From Nathan Lyon To Jasprit Bumrah, Top 10 Bowlers With Most Wickets In World Test Championship 2021-23 Cycle - In Pics

Nathan Lyon from Australia tops the list with 192 wickets in 19 matches and 32 innings during the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2021-23 cycle. He bowled a total of 5219 runs in 869.5 overs, with a best bowling figure of 8/64. Lyon had an impressive average of 26.97 and an economy rate of 2.57. He played a crucial role in Australia's success, taking five wickets in an innings on five occasions and ten wickets in a match once.  

Kagiso Rabada of South Africa secured the second spot, claiming 67 wickets in 13 matches and 22 innings. He bowled 2332 runs in 388.4 overs, with a best bowling figure of 6/50. Rabada showcased his skill with an average of 21.05 and an economy rate of 3.63. While he couldn't achieve a ten-wicket haul, Rabada's contribution played a significant role in South Africa's performances.  

Ravichandran Ashwin from India claimed 61 wickets in 13 matches and 26 innings during the WTC 2021-23 cycle. He bowled 2903 runs in 483.5 overs, with a best bowling figure of 6/91. Ashwin displayed exceptional consistency with an average of 19.67 and an economy rate of 2.48. He was instrumental in India's success, picking up five-wicket hauls on five occasions and two ten-wicket hauls.  

James Anderson of England secured the fourth position with 58 wickets in 15 matches and 28 innings. He bowled 3116 runs in 519.2 overs, with a best bowling figure of 5/60. Anderson showcased his mastery with an average of 20.37 and an economy rate of 2.27. His skillful bowling played a crucial role in England's campaign during the championship.  

Ollie Robinson, also from England, claimed 53 wickets in 13 matches and 25 innings. He bowled 2448 runs in 408.0 overs, with a best bowling figure of 7/81. Robinson displayed great potential with an average of 20.75 and an economy rate of 2.69. Despite playing a limited number of matches, Robinson made a significant impact for England.  

Pat Cummins, another Australian bowler, took 53 wickets in 15 matches and 25 innings during the WTC 2021-23 cycle. He bowled 2512 runs in 418.4 overs, with a best bowling figure of 8/79. Cummins maintained an average of 21.22 and an economy rate of 2.68. His consistent performances played a crucial role in Australia's success.  

Mitchell Starc, also representing Australia, claimed 51 wickets in 16 matches and 30 innings. He bowled 2732 runs in 455.2 overs, with a best bowling figure of 6/80. Starc had an average of 27.27 and an economy rate of 3.05. Although he couldn't achieve a ten-wicket haul, Starc's contributions were vital for Australia.  

Tim Southee from New Zealand secured the eighth spot with 50 wickets in 13 matches and 26 innings.  

Jack Leach, representing England, claimed 48 wickets in 16 matches and 25 innings during the WTC 2021-2022 cycle. He bowled 3822 runs in 637.0 overs, with a best bowling figure of 10/166. Leach had an average of 39.77 and an economy rate of 2.99. He played a crucial role in England's bowling attack and contributed to their success.  

Jasprit Bumrah from India took 45 wickets in 10 matches and 19 innings during the WTC 2021-2022 cycle. He bowled 1973 runs in 328.5 overs, with a best bowling figure of 9/110. Bumrah showcased his skill with an impressive average of 19.73 and an economy rate of 2.70. Despite playing fewer matches, Bumrah made a significant impact with his bowling prowess.