IPL 2017: Top 5 economical bowlers in IPL history

#4 Lasith Malinga - 6.67 rpo

IPL’s highest wicket-taker has conceded only 6.67 runs an over

There is only one pacer in this list and that is none other than the highest wicket-taker in IPL history, Lasith Malinga. The Sri Lankan has been one of the main reasons Mumbai Indians are one of the most successful sides in IPL history, having taken 143 wickets since 2008, at a brilliant economy rate of 6.67.

Malinga did not make a single appearance during the first season due to the presence of Shaun Pollock in the side. However, after Pollock retired from cricket, Malinga became an important player for Mumbai Indians. He was the fourth highest wicket-taker during the 2009 edition and helped MI to the final of 2010 but it was not before the 2011 IPL when people understood the true lethality of Malinga.

The slingy pacer was the purple cap holder in the fourth edition of the IPL with 28 wickets and played a huge role in Mumbai Indians winning the IPL in 2013 and 2015, picking up 20 wickets and 24 wickets respectively.

Despite missing the 2016 season through injury, Malinga was retained by MI ahead of the 10th season which shows how crucial he is to their side.