Mohammad Shami IPL Stats, Wickets & Career Records
Mohammed Shami has built a long IPL career around pace, seam movement, accuracy and the ability to take wickets with the new ball. Since making his IPL debut for Kolkata Knight Riders, the Indian fast bowler has represented Delhi Daredevils, Kings XI Punjab/Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants.
Shami's IPL career reached its strongest phase after joining Punjab and later Gujarat Titans. He became a regular wicket-taker, taking 19 or more wickets in five consecutive seasons from 2019 through 2023. His standout campaign came in 2023, when he claimed 28 wickets for Gujarat Titans and won the Purple Cap.
Through the end of the 2026 IPL season, Shami has played 132 matches and taken 145 wickets. His career-best IPL bowling figures are 4/11, while his overall bowling average stands at 29.02.
Mohammad Shami IPL Career Summary
| Stat | Mohammad Shami IPL Record |
|---|---|
| Matches | 132 |
| Wickets | 145 |
| Bowling Average | 29.02 |
| Economy Rate | 8.67 |
| Bowling Strike Rate | 20.08 |
| Best Bowling | 4/11 |
| 4-Wicket Hauls | 2 |
| 5-Wicket Hauls | 0 |
Shami has bowled 2,912 deliveries and conceded 4,208 runs across his IPL career. Both of his four-wicket hauls came during his outstanding 2023 campaign with Gujarat Titans.
Mohammad Shami IPL Stats Season by Season
| Season | Team | Matches | Wickets | Average | Economy | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 3 | 1 | 78.00 | 8.67 | 1/32 |
| 2014 | Delhi Daredevils | 12 | 7 | 52.71 | 8.39 | 1/22 |
| 2016 | Delhi Daredevils | 8 | 5 | 48.80 | 9.70 | 2/34 |
| 2017 | Delhi Daredevils | 8 | 5 | 48.60 | 9.35 | 2/36 |
| 2018 | Delhi Daredevils | 4 | 3 | 48.00 | 10.41 | 1/29 |
| 2019 | Kings XI Punjab | 14 | 19 | 24.68 | 8.69 | 3/21 |
| 2020 | Kings XI Punjab | 14 | 20 | 23.00 | 8.57 | 3/15 |
| 2021 | Punjab Kings | 14 | 19 | 20.79 | 7.50 | 3/21 |
| 2022 | Gujarat Titans | 16 | 20 | 24.40 | 8.00 | 3/25 |
| 2023 | Gujarat Titans | 17 | 28 | 18.64 | 8.03 | 4/11 |
| 2025 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 9 | 6 | 56.17 | 11.23 | 2/28 |
| 2026 | Lucknow Super Giants | 13 | 12 | 38.25 | 9.00 | 2/9 |
Shami did not play in the 2015 or 2024 IPL seasons. His complete season-by-season record shows a major improvement from 2019 onward, when he developed into one of the league's most consistent Indian fast bowlers.
His most productive season was 2023. Shami took 28 wickets in 17 matches at an average of 18.64, with an economy rate of 8.03. His best spell that season was 4/11.
In 2026, Shami represented Lucknow Super Giants and finished with 12 wickets from 13 matches. His best figures were 2/9 against Sunrisers Hyderabad, a spell in which he dismissed Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head early in the innings.
Mohammad Shami IPL Stats by Team
Shami has represented six IPL franchises during his career. His largest wicket tally for one franchise came during his three seasons with the Punjab franchise.
| Team | Matches | Wickets | Best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 3 | 1 | 1/32 |
| Delhi Daredevils | 32 | 20 | 2/34 |
| Kings XI Punjab/Punjab Kings | 42 | 58 | 3/15 |
| Gujarat Titans | 33 | 48 | 4/11 |
| Sunrisers Hyderabad | 9 | 6 | 2/28 |
| Lucknow Super Giants | 13 | 12 | 2/9 |
| Total | 132 | 145 | 4/11 |
Punjab was an important stage in Shami's IPL career. Across the 2019, 2020 and 2021 seasons, he collected 58 wickets in 42 matches, including 20 wickets in 2020.
His two seasons with Gujarat Titans were even more productive on a wickets-per-match basis. Shami took 48 wickets in 33 games, helping Gujarat win the title in 2022 before finishing as runners-up in 2023.
Top 5 Mohammad Shami Best IPL Bowling Performances
1. 4/11 vs Delhi Capitals – Ahmedabad, 2023
Shami produced the best bowling figures of his IPL career against Delhi Capitals at the Narendra Modi Stadium. He took 4 wickets for just 11 runs, ripping through the top order and demonstrating how dangerous he could be when the ball moved early.
The 4/11 remains Shami's best IPL bowling performance.
2. 4/21 vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – Ahmedabad, 2023
Shami collected his second four-wicket haul of the same season against Sunrisers Hyderabad. His 4/21 helped Gujarat Titans control the match and added to his Purple Cap-winning wicket tally.
| Figures | Opponent | Venue | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/11 | Delhi Capitals | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 2023 |
| 4/21 | Sunrisers Hyderabad | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad | 2023 |
| 3/15 | Delhi Capitals | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 2020 |
| 3/21 | Mumbai Indians | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai | 2019 |
| 3/21 | Rajasthan Royals | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 2021 |
3. 3/15 vs Delhi Capitals – Dubai, 2020
Playing for Kings XI Punjab, Shami took 3/15 from four overs against Delhi Capitals in Dubai. Delhi finished on 157/8 before the match eventually went to a Super Over.
4. 3/21 vs Mumbai Indians – Mumbai, 2019
Shami delivered an excellent spell of 3/21 from four overs against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. His wickets included Siddhesh Lad, Hardik Pandya and Krunal Pandya.
5. 3/21 vs Rajasthan Royals – Dubai, 2021
Shami recorded another 3/21 against Rajasthan Royals in 2021. He finished his four overs with three wickets, although Rajasthan eventually won a dramatic match by two runs.
Mohammad Shami IPL Records and Achievements
Purple Cap Winner
Shami won the IPL Purple Cap in 2023 after taking 28 wickets for Gujarat Titans. It remains the highest wicket tally of any season in his IPL career.
He finished the campaign with a bowling average of 18.64 and a strike rate of 13.93.
28 Wickets in a Single Season
Shami's 28 wickets in 2023 remain his personal record for most wickets in one IPL season. He took those wickets across 17 matches and recorded two four-wicket hauls.
Two Four-Wicket Hauls in One Season
Both of Shami's IPL four-wicket hauls came in 2023. His 4/11 against Delhi Capitals was followed by 4/21 against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
He has never taken a five-wicket haul in the IPL.
Five Straight Seasons With at Least 19 Wickets
One of the strongest parts of Shami's IPL record is his consistency between 2019 and 2023:
- 19 wickets in 2019
- 20 wickets in 2020
- 19 wickets in 2021
- 20 wickets in 2022
- 28 wickets in 2023
That gave him 106 wickets across those five consecutive IPL seasons.
IPL Champion With Gujarat Titans
Shami was part of the Gujarat Titans squad that won the IPL title in the franchise's debut season in 2022. He played 16 matches and took 20 wickets at an average of 24.40 and an economy rate of 8.00.
More Than 140 IPL Wickets
Following the completion of the 2026 season, Shami's IPL career tally stands at 145 wickets from 132 matches. His career figures underline the transformation from a bowler who struggled for regular wickets in his early IPL years into a reliable new-ball strike option.
FAQs About Mohammad Shami IPL Stats
How many wickets has Mohammad Shami taken in the IPL?
Mohammed Shami has taken 145 wickets in 132 IPL matches through the end of the 2026 season. His career bowling average is 29.02.
What are Mohammad Shami's best IPL bowling figures?
Shami's best IPL bowling figures are 4/11, recorded for Gujarat Titans against Delhi Capitals in 2023.
How many times has Mohammad Shami won the Purple Cap?
Shami has won the IPL Purple Cap once. He took 28 wickets for Gujarat Titans in 2023.
Which IPL teams has Mohammad Shami played for?
Shami has played for Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Daredevils, Kings XI Punjab/Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants during his IPL career.
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