Mumbai Indians (MI) pacer Akash Madhwal scripted the history in the Eliminator of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 against Lucknow Super Giants at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai. The fast bowler equaled Anil Kumble’s record of best bowling figures in the history of the playoffs.
Akash Madhwal was at his exceptional best against Lucknow Super Giants as he bowled impeccable lines and lengths and made the opposition batters clueless. The right-arm pacer almost single-handedly won the game for his side and took them an inch closer to the playoffs.
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Akash Madhwal equaled Anil Kumble’s iconic record in the history of the league as he recorded the most economical fifer in the league. He had an economy rate of just 1.4, surpassing the Indian legend’s record of 1.57. The MI pacer returned with the figures of 5/5 and also now holds the record of best figures in the history of the playoffs as well.
Most economical five-wicket hauls in IPL:
5/5 (ER: 1.4) – Akash Madhwal (MI) vs LSG, Chennai, 2023
5/5 (ER: 1.57) – Anil Kumble (RCB) vs RR, Cape Town, 2009
5/10 (ER: 2.50) – Jasprit Bumrah (MI) vs KKR, Mumbai DYP, 2022
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Akash Madhwal’s inspirational spell helped Mumbai Indians bundle out Lucknow Super Giants for just 101 runs while defending the target of 183 runs and earned them a spot in Qualifier 2. He also now holds the best bowling figures this year as well. With the way he’s going, he can prove to be a vital cog in the wheel for the five-time champions heading into the clash against defending champions.
LSG vs MI: Best Bowling Figures In The Playoffs
Akash Madhwal now holds the best bowling figures in the IPL playoffs. He surpassed Doug Bollinger to achieve the feat whereas Dhawal Kulkarni along with Jasprit Bumrah and Anil Kumble are also on the list with their exceptional figures in the knockouts of the league.
| S.No | Bowler name | BBI in playoffs | Team | Against/Year |
| 1. | Akash Madhwal | 5/5 | Mumbai Indians | Lucknow Super Giants in 2023 |
| 2. | Doug Bollinger | 4/13 | Chennai Super Kings | Deccan Chargers in 2010 |
| 3. | Dhawal Kulkarni | 4/14 | Gujarat Lions | Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2016 |
| 4. | Jasprit Bumrah | 4/14 | Mumbai Indians | Delhi Capitals in 202 |
| 5. | Anil Kumble | 4/16 | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Deccan Chargers in 2009 |
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