Discover the best fast bowling attacks in IPL 2025, ranked based on current form, wicket-taking ability, economy rate, and depth. find out which team has the strongest bowling lineup for IPL 2025!
IPL 2025 Best Fast Bowling Ranking
#10 Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
Primary Fast Bowling Options: Mayank Yadav, Avesh Khan, Mohsin Khan, Akash Deep
- NCA Clearance Awaited: Avesh Khan, Mayank Yadav, and Mohsin Khan are still awaiting clearance from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) ahead of IPL 2025.
- Injury Concerns: Mayank Yadav is set to miss the start of the season due to an injury. Akash Deep’s fitness status remains uncertain as he has not yet joined the LSG camp.
- Shamar Joseph’s Inclusion: Initially considered a backup, Shamar Joseph is now expected to be part of the playing XI due to ongoing injury concerns with other pacers.
Shardul Thakur at LSG Camp: Unsold in the IPL 2025 auction, Shardul Thakur was recently spotted at LSG’s camp. With multiple fast bowlers facing injury concerns, LSG might consider signing him as a replacement.
#9 Punjab Kings (PBKS)
Primary Fast Bowling Options: Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak/Kuldeep Sen
- Left-Arm Duo: Arshdeep Singh and Marco Jansen are exceptional powerplay bowlers, but Punjab Kings face significant concerns regarding their death-over bowling.
- Vijaykumar Vyshak: Effective with his slower deliveries and variations but tends to be expensive.
- Supporting Option: Marcus Stoinis can contribute with a few medium-pace overs when required.
Backup Choices: Yash Thakur, Xavier Bartlett, Lockie Ferguson, Azmatullah Omarzai – a solid mix of overseas and domestic fast bowlers for depth.
#8 Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Primary Fast Bowling Options: Jofra Archer, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande
- Jofra Archer: Struggled with form recently and has been expensive in T20s, but his raw pace still makes him a threat.
- Sandeep Sharma: A specialist in the powerplay but has issues with consistency in the death overs.
- Tushar Deshpande: A genuine wicket-taker, but his high economy rate, along with frequent wides and no-balls, is a concern.
Backup Options: Fazalhaq Farooqi, Akash Madhwal, Kwena Maphaka, Ashok Sharma – a strong set of backup pacers with wicket-taking potential.
#7 Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
Primary Fast Bowling Options: Harshit Rana, Anrich Nortje, Vaibhav Arora
- Harshit Rana: In red-hot form with high confidence; delivered sensational performances last season, playing a crucial role in KKR’s success.
- Anrich Nortje: A lethal pacer, but coming back from injury raises doubts about his bowling rhythm and effectiveness.
- Vaibhav Arora: A young talent who showed glimpses of brilliance last season.
- Andre Russell: Provides additional support with his medium pace, especially effective in the death overs.
🔹 Backup Options: Spencer Johnson, Chetan Sakariya – solid backups who can step up when required.
#6 Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
Primary Fast Bowling Options: Matheesha Pathirana, Sam Curran, Khaleel Ahmed
- Matheesha Pathirana: Recent form is a concern; in SA20 2024/25, he had an economy rate of 10.47 in 6 matches, picking just 3 wickets.
- Sam Curran: A left-arm seam option, but his current form remains inconsistent.
- Khaleel Ahmed: Effective in the powerplay but lacks penetration in the death overs.
🔹 Backup Options: Anshul Kamboj, Jamie Overton, Nathan Ellis, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Mukesh Choudhary, Gurjapneet Singh – a strong and versatile backup lineup.
#5 Gujarat Titans (GT)
🔹 Primary Fast Bowling Options: Kagiso Rabada, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
- Kagiso Rabada: Experienced pacer but struggling with form in recent T20 outings.
- Mohammed Siraj: A genuine wicket-taker but tends to be expensive at times.
- Prasidh Krishna: Effective with the new ball but lacks consistency in death overs.
🔹 Backup Options: Gerald Coetzee, Ishant Sharma, Kulwant Khejroliya, Gurnoor Brar, Arshad Khan, Karim Janat – A solid mix of pace options available for different conditions.
#4 Delhi Capitals (DC)
🔹 Primary Fast Bowling Options: Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar
- Mitchell Starc: A world-class left-arm pacer with excellent variations but hasn’t played much IPL in recent years.
- T Natarajan: A death-over specialist, known for his accurate yorkers.
- Mukesh Kumar: An underrated pacer who has shown promise in the death overs.
🔹 Backup Options: Mohit Sharma, Darshan Nalkande, Dushmantha Chameera, Manvath Kumar L, Madhav Tiwari – A good mix of experience and emerging talent in reserve.
#3 Mumbai Indians (MI)
🔹 Primary Fast Bowling Options: Jasprit Bumrah, Trent Boult, Deepak Chahar
- Deepak Chahar: Known for swing bowling in the powerplay but has struggled in the last two IPL seasons.
- Jasprit Bumrah: Might miss a few matches due to injury, making MI’s pace attack vulnerable.
- Trent Boult: A powerplay specialist, often taking wickets in the first over.
- Hardik Pandya: An effective wicket-taker in the powerplay.
- Backup Options: Ashwani Kumar, Reece Topley, Corbin Bosch – Decent backups to fill in gaps if required.
🔹 Without Bumrah, MI’s fast bowling unit looks weaker, which is why they are ranked at No. 3. With Bumrah, they could have been No. 1.
#2 Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
🔹 Primary Fast Bowling Options: Mohammed Shami, Pat Cummins, Harshal Patel
- Mohammed Shami: In excellent form, experienced, and a 2023 Purple Cap winner. A powerplay specialist.
- Pat Cummins: Handles the middle overs well, bringing aggression and control.
- Harshal Patel: IPL 2021 Purple Cap winner, known for his slower deliveries and variations in the death overs.
- Wiaan Mulder: Likely to play in the XI, adding depth to the pace attack.
🔹 Backup Options: Jaydev Unadkat, Simarjeet Singh, Eshan Malings, Wiaan Mulder – A solid group of replacements.
Backups: Jaydev Unadkat, Simarjeet Singh, Eshan Malings, Wiaan Mulder
#1 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
Primary Fast Bowling Options: Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal
- Josh Hazlewood: A world-class bowler, crucial for both powerplay and death overs. Controls the game with his accuracy.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar: A two-time Purple Cap winner (2016 & 2017). His experience, swing bowling, and ability to bowl in all phases make him invaluable.
- Yash Dayal: An emerging left-arm pacer who impressed last season with his ability to control runs and pick wickets in the death overs.
🔹 Why RCB is Ranked No. 1?
- Well-balanced pace attack: Powerplay (Bhuvneshwar), Middle Overs (Hazlewood), and Death Overs (Yash Dayal).
- Depth in Bowling: Hazlewood and Bhuvi’s experience combined with Yash Dayal’s rising talent make this the most complete pace attack.
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