The race for the top wicket-takers in Test cricket has been closely fought, with several bowlers delivering outstanding performances. At the forefront of this list is India’s pace spearhead, Jasprit Bumrah, who has taken 66 wickets in 13 games in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle. Bumrah’s average of 14.74 and best figures of 6/45 have helped India in a significant manner, showcasing his ability to dominate across different conditions.
Australia’s Test captain, Pat Cummins, is third with 62 wickets in 15 matches. Cummins’ consistent pace and his ability to extract bounce have made him a formidable force. His best figures of 6/91 highlight his match-winning capabilities.
Mitchell Starc, another Australian pacer, has also been impressive, securing 62 wickets in 14 matches. Starc’s left-arm pace and swing have troubled many batsmen, with his best figures being 6/48.
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Josh Hazlewood, completing Australia’s trio of fast bowlers, has taken 57 wickets in 13 matches. Known for his accuracy and seam movement, Hazlewood’s best figures of 5/31 have been pivotal in Australia’s bowling attack.
Chris Woakes from England is one of the better players, taking 43 wickets in 9 matches so far. With the swing ability both ways and handy contribution with the bat at number eight, he becomes invaluable to England.
Gus Atkinson of England is an emerging talent who has made a good impact with 34 wickets in 6 matches. His best of 7/45 at Lord’s speaks volumes for his potential to be the future star in Test cricket.
Sri Lanka’s Prabath Jayasuriya has been their top wicket-taker with 39 wickets in 8 matches. His left-arm spin has been particularly effective in subcontinental conditions with best figures of 6/42.
Kagiso Rabada is one of South Africa’s key players in the bowling department, having picked 39 wickets in 8 matches. Rabada’s express pace and aggression have helped him achieve best figures of 6/46 and he has been a constant threat to opposition batsmen.
Matt Henry of New Zealand has also been impressive, taking 48 wickets in 9 matches. Henry’s ability to generate movement and maintain pressure has been crucial for the Kiwis, with best figures of 7/67.
- Jasprit Bumrah (India)
- Akshar Patel (India)
- Pat Cummins (Australia)
- Mitchell Starc (Australia)
- Josh Hazlewood (Australia)
- Chris Woakes (England)
- Gus Atkinson (England)
- Prabath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka)
- Kagiso Rabada (South Africa)
- Matt Henry (New Zealand)