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A strong fielding performance could make all the difference in deciding whether your team will win or lose in IPL. While fans will cheer for exciting catches made by athletes, dropping catches is part of the game of cricket – especially when it comes to a competitive league such as the IPL. Interestingly, many of the best cricketers that play in the competition have also made the list of players who drop the most catches in the sport.

 

None of this affects the careers of these talented athletes. However, it only emphasizes how difficult and competitive the competition is for these players. Whether it was the older generation or the newer one, all of these athletes have had rare instances despite being exceptional at fielding. Here are the top five players who have dropped the most catches in IPL history.

 

Top 5 Players with Most Dropped Catches in IPL History

 

1. Virat Kohli – 15 Dropped Catches

 

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Coming first on this list of IPL players who miss catching chances often is none other than Virat Kohli. Having 15 dropped catches under his belt makes this number quite a surprising one as Kohli has always been known for being one of the most fit cricketers who play in this tournament with immense energy.

 

Playing in the different outfield positions, from close to far, he finds himself in many crucial situations and, due to his aggression, some tricky situations too. Yet he has more than 100 catches under his name in the IPL.

 

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2. Ravindra Jadeja – 14 Dropped Catches

 

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One of the most excellent fielders to ever grace this era of cricket, Ravindra Jadeja comes second on the list. With 14 dropped catches, his presence on this list seems quite shocking. Known for his quick reflexes and amazing rocket throw, he adds much value to his teams whenever he takes part in matches. All his contributions, however, increase his chances to face catches, which are very rare for him.

 

3. Robin Uthappa – 12 Dropped Catches

 

 

Coming up next is Robin Uthappa, who accounted for 12 dropped catches. Being a former wicketkeeper-batsman, the shift in playing style posed its own set of difficulties. The knowledge gained from playing as a wicketkeeper allowed him to read the game better, but some mistakes in focusing on the action resulted in misses. Robin still proved to be an excellent batsman, and was a great asset for the likes of KKR and CSK.

 

4. Harbhajan Singh – 12 Dropped Catches

 

 

The number of misses is identical for the fourth player listed – Harbhajan Singh, who had 12 dropped catches throughout the course of his career. Since he was mainly involved in bowling, there were many instances where he had to rely on speed, such as taking return catches and playing close fielding. Although he was not necessarily a good fielder, the veteran played a huge role in IPL with his spin bowling skills.

5. Rohit Sharma – 11+ Dropped Catches

 

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Rohit Sharma makes it to this list with around 11 or more missed catches. As a captain of Mumbai Indians, he regularly finds himself playing in key positions such as slip fielder and deep mid-wicket. These positions call for a certain level of accuracy, particularly during night games.

 

Despite differences in specific numbers, inclusion in this list means that even the best leaders sometimes make mistakes when fielding. However, he can easily beat others in terms of tactics and performances at the batting end.

 

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Conclusion

 

Missed chances are a clear indication of the thin line between winning and losing in cricket. Even greats like Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja have faced such instances. Nevertheless, that does not mean that their careers were defined by them; it just adds spice to their careers. It cannot be argued that the intensity of the Indian Premier League requires players to have a good fielding record in order to make it to the final stages of the tournament.