Maharoof, Malinga, Rabada in a unique league

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Two Sri Lankan players are currently placed within the top 5 spots of best averages in the all-time IPL list. Former Sri Lanka all-rounder Farveez Maharoof and IPL legend Lasith Malinga hold the 4th and 5th places on the all-time list respectively.

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Maharoof who played for Delhi Daredevils in 2008, 2009, and 2010 editions have played for 20 matches and maintained a brilliant average of 19.25 while Malinga at 19.8. The specialty of Malinga’s stat is he has played 122 IPL matches and still maintains a mind-boggling average which reflects his contribution towards Mumbai Indians’ success over the years. Malinga also holds the record of the highest wickets in IPL history.

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The best averages list in an all-time IPL list is topped by South African juggernaut Kagiso Rabada who has 49 wickets at an average of 16.26.

Bowler Mts Wkts Ave
K Rabada 26 49 16.26
D Bollinger 27 37 18.72
D Mascarenhas 13 19 18.73
F Maharoof 20 27 19.25
L Malinga 122 170 19.80

Best Bowling Average – IPL

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