Delhi Capitals Star Kuldeep Yadav Finishes 2025 as India's Top International Wicket-Taker
Delhi Capitals spinner Kuldeep Yadav concluded 2025 as the most successful Indian bowler in international cricket, securing a spot among the top five international wicket-takers across all formats. The left-arm wrist-spinner was the only Indian to achieve this feat, highlighting a year of remarkable consistency and impact.
Kuldeep finished the year with 60 wickets from 25 matches, maintaining an impressive bowling average of 20.48 and an economy rate of 4.58. His ability to generate turn and break partnerships in the middle overs proved crucial for India, particularly in white-ball cricket.
His stellar performances were instrumental in India's successful campaigns, including victories in the Champions Trophy and the Asia Cup. Kuldeep's continued dominance ensures he remains a vital asset for both the national team and the Delhi Capitals heading into the IPL 2026 season.
“Star spinner Kuldeep Yadav stood out in 2025 as the only Indian cricketer to feature among the top five wicket-takers across all formats. The left-arm wrist-spinner enjoyed a consistent run, picking up 60 wickets in 25 matches across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.”
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IPL 2025 Best Economy Rate Leaders | Bowling Rankings
Leading best economy rate performers in IPL 2025 (bowling specialists only: bowlers/all-rounders)
| Rank | Player | Team | economy-rate |
|---|---|---|---|
#1 | Mumbai Indians | 5.25 | |
#2 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | 6.50 | |
#3 | Mumbai Indians | 6.68 | |
| #4 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 6.75 | |
| #5 | Delhi Capitals | 7.08 |
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“Star spinner Kuldeep Yadav stood out in 2025 as the only Indian cricketer to feature among the top five wicket-takers across all formats. The left-arm wrist-spinner enjoyed a consistent run, picking up 60 wickets in 25 matches across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.”
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