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The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a platform for many talented wicketkeepers to showcase their skills and make a name for themselves. These players have quick reflexes, excellent hand-eye coordination, and the ability to anticipate a batsman’s movements, which are crucial for their role in the game of cricket. Wicketkeepers play a vital role in the team as they are responsible for not just taking catches but also for effecting stumpings, which is an important aspect of their game.
Stumpings are an important part of a wicket-keeper’s game, as they can dismiss a batsman even if they are not out caught. The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen many talented wicketkeepers over the years who have made a name for themselves by effecting a high number of stumpings. In this article, we will explore the top three wicketkeepers in the IPL who hold the record for the most career stumpings.
The following are the wicket keeping records for the most career stumpings:
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| Rank | Stumpings | Player | Teams | Matches | Innings | Period |
| 1 | 39 | MS Dhoni | CSK/RPS | 234 | 227 | 2008-2022 |
| 2 | 34 | Dinesh Karthik | DD/PBKS/MI/RCB/GL/KKR | 229 | 212 | 2008-2022 |
| 3 | 32 | Robin Uthappa | MI/RCB/PWI/KKR/RR/CSK | 205 | 114 | 2008-2022 |
| 4 | 22 | Wriddhiman Saha | CSK/PBKS/KKR/SRH/GT | 144 | 123 | 2008-2022 |
| 5 | 18 | Rishabh Pant | DD | 98 | 88 | 2016-2022 |
Most Career Stumpings 1st by Wicket keeper (MS Dhoni)
MS Dhoni – The “Captain Cool” of Indian cricket, MS Dhoni has been a dominant force in the IPL for many years. He has represented Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Rising Pune Supergiants (RPS) in the IPL and has played a total of 234 matches. Out of these, he has played 227 innings as a wicketkeeper and has effectuated a total of 39 stumpings. Dhoni is known for his quick reflexes and excellent hand-eye coordination, which have helped him to make many crucial stumpings, leading to the dismissal of many top batsmen. His ability to make split-second decisions has made him one of the most successful wicketkeepers in the history of the IPL.
Most Career Stumpings 2nd by Wicket keeper (Dinesh Karthik)
Dinesh Karthik – Dinesh Karthik is a versatile Indian cricketer who has been a consistent performer in the IPL. He has represented six different teams in the IPL including Delhi Daredevils (DD), Punjab Kings (PBKS), Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Gujarat Lions (GL), and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). In 229 matches, he has donned the gloves as a wicketkeeper in 212 innings and has effectuated 34 stumpings. Karthik is known for his quick reflexes and safe hands, which have helped him make many crucial stumpings and lead to the dismissal of many top batsmen.
Most Career Stumpings 3rd by Wicket keeper (Robin Uthappa)
Robin Uthappa – Robin Uthappa, the dynamic Indian cricketer, has been a versatile performer in the IPL. He has represented six different teams including Mumbai Indians (MI), Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Pune Warriors India (PWI), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Rajasthan Royals (RR), and Chennai Super Kings (CSK). In 205 matches, Uthappa has donned the gloves as a wicketkeeper in some of the innings and has effectuated 32 stumpings. His quick reflexes and safe hands have helped him make many crucial stumpings, leading to the dismissal of many top batsmen.
The role of a wicketkeeper in the game of cricket, especially in the IPL, is crucial. A good wicketkeeper can make a difference between a win and a loss for a team. MS Dhoni, Dinesh Karthik, and Robin Uthappa are some of the most successful wicketkeepers in the history of the IPL, with 39, 34, and 32 stumpings respectively. Their quick reflexes, safe hands, and the ability to anticipate a batsman’s movements have helped them make many crucial stumpings and contribute to the success of their teams.
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