Most Catches by a Non Wicket-Keeper in IPL History

Heana Sharma

Fielding has been one of the key areas for any team’s success in the IPL. Teams that have gone deep into the tournament have always had a great fielding unit. IPL has been blessed with some of the best fielders like Raina, Pollard, Rohit, Kohli, Dhawan, and the list just goes on. We often talk about wicket-keepers taking catches; following is the list of non wicket-keepers with most catches in IPL history.

Non Wicket-Keepers with Most Catches

Winning or losing margins in T20 cricket are so small that even a single run saved could make the difference. Imagine having gun fielders in your side who could save 15-20 runs per innings. Teams blessed with talented fielders have a higher chance of going through to the playoffs, provided that they have at least a decent batting or bowling line-up.

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Suresh Raina – Indian Superman

One of the most gifted fielders, Suresh Raina saved crucial runs while fielding. In the 205 IPL matches that Suresh Raina played, he managed to take 109 catches.

“Yuvraj Singh and Mohammed Kaif were some of the better fielders around. Virat Kohli, he is okay. But for me Suresh Raina is the best fielder in India” – Jonty Rhodes.

No statistician would be able to tell you the overall impact that Raina had in the field or the number of runs that he saved. Suresh Raina is now retired from all forms of cricket.

Kieron Pollard – Flying Giant

The big man from the West Indies moved very quickly across the field. Not only was he lethal with the bat, but also saved many runs in the field. Pollard was always placed in the areas where the ball was most likely to travel.

In the 189 IPL games, Pollard took 103 catches. He is currently working as a batting coach for Mumbai Indians.   

Rohit Sharma – Swift Mover

Mumbai Indians has one of the strongest fan bases in the IPL. Their captain Rohit Sharma has led them to 5 IPL trophies. In the 228 games played so far, Rohit has taken 97 catches. He moves swiftly across the field and saves many runs.

Rohit is currently leading the MI team and hopes to lead them to their 6th IPL trophy.

Virat Kohli – Moves like a Cheetah

Apart from being a world-class batsman, Virat Kohli has also proved to be a talented fielder. He sets a benchmark for fitness and is able to move like a cheetah.

Virat has been with RCB since the inception of IPL in 2008. In the 224 games that he has been a part of, he has taken 94 catches. Virat Kohli is currently with the RCB side and will hope to win the first IPL trophy with RCB. Kohli is so agile in the field that people can bet on him to take almost any catch. 

In any online betting app, Virat Kohli is popular among bettors for his ability to score more runs. Most of the time, we miss his fielding prowess.

Shikhar Dhawan – Reliable

Shikhar Dhawan has been a consistent performer in the IPL. He has played 208 matches so far and taken 93 catches. Shikhar’s celebration after taking a catch is quite a hit among the cricket fans. Currently, Dhawan is leading the Punjab Kings side in the IPL 2023.

Note: The data given is till 06/04/2023.

Leading Catchers in IPL 2023 so far

IPL 2023 has seen some spectacular catches so far, and there are many more to come for sure. Which player has taken the most catches in the IPL so far? Following is the list of top 5 players with most catches in IPL 2023 so far.

Who could end up taking the most catches in IPL 2023?

Following is a list of players who could end up taking the most catches in the IPL 2023.

  1. Virat Kohli
  2. Ben Stokes
  3. Ravindra Jadeja
  4. Riyan Parag
  5. Glenn Maxwell

Final Thoughts

Every team will push hard to win the IPL trophy 2023. In this fierce competition, expect players to put their bodies on the line and pull off some stunners.

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