The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a batting paradise, but it is the bowlers who often produce the most unforgettable, match-winning moments. Nothing shifts the momentum quite like an IPL hat trick—three wickets in three consecutive deliveries. This rare feat is a true testament to a bowler’s skill, temperament, and ability to conquer the pressure.
Since the league’s inception in 2008, the IPL has witnessed a total of 23 hat tricks achieved by 19 different bowlers up to the 2025 season. Prepare for a deep dive into the history books as we unveil the full list and highlight the most surprising moments in the IPL hat trick history!
IPL Hat-Trick List: 22 Hat-Tricks by 19 Bowlers From 2008 to 2025
Player | Bowling Figures | Against | Year |
Lakshmipathy Balaji | 5/24 | KXIP | 2008 |
Amit Mishra | 5/17 | DEC | 2008 |
Makhaya Ntini | 4/21 | KKR | 2008 |
Yuvraj Singh | 3/22 | RCB | 2009 |
Rohit Sharma | 4/6 | MI | 2009 |
Yuvraj Singh | 3/13 | DEC | 2009 |
Praveen Kumar | 3/18 | RR | 2010 |
Amit Mishra | 4/9 | KXIP | 2011 |
Ajit Chandila | 4/13 | PWI | 2012 |
Sunil Narine | 3/33 | KXIP | 2013 |
Amit Mishra | 4/19 | PWI | 2013 |
Pravin Tambe | 3/26 | KKR | 2014 |
Shane Watson | 3/13 | SRH | 2014 |
Axar Patel | 4/21 | GL | 2016 |
Samuel Badree | 4/9 | MI | 2017 |
Andrew Tye | 5/17 | RPS | 2017 |
Jaydev Unadkat | 5/30 | SRH | 2017 |
Sam Curran | 4/11 | DC | 2019 |
Shreyas Gopal | 3/12 | RCB | 2019 |
Harshal Patel | 4/17 | RCB | 2021 |
Yuzvendra Chahal | 5/40 | KKR | 2022 |
Rashid Khan | 3-35 | KKR | 2023 |
Yuzvendra Chahal | 3/42 | PBKS | 2025 |
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Lakshmipathy Balaji to Yuzvendra Chahal: A Quick Time Lapse
Playing for his home team, Chennai Super Kings, former Indian pacer Lakshmipathy Balaji pulled off a rabbit from his hat that shocked the world. In the inaugural IPL season, Balaji, in a tense match against Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), etched his name in the Indian Premier League history.Â
The CSK bowler secured the first-ever IPL hat-trick. Under the astute captaincy of MS Dhoni, Balaji achieved this feat at the Super King’s den, M Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Â
Since then, many bowlers have followed Balaji’s path, taking three back-to-back wickets to shock the opponent. But in the most recent IPL edition, Yuzvendra Chahal pulled out something extraordinary. The Punjab Kings bowler secured his second IPL hat-trick.Â
Chahal achieved this significant milestone during PBKS’ match against Chennai Super Kings at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium on April 30, 2025.
Amit Mishra Leads the Chart with Most Hat-Tricks in IPL History
Veteran Indian spinner Amit Mishra holds the undisputed record for the most hat-tricks in IPL history. His consistent ability to dismantle batting line-ups with three consecutive strikes makes him a legend of the tournament.
| Milestone | Details |
| Total Hat Tricks | 3 (The most by any bowler) |
| Teams Represented | Delhi Daredevils (2008), Deccan Chargers (2011), Sunrisers Hyderabad (2013) |
| Significance | He is the only player to achieve a hat-trick for three different franchises, showcasing his adaptability and skill. |
The Multi-Time Hat Trick Club
While Amit Mishra leads the chart, only two other bowlers have managed to take more than one IPL hat trick.
Yuvraj Singh: The star all-rounder achieved the remarkable feat of taking two hat-tricks in a single season (IPL 2009) for Kings XI Punjab (KXIP).
Yuzvendra Chahal: Chahal joined this exclusive club in 2025, securing his second career hat-trick for Punjab Kings (PBKS) against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). His first was for Rajasthan Royals (RR) in 2022.
IPL 2009 Edition: Part-time Bowlers Achieving the Unexpected Feat
The second edition of the cash-rich tournament has been the most special in terms of hat-tricks, with some unexpected bowlers making history. Yuvraj Singh, playing for Punjab in 2009, actually took two hat-tricks that year! This puts him just behind Amit Mishra for the most overall.Â
On top of that, Rohit Sharma, who was at that time playing for Hyderabad, also managed to grab a fantastic hat-trick in that same season. It was a year when bowlers really stepped up and created some unforgettable moments.
FAQS: IPL Hat-Trick
Q.1. How many hat-tricks are in IPL?
There have been a total of 23 hat-tricks in IPL history. The most recent hat-trick was taken by Yuzvendra Chahal in 2025.
Q.2. Who took the first hat-trick in IPL 2025?
In the IPL 2025, the first and only hat-trick was taken by Yuzvendra Chahal of Punjab Kings against Chennai Super Kings.
Q.3. Did Rohit Sharma take hat trick in IPL?
Yes, apart from various batting records, Rohit Sharma also has a hat trick to his name in IPL history. He achieved this feat while playing for Deccan Chargers against Mumbai Indians in 2009.Â
Q.4. Which bowler took 3 hat-tricks in IPL?
Veteran India spinner Amit Mishra leads the IPL hat-trick list with 3 hat-tricks to his name.
Q.5. Who took the most recent hat-trick in IPL history?
The most recent IPL hat trick was taken by Yuzvendra Chahal for Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the 2025 season against Chennai Super Kings (CSK).