Top 11 Players With Most Wickets in WPL (Updated 2026)

Since its launch, the Women’s Premier League has showcased exceptional bowling talent from around the globe. New Zealand’s Amelia Kerr reigns supreme as the tournament’s most prolific wicket-taker. Having crossed the historic 50-wicket milestone this season, she has cemented her legacy as the league’s premier strike bowler.

The WPL has proven that both pace and spin are equally lethal weapons in T20 cricket. Match outcomes frequently hinge on bowling breakthroughs, with consistent wicket-taking ability separating champions from contenders.

This comprehensive guide celebrates the bowlers with the most wickets in WPL history, examining their remarkable statistics and tournament-defining performances.

WPL’s Top 11 Wicket-Takers: Complete Statistics

Rank	Player	Nation	Matches	Wickets	Best Figures	Average	Economy
1	Amelia Kerr	New Zealand	34	50	5/38	17.26	7.59
2	Hayley Matthews	West Indies	31	43	3/5	17.95	7.37
3	Sophie Ecclestone	England	30	40	4/13	20.10	6.94
4	Nat Sciver-Brunt	England	33	39	3/18	22.08	7.93
5	Jess Jonassen	Australia	24	33	4/31	23.36	7.74
6	Shikha Pandey	India	32	33	3/23	29.75	7.44
7	Marizanne Kapp	South Africa	27	30	5/15	21.07	6.33
8	Deepti Sharma	India	30	30	4/19	28.53	8.68
9	Shreyanka Patil	India	18	27	5/23	13.13	8.87
10	Ashleigh Gardner	Australia	29	26	3/31	32.73	8.35
11	Saika Ishaque	India	23	25	4/11	21.20	7.69

1. Amelia Kerr (50 Wickets)

The Mumbai Indians leg-spinner has revolutionised spin bowling in the WPL. Kerr made history in the 2026 season, becoming the first-ever player to reach the 50-wicket mark, establishing herself as the tournament’s undisputed wicket-taking queen.

• First bowler in history to reach the historic 50-wicket milestone.
• One of the rare bowlers to achieve a five-wicket haul in WPL.
• Among the elite few to bowl a maiden over in the tournament.
• Possesses a superior strike rate among all leading wicket-takers.

2. Hayley Matthews (43 Wickets)

Mumbai Indians’ all-rounder sensation held the wicket-taking crown until Kerr’s recent surge. Matthews entered the WPL at her base price of just INR 40 lakh and transformed into one of the franchise’s most valuable assets.

• Won Player of the Tournament in the inaugural WPL season
• Led the wicket-taking charts at the end of WPL 2025
• Retained by Mumbai Indians ahead of the 2026 auction—one of just five players
• Missed MI’s opening two fixtures in 2026, opening the door for Kerr’s ascent

3. Sophie Ecclestone – England’s Spin Maestro (40 Wickets)

The UP Warriorz left-arm spinner combines exceptional control with wicket-taking prowess. Ecclestone’s economy rate of 6.80 makes her one of the most economical bowlers among the top-10 wicket-takers.

• UP Warriorz’s highest wicket-taker across all WPL seasons
• Used Right to Match card by Warriorz in 2026 auction (INR 85 lakh)
• One of the five top-10 bowlers yet to bowl a maiden over
• Reached the 40-wicket milestone during the current 2026 season
• Has one four-wicket haul to her name (4/13)

4. Nat Sciver-Brunt – The Ultimate All-Rounder (39 Wickets)

Mumbai Indians’ English all-rounder brings balance that few players can match. While her 35 wickets showcase bowling prowess, it’s her batting that truly stuns—Sciver-Brunt leads all WPL batters with 1,101 runs.

• WPL’s all-time leading run-scorer with 1,101 runs at an average of 45.87
• Strikes at a phenomenal 142.43 with the bat
• Yet to bowl a maiden over despite 100 overs bowled
• The perfect example of a genuine match-winner with bat and ball

5. Jess Jonassen – Delhi’s Missing Star (33 Wickets)

The Australian left-arm spinner missed WPL 2026 through injury but remains Delhi Capitals’ most successful bowler in tournament history.

• Scored 295 runs at a strike rate of 138.49, valuable lower-order contributor
• Claimed 4/31 against UP Warriorz during the 2025 season
• Maintains excellent economy despite batting-friendly WPL conditions
• Delhi Capitals eagerly await her return from injury

6. Shikha Pandey – India’s Pace Spearhead (33 Wickets)

India’s premier fast bowler switched from Delhi Capitals to UP Warriorz in a blockbuster move, becoming the third-most expensive player in the 2026 auction at INR 2.40 crore.

• Highest wicket-taker among all Indian bowlers in WPL
• Led Delhi Capitals’ bowling in the inaugural season with 10 wickets in nine matches
• Wickets came at an average of just 21.10 in the debut season
• Big-money move reflects her status as India’s premier pace bowler

7. Marizanne Kapp – The Economy Queen (30 Wickets)

Delhi Capitals’ South African superstar boasts the best economy rate (5.94) among all top wicket-takers, a remarkable achievement in T20 cricket’s most competitive league.

• Recorded 5/15 against Gujarat Giants (March 11, 2023), second-best bowling figures in WPL history
• Scored 373 runs at a strike rate of 126.44, another quality all-rounder
• Been with Delhi Capitals since the tournament’s inception
• Only bowler with a five-wicket haul on this list besides Kerr

8. Deepti Sharma – India’s Spin All-Rounder (30 Wickets)

India’s second-highest wicket-taker brings batting firepower alongside her off-spin. UP Warriorz used their Right to Match card to secure her services for INR 3.20 crore in 2026.

• Smashed 553 runs at an average of 29.10 with three half-centuries
• Strikes at a healthy 118.16 with the bat
• Has one four-wicket haul (4/19) in the tournament
• High auction price reflects her all-round value

9. Shreyanka Patil – The Rising Star (27 Wickets)

The youngest player in the top 10, Shreyanka Patil has enjoyed a meteoric rise. Her strike rate is among the best in the league, proving her knack for taking wickets in clusters.

• One of the few Indian bowlers to record a five-wicket haul (5/23).
• Boasts the best bowling average (13.13) among the top 10 wicket-takers.
• Key wicket-taker for Royal Challengers Bangalore.
• A vital component of India’s future bowling core.

10 Ashleigh Gardner – Gujarat’s Skipper Supreme (26 Wickets)

Gujarat Giants’ captain leads from the front with both bat and ball. Gardner is the franchise’s highest wicket-taker and run-scorer, true leadership by example

• Leads Giants’ batting charts with 681 runs at an explosive 145.82 strike rate
• Six half-centuries showcase batting consistency
• Retained by Giants for INR 3.50 crore before the 2026 auction
• Taken two three-wicket hauls in her WPL career

11. Saika Ishaque – Mumbai’s Left-Arm Gem (25 Wickets)

Mumbai Indians’ left-arm spinner rounds out the top-10, with her best season coming in 2023 when she claimed 15 wickets in 10 matches.

• Part of Mumbai Indians’ two-time championship-winning squad
• The 2023 season saw her claim wickets at an average of just 16.26
• Economy rate of seven in 2023 made her virtually unplayable
• Has one four-wicket haul (4/11) to her name

Key Takeaways: WPL Bowling Landscape

• International Dominance: Seven of the top-10 wicket-takers hail from overseas, highlighting the WPL’s global appeal and competitive standard.
• All-Rounder Paradise: Nat Sciver-Brunt, Ashleigh Gardner, and Deepti Sharma prove the WPL rewards multi-dimensional players who contribute with both bat and ball.
• Spin vs Pace Balance: The list features an even mix of spinners and pacers, demonstrating that success in the WPL demands mastery of all bowling disciplines.
• Mumbai Indians’ Bowling Riches: MI dominates with three bowlers in the top-10 (Kerr, Matthews, Sciver-Brunt, Ishaque), a testament to their championship-winning formula.
• Five-Wicket Haul Rarity: Only Amelia Kerr and Marizanne Kapp have achieved five-wicket hauls, showcasing just how difficult it is to dominate in this format.

Suggested Reads:

• Players With Most Fours In WPL
• WPL 2026 Captains List

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