Since the inception of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2008, numerous bowlers have produced some exhilarating performances which have often handed favourable results to their respective teams. In the 16th edition of the top-tier league, Mumbai Indians (MI) pacer Akash Madhwal recorded arguably one of the best spells in the IPL, during the match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Eliminator. In doing so, the pacer comfortably made his place in an elite list of cricketers with the best bowling spells in IPL history. On that note, we dive into the five best spells recorded in the history of the competition-
5. Akash Madhwal (MI) 5/5 in 3.3 overs
Madhwal was at his lethal best for MI, as he recorded a jaw-dropping spell of 5/5 against LSG in his 3.3 overs at a splendid economy of 1.42. Thanks to his masterclass, MI cruised to the Qualifier 2 of the IPL 2023.