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In the ICC World Cup history, we have witnessed some of the most memorable performances by bowlers. Some bowlers registered their names in history books. In this article we will see top 10 bowlers with the most wickets in World Cup history.
Most Wickets in World Cup history
List of top 10 bowlers with the most wickets in World Cup history given below.
10. Imran Tahir | Most Wickets in World Cup
Former South Africa’s spin bowler Imran Tahir comes at No.10 position. He played for South Africa in 22 World Cup matches during 2011-2019. He took 40 wickets at the cost of 847 runs. His best figures in the ICC World Cup are 5/45.
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9. Javagal Shrinath | Most Wickets in World Cup
Former Indian bowler Javagal Shrinath played for India in 34 World Cup matches during 1992-2003. He took 44 wickets at the cost of 1224 runs. His best figures in ICC World Cup are 4/30.
8. Trent Bolt | Most Wickets in World Cup
New Zealand Trent Bolt comes at No.8 position. He played for New Zealand in 23 World Cup matches during 2015-2023. He took 44 wickets in the ICC World cup matches. His best figures in the ICC World Cup are 5/27.
7. Zaheer Khan | Most Wickets in World Cup
No.7th position on the list is secured by former Indian left arm fast bowler Zaheer Khan. He played for India in 23 World Cup matches during 2003-2011. He took 44 wickets at the cost of 890 runs. His best figures in the ICC World Cup are 4/42.
6. Chaminda Vaas | Most Wickets in World Cup
6th position on the list is secured by former Sri Lankan bowler Chaminda Vaas. He played for Sri Lanka in 31 World Cup matches during 1996-2007. He took 49 wickets at the cost of 140 runs. His best figures in the ICC World Cup are 6/25.
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5. Mitchell Starc | Most Wickets in World Cup
Number 5th position on the list is secured by Australian bowler Mitchell Starc. He is the only active player who made it to the top 5. So far he has played for Australia in only 21 World Cup matches and took 54 wickets. His best figures in the ICC World Cup are 6/28.
4. Wasim Akram | Most Wickets in World Cup
No.4 position on the list is secured by former Pakistani bowler Wasim Akram. He played for Pakistan in 38 World Cup matches during 1987-2003. He took 55 wickets at the cost of 1311 Runs. His best figures in the ICC World Cup are 5/28.
3. Lasith Malinga | Most Wickets in World Cup
Third on the list is Sri Lankan legend Lasith Malinga. He played for Sri Lanka in 29 World Cup matches during 2007-2019. He took 56 wickets at the cost of 1281 runs. His best figures in the ICC World Cup are 6/38.
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2. Muthiah Muralidaran | Most Wickets in World Cup
The second position on the list is secured by Sri Lankan legend Muthiah Muralidaran. He played for Sri Lanka in 40 World Cup matches during 1996-2011. He took 68 wickets at the cost of 1335 runs. His best figures in ICC World Cup are 4/19.
1. Glenn McGrath | Most Wickets in World Cup
Top position on the list is secured by former Australian fast bowler Glenn McGrath. He played for Australia in 39 World Cup matches during 1996-2007. He took most 71 wickets at the cost of 1292 runs. His best figures in the ICC World Cup are 7/15.
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| Rank | Player | Matches | Wickets | Best |
| 1 | Glenn McGrath | 39 | 71 | 7/15 |
| 2 | Muthiah Muralidaran | 40 | 68 | 4/19 |
| 3 | Lasith Malinga | 29 | 56 | 6/38 |
| 4 | Wasim Akram | 38 | 55 | 5/28 |
| 5 | Mitchell Starc* | 21 | 54 | 6/28 |
| 6 | Chaminda Vaas | 31 | 49 | 6/25 |
| 7 | Zaheer Khan | 23 | 44 | 4/42 |
| 8 | Trent Bolt* | 23 | 44 | 5/27 |
| 9 | Javagal Shrinath | 34 | 44 | 4/30 |
| 10 | Imran Tahir | 22 | 40 | 5/45 |
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. Who has the most wickets in ODI history?
Sri Lankan legend Muthiah Muralidaran has the most 534 wickets in 350 matches in ODI history.
Q. Who took most wickets in 2011 World Cup?
Shahid Afridi took most wickets in 2011 World Cup. He took 21 wickets in 8 matches. Along with him Zaheer Khan also has 21 wickets in 9 matches.
Q. Who took most wickets in 2015 World Cup?
Mitchell Starc took most wickets in 2015 World Cup. He took 22 wickets in 8 matches. Trent Bolt also took 22 wickets in 9 matches.
Q. Who was the highest wicket taker in the World Cup 2007?
Glenn McGrath took most wickets in 2007 World Cup. He took 26 wickets in 11 matches.