Mohsin Khan Makes IPL History with Record Five-Wicket Haul Against KKR
Mohsin Khan's Historic Performance
In a remarkable display of skill, Mohsin Khan made headlines during the Lucknow Super Giants' (LSG) fifth consecutive loss in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) against Kolkata on April 26 at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. The left-arm fast bowler was instrumental in putting the KKR batsmen under immense pressure, achieving his first five-wicket haul in the IPL with impressive figures of 5/23 over four overs. Notably, he claimed five wickets out of the first six, dismissing Tim Seifert, Ajinkya Rahane, Cameron Green, Rovman Powell, and Anukul Roy.
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Mohsin Khan Emulates Jasprit Bumrah
Mohsin has now become just the second fast bowler in IPL history to secure a five-wicket haul against KKR, following the legendary Jasprit Bumrah. Among spinners, only Yuzvendra Chahal has achieved this milestone. This accomplishment makes Mohsin the first uncapped player to take five wickets against KKR in the tournament's history.
| Player | Type | Figures | Team | Venue | Year |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Pacer | 5/10 | MI | Navi Mumbai | 2022 |
| Mohsin Khan | Pacer | 5/23 | LSG | Lucknow | 2026 |
| Yuzvendra Chahal | Spinner | 5/40 | RR | Mumbai (Brabourne) | 2022 |
Breaking Long-Standing Records
Mohsin Khan Breaks 13-Year-Old Record
His outstanding bowling figures mark the best ever by an Indian left-arm pacer in IPL history, surpassing Jayden Unadkat's record set in 2013. Only Sohail Tanvir (6/14) and James Faulkner (5/16, 5/20) have better figures overall.
Best Bowling Figures By Indian Left-Arm Pacer In IPL History| Player | Bowling Figures | Team | Opponent | Venue | Year |
| Mohsin Khan | 5/23 | LSG | KKR | Lucknow | 2026 |
| Jaydev Unadkat | 5/25 | RCB | DD | Delhi | 2013 |
| Jaydev Unadkat | 5/30 | RPSG | SRH | Hyderabad | 2017 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 5/32 | PBKS | RR | Dubai | 2010 |
| Ashish Nehra | 4/10 | CSK | RCB | Bengaluru | 2015 |
A Unique Achievement
Additionally, Mohsin is the first left-arm pacer to achieve a five-wicket haul against KKR in IPL history. Previously, RP Singh held the best figures (4/22) against the franchise while playing for Deccan Chargers in 2009. Mohsin also surpassed Ravindra Jadeja's record (4/12 for CSK in 2014) and became the first left-arm bowler of any kind to take five wickets against the three-time champions. Notably, no left-arm bowler had reached this milestone for LSG before.