KKR's star opener Rahul Tripathi was bowled out by KXIP star bowler Mohammad Shami for just 4 runs in KKR vs KXIP match today at Abu Dhabi. With this, Shami completed his 50 wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL).  Shami also became the 49th bowler to take 50 wickets in the IPL.

Playing his 58th match in the IPL, Shami completed his 50 wickets. Shami made his debut in the IPL in 2009. Like every year, he has impressed everyone with his bowling. So far in the IPL 2020, Shami has completed 10 wickets. The paceman has also entered the Purple Cap race in the 13th season of the T20 League.

Kagiso Rabada is the highest wicket-taker in the IPL at this time but Shami has given a tough fight to the South African speedster.

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The record of taking the most wickets in the IPL belongs to Lasith Malinga. Malinga has taken 170 wickets in IPL, on the other hand, veteran spinner Amit Mishra has taken 160 wickets in the T20 tournament, but the speed with which Shami is taking wickets in every match, it seems he is bound to take 100 wickets to join the elite club.

In today's game, KKR have decided to bat first against Punjab after winning the toss but they had not started well. Winning this match is very important for Punjab. If Kings XI Punjab lose today's match, then it will e very difficult for them to secure a place in the playoffs of IPL 2020.