Most Dot Balls Bowled in IPL: The upcoming 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a part of thrilling matches, outstanding performances, and tough competition. Except for the Delhi Capitals, all teams have showcased an exciting brand of cricket, captivating fans with their outstandings and enthralling displays.
Most Dot Balls Bowled in IPL 2023
The bowling department has seen several standout performances in IPL 2023, with bowlers impacting the matches. Let’s take a closer look at the bowlers who have delivered the most dot balls in the tournament
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1.Mohammed Siraj – 69 dot balls
Mohammed Siraj, the pacer for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), leads the pack with an impressive tally of 69 dot balls in IPL 2023. His exceptional bowling has been a key factor in RCB’s success, securing 8 wickets in four matches with an economy rate of 6.87 and a best bowling figure of 3/22.
2. Mohammad Shami – 65 dot balls
Mohammad Shami of Gujarat Titans has bowled 65 dot balls, showcasing his excellent form in the league. Shami has been a main chrachter for GT, delivering breathtaking performances with 10 wickets in four matches at an economy of 8.87 and a best bowling figure of 3/41.
3.Mark Wood – 48 dot balls
Mark Wood, representing Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), is the second-highest contributor to dot balls in IPL 2023. The pacer has been a revelation with his express pace, claiming the purple cap with 11 wickets in four games at an economy rate of 8.12 and a remarkable best bowling figure of 5/14.
4. Alzarri Joseph – 46 dot balls
Alzarri Joseph, another pacer from the Gujarat Titans, is among the top performers in dot balls with 46 in the IPL 2023. Known for his skills, Joseph has been a leading wicket-taker, securing seven wickets at an economy of 7.56.
5. Arshdeep Singh – 45 dot balls
Arshdeep Singh, the left-arm fast bowler for the Punjab Kings, has impressed with his new ball bowling, contributing 45 dot balls in IPL 2023. He is the fifth-highest wicket-taker with 8 wickets in the season at an economy of 8.29 and a best bowling figure of 3/19.*
These bowlers have played a pivotal role in shaping the narrative of IPL 2023, providing fans with memorable moments and contributing significantly to their respective teams’ success.
Most Dot Balls Bowled in IPL 2023-24
| POS | Player | Mat | Ov | Runs | Wkts | Dots | Econ | 5w |
| 1 | Mohammed Siraj | 5 | 20 | 140 | 8 | 69 | 7 | 0 |
| 2 | Mohammad Shami | 5 | 20 | 167 | 10 | 65 | 8.35 | 0 |
| 3 | Mark Wood | 4 | 16 | 130 | 11 | 48 | 8.12 | 1 |
| 4 | Alzarri Joseph | 5 | 19 | 168 | 7 | 48 | 8.84 | 0 |
| 5 | Arshdeep Singh | 5 | 17 | 141 | 8 | 45 | 8.29 | 0 |
| 6 | Rashid Khan | 5 | 20 | 166 | 11 | 45 | 8.3 | 0 |
| 7 | Ravi Bishnoi | 5 | 18.3 | 132 | 8 | 43 | 7.13 | 0 |
| 8 | Ravichandran Ashwin | 5 | 20 | 139 | 6 | 42 | 6.95 | 0 |
| 9 | Josh Little | 4 | 16 | 144 | 3 | 41 | 9 | 0 |
| 10 | Trent Boult | 4 | 16 | 134 | 6 | 40 | 8.37 | 0 |
List of Most Dot Balls by a batsman in IPL 2023
| Rank | Players | Inns | Dots Balls |
| 1 | Avesh Khan | 16 | 156 |
| 2 | Varun Chakravarthy | 17 | 149 |
| 3 | Mohammed Siraj | 15 | 147 |
| 4 | Mohammed Shami | 14 | 145 |
| 5 | Jasprit Bumrah | 14 | 142 |
| 6 | Trent Boult | 14 | 138 |
| 7 | Shardul Thakur | 16 | 137 |
| 8 | Kagiso Rabada | 15 | 135 |
| 9 | Deepak Chahar | 15 | 132 |
| 10 | Sunil Narine | 14 | 131 |
| 11 | Rashid Khan | 14 | 130 |
| 12 | Yuzvendra Chahal | 15 | 127 |
| 13 | Harshal Patel | 15 | 122 |
| 14 | Chetan Sakariya | 14 | 113 |
| 15 | Mustafizur Rahman | 14 | 113 |
| 16 | Ravindra Jadeja | 16 | 104 |
| 17 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 11 | 103 |
| 18 | Prasidh Krishna | 10 | 102 |
| 19 | Axar Patel | 12 | 99 |
| 20 | Ravichandran Ashwin | 13 | 95 |
| 21 | Rahul Chahar | 11 | 93 |
| 22 | Chris Morris | 11 | 91 |
| 23 | Shivam Mavi | 9 | 91 |
| 24 | Arshdeep Singh | 12 | 88 |
| 25 | Ravi Bishnoi | 9 | 87 |