Top 10 Wicket-Takers in India vs Australia ODIs: India vs Australia ODIs have been dominated by some of the greatest bowlers in cricket history. From express pace to crafty spin, these bowlers have delivered match-winning performances in this legendary rivalry. Here’s a look at the top 10 wicket-takers in India vs Australia ODIs.
1. Brett Lee (Australia) – 55 Wickets
Span: 2000-2012 | Matches: 32 | Best Figures: 5/27 | Average: 21.00 | Economy: 4.49
Brett Lee’s raw pace and aggression made him a nightmare for Indian batters. His fiery 5/27 in Adelaide (2000) remains one of the most destructive spells against India.
2. Kapil Dev (India) – 45 Wickets
Span: 1980-1994 | Matches: 41 | Best Figures: 5/43 | Average: 27.68 | Economy: 3.67
Kapil Dev was India’s go-to bowler against Australia, using his swing and seam movement to trouble their batters. His 5/43 in 1983 played a key role in India’s dominance during that era.
3. Mitchell Johnson (Australia) – 43 Wickets
Span: 2006-2015 | Matches: 27 | Best Figures: 5/26 | Average: 26.06 | Economy: 5.08
Johnson’s lethal short-pitched bowling and express pace made him a key weapon against India. His 5/26 in Sydney (2012) was a prime example of his ability to dismantle the opposition.
4. Steve Waugh (Australia) – 43 Wickets
Span: 1986-2001 | Matches: 53 | Best Figures: 4/40 | Average: 29.46 | Economy: 4.92
Before becoming a legendary captain, Waugh was a genuine all-rounder. His medium pace deliveries and tactical variations made him a reliable wicket-taker against India.
5. Mohammed Shami (India) – 39 Wickets
Span: 2013-2023 | Matches: 25 | Best Figures: 5/51 | Average: 32.00 | Economy: 6.06
Shami’s ability to swing the ball at pace and strike early in the innings makes him India’s most dangerous fast bowler. His 5/51 in the 2023 World Cup semi-final against Australia was a memorable performance.
6. Ravindra Jadeja (India) – 37 Wickets
Span: 2009-2023 | Matches: 44 | Best Figures: 3/28 | Average: 53.64 | Economy: 5.24
Jadeja’s left-arm spin has been a key factor in India’s ODI success against Australia. His tight lines and sharp turn have often tied down the Aussie batters in middle overs.
7. Ajit Agarkar (India) – 36 Wickets
Span: 1998-2006 | Matches: 21 | Best Figures: 6/42 | Average: 28.41 | Economy: 5.84
Agarkar was a strike bowler for India, using his skiddy pace and variations to unsettle Australia’s batting lineup. His 6/42 in Melbourne (2004) remains one of the best ODI spells against Australia.
8. Adam Zampa (Australia) – 35 Wickets
Span: 2017-2023 | Matches: 23 | Best Figures: 4/45 | Average: 33.51 | Economy: 5.61
Zampa’s leg-spin has been a major threat to Indian batters, especially in ICC tournaments. His ability to break partnerships in the middle overs makes him one of Australia’s key bowlers.
9. Glenn McGrath (Australia) – 34 Wickets
Span: 1994-2006 | Matches: 25 | Best Figures: 4/8 | Average: 26.76 | Economy: 4.41
McGrath’s accuracy and control made him a nightmare for Indian batters. His spell of 4/8 in Nairobi (2000 Champions Trophy final) crushed India’s batting lineup and helped Australia lift the trophy.
10. Javagal Srinath (India) – 33 Wickets
Span: 1991-2003 | Matches: 29 | Best Figures: 4/30 | Average: 36.78 | Economy: 4.89
Srinath was India’s pace spearhead in the 1990s and early 2000s, consistently troubling Australian openers with bounce and seam movement.
Final Thoughts
The India vs Australia rivalry has been shaped by some of the best bowlers in the history of cricket. Brett Lee, Kapil Dev, and Mitchell Johnson dominated with pace, while Zampa and Jadeja have spun their way into the record books.
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