In the fast-paced world of the IPL, where fortunes swing in a matter of deliveries and games are decided by the smallest of margins, a hat-trick is the ultimate momentum shifter. It’s the kind of cricketing drama that can turn a packed stadium into a frenzy or stun a dugout into silence. One ball might raise eyebrows.
Over the years, we’ve seen hat-tricks bring teams back from hopeless situations, dismantle power-packed batting orders, and sometimes even rewrite the outcome of a match that seemed long decided. A bowler becomes the hero, a captain’s gamble pays off, and the match narrative is flipped on its head — all within the space of six magical deliveries.
So, let’s rewind to those adrenaline-fueled moments when the stumps went flying, the batters were left clueless, and the entire script of the match changed in a flash. Here are the top 5 hat-tricks in IPL history that completely flipped the match, moments where one over redefined everything.
5. Andrew Tye vs Rising Pune Supergiant (2017)
Match: Gujarat Lions vs Rising Pune Supergiant
Venue: Rajkot
Context: Pune had Smith, Tripathi, and Stokes in form
Victims: Ankit Sharma, Manoj Tiwary, Shardul Thakur
On debut, Andrew Tye stunned everyone with a five-wicket haul that included a hat-trick. His spell demolished the lower order and restricted a dangerous Pune lineup, setting up a comfortable win for the Gujarat Lions.
4. Samuel Badree vs Mumbai Indians (2017)
Match: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Mumbai Indians
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Context: Mumbai was chasing 143 and stuttered early
Victims: Parthiv Patel, Mitchell McClenaghan, and Rohit Sharma
Badree’s hat-trick left MI reeling at 7/4. Yet, in an ironic twist, RCB’s poor batting effort earlier meant MI still clawed back thanks to Pollard and Krunal. But the hat-trick itself remains one of the most jaw-dropping moments ever seen in the powerplay.
3. Amit Mishra vs Deccan Chargers (2008)
Match: Delhi Daredevils vs Deccan Chargers
Venue: Delhi
Context: Chargers were looking to chase down 195 and had the firepower
Victims: Ravi Teja, Pragyan Ojha, and RP Singh
Mishra’s hat-trick in the final over ended all hopes of a Deccan comeback. What made this special was that it came under pressure with the match still alive, firmly slamming the door shut on the opposition.
2. Yuvraj Singh vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (2009)
Match: Kings XI Punjab vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
Venue: Kingsmead, Durban
Context: RCB had built a strong platform at 97/2
Victims: Robin Uthappa, Jacques Kallis, and Mark Boucher
Yuvraj’s spin struck a deadly blow in the middle overs, turning the tide instantly. Though Punjab eventually lost, the hat-trick brought them back from the brink and nearly turned the game in their favour. Yuvraj had two hat-tricks in the same season—an IPL rarity.
1. Rohit Sharma vs Mumbai Indians (2009)
Match: Deccan Chargers vs Mumbai Indians
Venue: Centurion
Context: Mumbai was cruising at 100/4 chasing 146
Victims: Abhishek Nayar, Harbhajan Singh, and JP Duminy
Rohit, primarily known for his batting, was tossed the ball in desperation. His hat-trick derailed Mumbai’s chase completely, and Deccan secured a win that seemed unlikely minutes before. The Chargers rode this momentum to the title that season.
Quick Look
| Player | Season | Against | Hat-trick Victims | Match Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 2009 | Mumbai Indians | Abhishek Nayar, Harbhajan Singh, JP Duminy | Unexpected spell flipped match; sealed win for Deccan Chargers |
| Yuvraj Singh | 2009 | Royal Challengers | Uthappa, Kallis, Boucher | Back-to-back hat-trick, reignited Punjab’s hopes |
| Amit Mishra | 2008 | Deccan Chargers | Ravi Teja, Ojha, RP Singh | Final-over magic; sealed the game for Delhi |
| Samuel Badree | 2017 | Mumbai Indians | Parthiv, McClenaghan, Rohit Sharma | Hat-trick in powerplay; nearly pulled off a heist |
| Andrew Tye | 2017 | Rising Pune Supergiant | Ankit Sharma, Tiwary, Shardul Thakur | Final-over magic sealed the game for Delhi |
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