Yuzvendra Chahal Reaches Jasprit Bumrah’s Record of Most Three-Wicket Hauls in IPL, Achieves Feat in MI vs RR Match

Rajasthan Royals star spinner Yuzvendra Chahal reached Jasprit Bumrah's record for most three-wicket hauls in the Indian Premier League with his strong spell against five-time champions Mumbai Indians on Monday. Chahal was effective and economical in his outing at the Wankhede Stadium as he struck thrice and conceded just 11 runs in his four-over spell. With figures of 3/11, Chahal claimed his 20th three-wicket haul and rose to the top of the summit alongside Bumrah, who also has 20 three-wicket hauls to his name. IPL 2024: Riyan Parag’s Magic, Trent Boult and Yuzvendra Chahal’s Art Left Mumbai Indians Speechless in Wankhede, Guide Rajasthan Royals To Win.

Former MI pace icon, Lasith Malinga is the player closest to Bumrah and Chahal's tally with a total of 19 three-wicket hauls. During his record-breaking outing, Chahal picked up crucial wickets of Tilak Varma, MI skipper Hardik Pandya and Gerald Coetzee. RR skipper Sanju Samson introduced Chahal in the attack and the spinner broke a 56-run partnership stand as he removed Pandya for 34 in his second over.

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In the 14th over, Chahal again did the trick for Rajasthan as he removed well-set dangerous batter Tilak for 32. The onus then fell on Tim David to provide a good finish for the Mumbai Indians. Chahal baited Gerald Coetzee into playing a risky shot and Hetmyer completed the catch at cover. His sensational spell combined with a fierce pace attack led by Trent Boult reduced MI to their lowest total in IPL 2024 - 125/9.

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