Leg spin is still such a treasured marvel of cricket for many enthusiasts around the world, and several bowlers have taken stand in excel to showcase their strength through expertise to change the game.
The Indian prime leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has gotten the record for most wickets in IPL history, also India’s highest wicket-taker in T20Is – 96 wickets. His impressive performances make him a precious asset at home and abroad.
The talented Sri Lankan limited-overs player Wanindu Hasaranga has made himself a name, especially known for his sharp googlies and contributions with the bat. He led the Jaffna Kings to the title in LPL 2023 as both top scorer and highest wicket-taker.
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Rashid Khan is still the talking point in T20 leagues for Afghanistan. His deceptive leg-spin and lethal googlies have troubled batsmen all over the world, making him one of the most sought-after players in franchise cricket.
Adam Zampa has been a consistent performer in white-ball cricket for Australia. His ability to maintain tight lines and vary his pace makes him a crucial component of Australia’s limited-overs setup.
England’s Adil Rashid continues to be a linchpin in their white-ball teams. With over 200 ODI wickets, his experience and skill have been pivotal in England’s successes, including their World Cup campaigns.
Afghanistan’s Noor Ahmad, at just 19, has showcased immense potential. His performances in various T20 leagues, including the IPL, have highlighted his ability to bowl in challenging conditions with his left-arm wrist spin.
India’s Rahul Chahar has been doing well with his leg-spin, which has been fetching him accolades in domestic cricket and the IPL. He has been able to extract turn and maintain consistency, which has been noticed.
Maheesh Theekshana of Sri Lanka is an off-spinner, but he uses a different bowling style that includes leg-spin variations, making him a versatile and unpredictable bowler in limited-overs cricket.
Pakistan’s Shadab Khan is an integral player in their limited-overs formats. His leg-spin along with batting makes him an asset for the team, especially in T20 cricket.
South Africa’s Tabraiz Shamsi is a consistent wicket-taker in T20 internationals, and he breaks those crucial partnerships often and keeps pressure on the opposing side.
Here’s the list of the top 10 leg-spinners in 2025:
- Yuzvendra Chahal (India)
- Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka)
- Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)
- Adam Zampa (Australia)
- Adil Rashid (England)
- Noor Ahmad (Afghanistan)
- Rahul Chahar (India)
- Maheesh Theekshana (Sri Lanka)
- Shadab Khan (Pakistan)
- Tabraiz Shamsi (South Africa)