Top 3 players with most wickets in Women's Premier League 2026

The Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 began on January 9, continuing the tournament’s rise as one of the most competitive T20 leagues in the women’s game. With batting depth improving across teams and scoring rates climbing steadily, bowlers were under constant pressure to innovate, execute, and strike at decisive moments rather than merely containing runs.

The season eventually concluded with Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeating Delhi Capitals on 5th February to clinch the title. While several batting performances dominated headlines, the underlying structure of the tournament was shaped by bowlers who delivered breakthroughs consistently. 

Here are top 3 wicket takers in WPL 2026

3. Nadine de Klerk (RCB Women)

Nadine de Klerk finished close behind with 16 wickets in nine matches, delivering one of the most efficient bowling campaigns of the tournament. Her economy rate of 7.84 stood out in a season dominated by aggressive batting, highlighting her ability to strike regularly while maintaining control over scoring phases.

Her best figures of 4 for 22 showcased her attacking mindset and execution under pressure. De Klerk consistently targeted set batters, using pace and accuracy to disrupt rhythm. Her wickets often came in clusters, shifting momentum swiftly and reinforcing her value as a bowler.

2. Nandani Sharma (DC Women)

Nandani Sharma was the joint-highest wicket-taker with a tally of 17 wickets, achieving the feat across 10 matches and establishing herself as one of the league’s most reliable bowlers. Trusted with longer spells, Sharma provided control across phases, allowing captains to build bowling plans around her consistency rather than short, aggressive bursts alone.

Her defining moment came against Gujarat Giants, where she registered a superb five-wicket haul of 5 for 33, the first fifer of the season. That spell encapsulated her strengths: disciplined lines, intelligent use of movement, and patience to let pressure create opportunities, making her wickets both earned and impactful.

1. Sophie Devine (Gujarat Giants Women)

Sophie Devine finished WPL 2026 as a joint-leading wicket-taker with 17 wickets, underlining her importance as a genuine all-phase bowler. With an economy rate of 8.29, Devine frequently operated in high-impact situations, often bowling with the new ball and returning during momentum-shifting middle overs where wickets were more valuable than mere run control. She also held the Purple Cap this WPL.

Her most notable bowling performance came against Delhi Capitals, where she claimed 4 for 37, breaking the backbone of a strong batting lineup. Beyond her bowling numbers, Devine’s season was defined by her overall influence; her consistent contributions with both bat and ball earned her the Most Valuable Player award of the tournament, reflecting her status as the most complete all-rounder of WPL 2026.