IPL 2017: Top 5 economical bowlers in IPL history

#2 Ravichandran Ashwin - 6.55 rpo

Ashwin has picked up 100 wickets at an economy rate of just 6.55

One of the talismanic figures in the Indian cricket team, Ashwin owes his recognition to the IPL as it was during the 2010 edition that he came into prominence. Ashwin picked up 13 wickets at an economy rate of 6.1 as Chennai Super Kings won the tournament. Ever since then, Ashwin has established himself as one of the finest spinners to have played in the IPL.

The Tamil Nadu player made even more significant contributions towards CSK’s victorious campaign in 2011 as he was their highest wicket-taker with 20 wickets including a brilliant spell of 3/16 in the final against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Ashwin continued to be a vital part of CSK from 2012-2015 during which they reached the final thrice. Last year, the Indian off-spinner did not have the best of seasons with new franchise Rising Pune Supergiants as he picked up only 10 wickets at an economy rate of 7.25 thus making it the first time that Ashwin’s economy rate at the end of the season crossed 7.

As of now, Ashwin is the second most economical bowler in IPL history at 6.55, picking up 100 wickets. Looking at his recent form, he will definitely be one of the key players for the Supergiants this season.