T20 League 2025
| No. | Bowler | Team | Wickets | Matches | Best Bowling | Average | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vipraj Nigam | Lucknow Falcons | 20 | 12 | 4/26 | 17.15 | 7.80 |
| 2 | Shivam Mavi | Kanpur Royals | 20 | 9 | 4/38 | 14.60 | 9.37 |
| 3 | Naman Tiwari | Noida Super Kings | 19 | 10 | 4/22 | 16.26 | 8.20 |
| 4 | Atal Bihari Rai | Kanpur Royals | 19 | 10 | 3/13 | 18.05 | 8.43 |
| 5 | Kartik Tyagi | Meerut Mavericks | 17 | 9 | 4/33 | 16.82 | 8.21 |
| 6 | Vasu Vats | Gorakhpur Lions | 17 | 11 | 4/32 | 20.71 | 8.73 |
| 7 | Vijay Kumar | Meerut Mavericks | 16 | 12 | 3/37 | 21.94 | 8.29 |
| 8 | Zeeshan Ansari | Meerut Mavericks | 15 | 12 | 4/17 | 23.33 | 7.61 |
| 9 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | Lucknow Falcons | 14 | 10 | 4/12 | 17.00 | 6.70 |
| 10 | Sunil Kumar | Kanpur Royals | 13 | 11 | 3/25 | 14.23 | 5.78 |
The 2025 season has seen some big names and rising stars dominate with the ball:
- Shivam Mavi (Kanpur Royals) has been breathing down Vipraj’s neck with 20 wickets in just 9 matches, including two 4-fers.
- Naman Tiwari (Noida Super Kings) has impressed with his control and wicket-taking ability in the middle overs.
- Veteran Bhuvneshwar Kumar (Lucknow Falcons) continues to remind everyone of his class with an economy of just 6.7 and a match-winning 4/12 earlier this season.
- Kartik Tyagi and Vasu Vats have kept Meerut Mavericks and Gorakhpur Lions in the playoff race with their fiery spells.
The 2025 edition of the UP T20 League has been extremely competitive. With playoffs just around the corner, even a single good spell can change the standings. The Purple Cap race between Vipraj Nigam and Shivam Mavi is expected to go right down to the final game.
Fans are eagerly waiting to see who finishes the season as the leading wicket-taker. One thing is certain – this year’s UP T20 League has showcased some world-class bowling performances, making the race for the Vimal Purple Cap 2025 one of the most exciting in recent memory.
