Top 10 Wicket-Takers in ICC Champions Trophy History: The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan will see the return of one of cricket’s most exciting tournaments. Over the years, some of the finest bowlers have left their mark on the competition, delivering match-winning performances. Here are the Top 10 Wicket-Takers in ICC Champions Trophy History.
1. Kyle Mills (New Zealand) – 28 Wickets
- Matches: 15
- Innings: 15
- Best Bowling: 4/30
- Average: 17.25
- Economy Rate: 4.29
- Strike Rate: 24.10
- 4-wicket hauls: 2
Mills was a consistent performer for New Zealand, using his accuracy and swing to trouble batters.
2. Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka) – 25 Wickets
- Matches: 16
- Innings: 16
- Best Bowling: 4/34
- Average: 30.64
- Economy Rate: 5.31
- Strike Rate: 34.56
- 4-wicket hauls: 2
Malinga’s deadly yorkers and ability to strike at crucial moments made him a standout performer.
3. Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka) – 24 Wickets
- Matches: 17
- Innings: 15
- Best Bowling: 4/15
- Average: 20.16
- Economy Rate: 3.60
- Strike Rate: 33.54
- 4-wicket hauls: 2
Murali’s spin wizardry played a key role in Sri Lanka’s success across multiple editions.
4. Brett Lee (Australia) – 22 Wickets
- Matches: 16
- Innings: 15
- Best Bowling: 3/38
- Average: 26.86
- Economy Rate: 4.79
- Strike Rate: 33.59
Lee’s raw pace and aggression helped Australia dominate opposition lineups.
5. Glenn McGrath (Australia) – 21 Wickets
- Matches: 12
- Innings: 12
- Best Bowling: 5/37
- Average: 19.61
- Economy Rate: 4.03
- Strike Rate: 29.14
- 5-wicket hauls: 1
McGrath’s pinpoint accuracy made him one of the most difficult bowlers to face.
6. James Anderson (England) – 21 Wickets
- Matches: 12
- Innings: 12
- Best Bowling: 3/20
- Average: 21.76
- Economy Rate: 4.50
- Strike Rate: 28.95
Anderson’s ability to swing the ball both ways proved crucial for England in the tournament.
7. Jacques Kallis (South Africa) – 20 Wickets
- Matches: 17
- Innings: 15
- Best Bowling: 5/30
- Average: 26.25
- Economy Rate: 4.92
- Strike Rate: 31.95
- 5-wicket hauls: 1
A true all-rounder, Kallis delivered key spells alongside his batting heroics.
8. Mervyn Dillon (West Indies) – 19 Wickets
- Matches: 7
- Innings: 7
- Best Bowling: 5/29
- Average: 16.68
- Economy Rate: 4.66
- Strike Rate: 21.47
- 5-wicket hauls: 1
Dillon’s ability to extract bounce and seam movement made him a valuable asset.
9. Chaminda Vaas (Sri Lanka) – 18 Wickets
- Matches: 16
- Innings: 16
- Best Bowling: 2/6
- Average: 27.44
- Economy Rate: 3.93
- Strike Rate: 41.88
Vaas’ swing bowling was instrumental in providing early breakthroughs for Sri Lanka.
10. Daniel Vettori (New Zealand) – 18 Wickets
- Matches: 17
- Innings: 17
- Best Bowling: 3/14
- Average: 29.00
- Economy Rate: 3.65
- Strike Rate: 47.55
Vettori’s control and variations made him a key weapon for New Zealand in the middle overs.
These bowlers played a significant role in shaping the history of the ICC Champions Trophy. With the 2025 edition approaching, a new generation of bowlers will look to etch their names into Top 10 Wicket-Takers in ICC Champions Trophy History.
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