Bowlers who took a wicket on the very first ball of their IPL career

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is renowned for its thrilling debuts, where new players often make their presence felt in spectacular fashion. While batsmen dream of smashing a six off their very first delivery, a bowler's ultimate dream is to achieve a 'perfect debut'—specifically, taking a wicket with their very first ball in the league. This rare feat demands not only skill but also sheer determination and a touch of luck. Over the past few years, only a select few bowlers have managed to turn this dream-like start into reality.

As of the 2026 IPL season, 17 bowlers have joined this exclusive club. Let us take a look at those memorable moments that left fans spellbound and captivated their undivided attention.

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad handed the ball to 27-year-old Gurjapneet Singh during the seventh over of the Delhi Capitals' innings. On the very first delivery of his IPL career, he dismissed Axar Patel, who was caught by Sarfaraz Khan. Sarfaraz Khan took a spectacular diving catch at backward point, after which he ran a considerable distance with the ball still firmly in his hand. That moment sparked a scene of wild celebration within the CSK camp. With this feat, Gurjapneet Singh became the 17th player in the history of the IPL to claim a wicket on the very first ball of his career.