India, April 6 -- Yuzvendra Chahal is the leading wicket-taker in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), with 206 wickets to his name in 163 matches. In the cash-rich league, the 34-year-old has represented Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Rajasthan Royals, and now Punjab Kings. The leg-spinner, whose second nature is to pick wickets and curb the run flow, has had a slow start to the IPL 2025 edition.

In the first three matches for Punjab Kings, the wily old fox has picked up just one wicket. However, Chahal has managed to keep the run rate in check, showcasing how he knows to go about his business despite not being at his best.

In the ongoing 18th edition of the cash-rich league, there has been much talk abou...