The Maharashtra Premier League has been one of the finest domestic franchise cricket leagues in India, with some phenomenal talent being scouted from the league. The tournament involves a lot of the current IPL stars, such as the two-time IPL-winning captain Rajat Patidar and Ruturaj Gaikwad. It also includes some of the young talents from Madhya Pradesh, and this is one of those tournaments where the IPL scouts have their eyes locked in on certain players. With such intense competition from experienced players and upcoming stars, it all boils down to an entertaining clash for the viewers.
The kind of quality involved in the bowling attack of each team is of the highest quality, and there is very little to separate the bowlers. Players like Shivang Kumar have turned out to be a constant player for the Sunrisers Hyderabad, and he has even earned a spot in the national squad. Along with talents like the young spinner, there have been other bowlers who the batters will beware of. Here are the top 5 bowlers to look out for in the Maharashtra Premier League 2026:
5) Kumar Kartikeya Singh - Royal Nimar Eagles
Kumar Kartikeya has been picked by the Royal Nimar Eagles in the MPL 2026 season, and he had an impactful season with the Rewa Jaguars last time out. The young spinner was an integral part of the Mumbai Indians a couple of seasons back, and he is one crafty spinner. In T20S, Kartikeya has picked up 56 wickets from 54 innings at an impressive economy of 7. His ability to contain the flow of runs has been impressive in the shortest format of the game.
4) Mangesh Yadav - Gwalior Cheetahs
The young left-arm seamer was incredibly impressive in the MPL 2025 season, and he was even picked by the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 auction. It raised eyebrows for many of the fans as Dinesh Karthik and his staff made him a top priority in the auction. Mangesh Yadav picked 14 wickets at an impressive average of 12, including three four-wicket hauls. He also has decent ability with the bat and he could contribute a handy amount of runs in the back end of the innings as well.
3) Madhav Tiwari - Ujjain Falcons
Madhav Tiwari made quite the impression in the IPL 2026 season with a Player of the Match performance to start with in his campaign. He picked up 4 wickets and scored 21 runs in his limited appearances of the season,n and the Capitals found a hidden gem. He hasn’t played much T20 cricket, but he has proven to be an interesting young prospect for India. Madhav Tiwari will be hoping to have a good season for the Ujjain Falcons in the MPL 2026.
2) Avesh Khan - Chambal Ghariyals
Avesh Khan has been one of the standout bowlers in T20 cricket, and he has been a consistent pacer. He has immense potential to be a brilliant pacer for India as he can bowl consistently above 140 kmph. He has picked up 171 wickets from 145 innings at an economy of 8, and he will prove to be their strike bowler of the season. Chambal Ghariyals will know that Avesh Khan will be leading their side, and his form will be key to the side’s success.
1)Shivang Kumar - Bundelkhand Bulls
Shivan Kumar had a breakout season for the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 season, and he even earned a national call-up to India’s senior team as well. He was utilised brilliantly by Pat Cummins in the IPL, and he will be hoping to keep up his form for the side. Shivang Kumar has picked 13 wickets from 17 innings at an economy of 9, and he could be a game-changer for the Bulls. Shivang Kumar will be looking to control his leakage of runs and to pick some crucial wickets for his side.
