Trent Boult

Trent Boult has been one of the most feared left-arm quicks in IPL history, renowned for his ability to swing the new ball both ways and deliver pinpoint yorkers at the death. Since first gracing the league, the New Zealand spearhead has turned powerplay overs into nightmare starts for opposition openers, frequently striking early to tilt matches in his side’s favour. With exceptional athleticism in the deep and safe hands at long-on or fine-leg, Boult adds vital boundary-saving value. His synergy with fellow seamers and clever changes of pace have made him the go-to bowler in crunch situations. Whether operating for Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders or Rajasthan Royals, Boult has repeatedly delivered decisive spells in playoffs and finals, helping franchises reach summit clashes. Fans treasure his iconic opening-over strikes and signature celebrations that electrify IPL stadiums.

Trent Boult IPL bowling maestro: 143 wickets in 119 innings across 11 seasons, 2025 return to Mumbai Indians, swing and pace legend, 12 three-wicket hauls, best 4 for, economy 8.38, strike rate 18.76, 2683 balls of left-arm magic, 3747 runs conceded, powerplay wrecker, yorker king, death-over assassin, from Sunrisers 2015 to Royals 2022-24 and back to MI, Boult has turned opening spells into highlights reels and blue-chip wickets into match-defining moments; with the bat he’s chipped in 85 runs at a 104 strike rate, 3 sixes and 5 fours, highest 17, but it’s the 143 scalps that headline every auction room chant and fantasy team pick—Trent Boult, IPL’s perennial new-ball nightmare.

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