The top 5 IPL wicketkeepers with the most dismissals in history demonstrate remarkable skills behind the stumps. Their quick reflexes and sharp instincts have played a crucial role in their teams’ success, making them indispensable assets in the fast-paced T20 format.
5. Robin Uthappa
Robin Uthappa, despite not being a regular wicketkeeper, has impressive IPL stats with 90 dismissals (58 catches, 32 stumpings). He ranks third for most stumpings in the league and retired after the 2022 season, securing two titles.
4. Rishabh Pant
Rishabh Pant, appointed full-time captain of Delhi Capitals midway through 2021, led them to a top-of-the-table finish but missed the final. With 95 dismissals in 101 innings (72 catches, 23 stumpings), Pant ranks fourth in IPL wicketkeeping records. Continuing as captain, he aims to bring the franchise closer to the title.
3. Wriddhiman Saha
Widely regarded as one of the finest wicketkeepers, Wriddhiman Saha has recorded 113 dismissals in the IPL (87 catches, 26 stumpings). Notable highlights include a brilliant century in the 2014 final for Kings XI Punjab and impressive performances for SRH in 2020.
2. Dinesh Karthik
Dinesh Karthik, one of IPL’s most seasoned players, boasts 174 dismissals (137 catches, 37 stumpings) across 235 innings, ranking second in each category. Set to retire after IPL 2024, Karthik has also successfully transitioned to commentary, earning high praise from fans.
1. MS Dhoni
Former Indian captain MS Dhoni has consistently demonstrated outstanding wicketkeeping in the IPL, holding the record for the most dismissals (190), with 148 catches and 42 stumpings. A cornerstone for CSK since 2008, Dhoni’s potential retirement after IPL 2024 remains uncertain, but fans are hopeful to see “Thala” continue his legacy.
| SL.NO. | Player | Innings As Keeper | Catches | Stumpings | Dismissals |
| 1. | MS Dhoni | 257 | 148 | 42 | 190 |
| 2. | Dinesh Karthik | 235 | 137 | 37 | 174 |
| 3. | Wriddhiman Saha | 161 | 87 | 26 | 113 |
| 4. | Rishabh Pant | 101 | 72 | 23 | 95 |
| 5. | Robin Uthappa | 114 | 58 | 32 | 90 |