SRH Spinner Zeeshan Ansari Tops Vijay Hazare Trophy Wicket Charts with 21 Scalps
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) spinner Zeeshan Ansari delivered a standout performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) 2025-26 group stage, finishing as the leading wicket-taker of the tournament. The Uttar Pradesh leg-spinner claimed 21 wickets, showcasing exceptional control and effectiveness in a competition largely dominated by batters.
Ansari maintained an outstanding bowling average of 14.33 and conceded fewer than five runs per over, figures that highlight his discipline on flat pitches. His best performance came against Chandigarh, where he registered figures of 4/29. This impactful run follows his appearances for SRH in the IPL 2025 season, suggesting a significant upward trajectory in his domestic form.
With Uttar Pradesh securing a spot in the VHT quarter-finals, Ansari is poised to be a crucial weapon in the knockout stages. His ability to consistently trouble batters and maintain a tight economy rate makes him a key player to watch for both his domestic side and the Sunrisers Hyderabad franchise.
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“The leg-spinner has shown promise in previous domestic seasons and also impressed during his appearances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 with Sunrisers Hyderabad. However, this season was his most impactful run yet.”
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Top 5 players in Sunrisers Hyderabad with the lowest price per wicket in IPL 2025 (salary divided by wickets taken).
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| #1 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | ₹6.67 lakh per wicket | ||
#2 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | ₹9.09 lakh per wicket | ||
#3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | ₹9.23 lakh per wicket | ||
| #4 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | ₹37.50 lakh per wicket | ||
| #5 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | ₹50.00 lakh per wicket |
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“The leg-spinner has shown promise in previous domestic seasons and also impressed during his appearances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 with Sunrisers Hyderabad. However, this season was his most impactful run yet.”
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