In the Indian Premier League (IPL), a duck refers to a batsman being dismissed without scoring any runs. While it may not be a proud achievement, it is still a significant record to hold, especially for bowlers who have claimed the most ducks in IPL history.
Harbhajan Singh, the veteran Indian spinner, is known for his crafty bowling and his ability to get under the skin of the opposition. He also holds the record for the joint-most ducks in IPL history. But who shares this record with him?
The player who has the joint-most ducks in IPL history alongside Harbhajan Singh is none other than Praveen Kumar. Kumar, a former Indian medium-pacer, played for several IPL franchises, including Royal Challengers Bangalore, Kings XI Punjab, and Mumbai Indians, among others.
Kumar retired from all forms of cricket in October 2018 after a career spanning more than a decade. While he was not a regular in the Indian national team, he made a name for himself in the IPL for his accurate bowling and the ability to swing the ball both ways. However, he also holds the dubious distinction of being dismissed for a duck 13 times in his IPL career.
Harbhajan Singh and Praveen Kumar jointly hold the record for the most ducks in IPL history, a record they would probably not be proud of. However, it is a testament to their longevity and consistency in the league, having played in multiple seasons and facing some of the best bowlers in the world.