Rabada Dethrones Kumar in Purple Cap Race!

Kagiso Rabada is the new leader for the IPL 2026 Purple Cap after Qualifier 2, surpassing Bhuvneshwar Kumar. See the updated standings!

Kagiso Rabada has ascended to the top of the IPL 2026 Purple Cap standings following a decisive performance in Qualifier 2 on May 29th. The Gujarat Titans speedster claimed two vital wickets, boosting his season tally to 28. This accomplishment officially moves him past Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who previously led the wicket-taking charts.

Rabada's crucial spell included the scalp of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and limited the scoring despite a high-scoring encounter. He now holds a two-wicket advantage heading into the grand finale. Jofra Archer secured the third spot, accumulating 25 wickets throughout the tournament after taking one in the recent match.

Emerging domestic talents, Anshul Kamboj and Eshan Malinga, also maintain their positions within the top five. Their contributions are significant as their franchises have concluded their playoff campaigns. The race for the Purple Cap remains a focal point as the tournament approaches its conclusion.

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