Stats: Top 5 bowlers with most wickets in Champions Trophy history

The ninth edition of the Champions Trophy is set to begin on February 19, 2025. Defending champions Pakistan, who won the last edition in 2017, will be the primary hosts. However, due to political tensions, India has refused to play in Pakistan. As a result, a hybrid model was introduced, allowing India to play all their matches in Dubai.

Advertisment

Over the years, the Champions Trophy has seen many bowlers, both pacers and spinners, deliver exceptional performances and turn games with crucial breakthroughs. Even in this upcoming edition, whether matches are held in Pakistan or Dubai, bowlers will play a vital role in guiding their teams to ultimate glory.

At the top of the all-time wicket-takers list is New Zealand’s Kyle Mills, who claimed 28 wickets in 15 innings at an impressive economy rate of 4.29. In the 2009 edition, Mills was the third-highest wicket-taker, with nine wickets in five innings at an average of 22.88.

Sri Lankan pace legend Lasith Malinga is second on the list, with 25 wickets in 16 innings at an economy of 5.31. Malinga was a standout performer in the 2006 edition, taking 11 wickets in six innings at an average of 19.09.

In third place is another Sri Lankan great, Muttiah Muralitharan, with 24 wickets in 15 innings at a remarkable economy rate of 3.60. Muralitharan was the leading wicket-taker in the 2002 edition, claiming 10 wickets in just three innings at an astonishing average of 7.00.

Australian legends Brett Lee and Glenn McGrath complete the top five. Lee took 22 wickets in 15 innings at an economy of 4.79. McGrath, with 21 wickets in 12 innings at an economy of 4.03, holds the fifth spot. In the 2002 edition, McGrath was the second-highest wicket-taker, with eight wickets in three innings at an average of 11.87.

Here is the list of the top 5 bowlers with most wickets in Champions Trophy history

Advertisment

Stay updated with the latest cricket news, match insights, and exclusive updates. Visit Sky247 India today!