As IPL 2025 Orange and Purple Cap heats up, fans are closely tracking two of the most prestigious individual accolades — the Orange Cap and the Purple Cap. While the Orange Cap honors the highest run-scorer, the Purple Cap goes to the top wicket-taker in the league. Both races are neck-and-neck this season with a mix of seasoned stars and rising talents.
IPL 2025 Orange and Purple Cap
Here’s your weekly update on the top contenders and how these stats impact their teams’ fortunes.
Orange Cap Standings – Top Run Scorers (As of Week 5)
| Rank | Player | Team | Runs | Avg | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ruturaj Gaikwad | Chennai Super Kings | 421 | 60.14 | 149.5 |
| 2 | Yashasvi Jaiswal | Rajasthan Royals | 408 | 58.29 | 154.2 |
| 3 | Faf du Plessis | Royal Challengers | 389 | 55.57 | 142.8 |
| 4 | Shubman Gill | Gujarat Titans | 376 | 62.67 | 139.6 |
| 5 | Tilak Varma | Mumbai Indians | 345 | 49.28 | 147.3 |
Key Observations:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad leads the race with consistency and clean striking.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal has emerged as the aggressor, leading in boundary count.
- Tilak Varma, a surprise contender, has been MI’s backbone in chases.
Purple Cap Standings – Top Wicket Takers (As of Week 5)
| Rank | Player | Team | Wickets | Economy | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rashid Khan | Gujarat Titans | 17 | 6.25 | 4/17 |
| 2 | Arshdeep Singh | Punjab Kings | 15 | 7.01 | 3/19 |
| 3 | T Natarajan | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 14 | 7.44 | 4/20 |
| 4 | Jasprit Bumrah | Mumbai Indians | 13 | 6.71 | 3/18 |
| 5 | Yuzvendra Chahal | Rajasthan Royals | 12 | 7.38 | 3/22 |
Key Observations:
- Rashid Khan dominates yet again with unmatched economy and control.
- Arshdeep Singh’s death-over bowling has been crucial for PBKS.
- Chahal continues to thrive on spin-friendly pitches.
What It Means for the Playoffs
Teams with leading performers in these charts generally trend upward in the points table. Bowlers controlling death overs and openers dominating powerplays directly boost net run rates and win percentages.
Fantasy players and fans alike should keep a close eye on these trends, as late-season surges could flip these races dramatically.
Who Could Break Into the Top 5 Next Week?
- Sanju Samson (RR) – just 18 runs shy of the top 5
- Mohit Sharma (GT) – an economy of 6.9 with 11 wickets
- Devdutt Padikkal (LSG) – showing form after a slow start
Final Word: Keep Watching These Names
The Orange and Purple Cap races are more than individual glory — they’re strong indicators of team momentum. As IPL 2025 enters its business end, expect more shifts and surprises.
Who’s your pick to win the Orange Cap and Purple Cap this season? Drop your predictions below