IPL 2017: Top 5 economical bowlers in IPL history

#3 Anil Kumble - 6.57 rpo

Kumble conceded only 6.57 runs an over during his three seasons at the IPL

Anil Kumble retired from the IPL in 2010 with 45 wickets to his name in 42 matches, at an economy rate of 6.57. Kumble had a disappointing inaugural season as he had only seven wickets to his name at an economy rate of 7.93 with his franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore ending the season as the second-last placed team.

During the second season in 2009, Kumble bowled one of the greatest spells in IPL history, picking up 5 wickets and conceding as many runs in RCB’s tournament opener against defending champs Rajasthan Royals.

After Kevin Pietersen left RCB to join the England team, Kumble was appointed the skipper of the team. Under Kumble’s captaincy, RCB reached the final where they would lose to Deccan Chargers. Kumble was adjudged the Man of the Match for his figures of 4/16 and ended the tournament as the second highest wicket-taker of the tournament.

In 2010, Kumble could not replicate the results of 2009 but led RCB to the semi-finals where they lost to Mumbai Indians. He ended the tournament as the fourth highest wicket-taker with 17 wickets.