The 6 Most Expensive Spells in IPL History

By Priyanka Roshan | April 22, 2025

The 6 Most Expensive Spells in IPL History

In the IPL, bowlers can become heroes—or suffer nightmares. While many have delivered magic, a few endured brutal onslaughts. Here are the six most expensive spells in IPL history.

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On April 17, 2025, Archer endured the worst IPL spell ever, conceding 76 runs in 4 overs as Sunrisers Hyderabad went ballistic at home.

1. Jofra Archer – 76 Runs (RR vs SRH, 2025)

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Shami was torn apart by Punjab on April 21, 2025. His 4 overs leaked 75 runs, becoming the second-most expensive spell in IPL history.

2. Mohammed Shami – 75 Runs (SRH vs PBKS, 2025)

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Delhi batters dismantled Mohit Sharma on May 2, 2024, as he conceded 73 runs in 4 overs during an absolute run-fest in Ahmedabad.

3. Mohit Sharma – 73 Runs (GT vs DC, 2024)

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On May 17, 2018, Thampi endured a nightmare against RCB, leaking 70 runs in 4 overs. Kohli and AB de Villiers made him pay.

4. Basil Thampi – 70 Runs (SRH vs RCB, 2018)

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April 9, 2023, saw Rinku Singh crush Dayal with five last-over sixes. The GT pacer’s spell cost 69 runs and lives on in IPL legend.

5. Yash Dayal – 69 Runs (GT vs KKR, 2023)

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On April 15, 2024, Topley struggled to contain SRH’s explosive hitters in Bengaluru. His 4 overs went for 68 runs—an evening to forget for the English pacer.

6. Reece Topley – 68 Runs (RCB vs SRH, 2024)

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