Jofra Archer Becomes Rajasthan Royals' All-Time Leading Wicket-Taker in IPL
IPL 2026: Archer Surpasses Watson To Become Leading Wicket-Taker For RR
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Jofra Archer, the English fast bowler, has surpassed Shane Watson to become the leading wicket-taker for Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He achieved this milestone during a match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), taking three wickets and bringing his total to 68 in 54 matches.
- 01Jofra Archer has become the leading wicket-taker for Rajasthan Royals with 68 wickets.
- 02He surpassed Shane Watson's previous record of 67 wickets.
- 03Archer achieved this milestone in his 54th IPL match.
- 04He conceded only 20 runs in four overs during the match against LSG.
- 05Rajasthan Royals secured a 40-run victory over LSG, placing them second in the points table.
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Jofra Archer (English fast bowler) has made history by becoming the leading wicket-taker for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He achieved this feat during a match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Wednesday, taking three wickets and surpassing Shane Watson's record of 67 wickets. Archer now has a total of 68 wickets for RR in 54 matches. In this match, he bowled four overs, conceding only 20 runs, including a maiden over. Watson, who last played for RR in the 2015 season, took 67 wickets in 84 matches. Yuzvendra Chahal ranks third with 66 wickets in 46 matches. The Royals successfully defended a modest total of 159 runs, winning by 40 runs, with contributions from Nandre Burger and Brijesh Sharma as well. Following this victory, RR is currently in second place on the points table and will face Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Saturday.
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Archer's performance boosts the morale of the Rajasthan Royals and enhances their chances of success in the tournament.
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