Top 10 Bowlers with Most Wickets in Border-Gavaskar Trophy Till 2024

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The Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) has witnessed many intense battles between bat and ball since its inception. Over the years, several bowlers have left their mark on this iconic series with their wicket-taking abilities.

Here’s a look at the top bowlers with the most wickets in the history of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT).

1. Nathan Lyon (Australia) – 116 Wickets

Nathan Lyon tops the list as the most successful bowler in BGT history. The Australian off-spinner has taken 116 wickets in 26 matches at an average of 32.40. Lyon’s ability to extract bounce and turn on Australian pitches has troubled Indian batters time and again. His best bowling figures of 8/50 came during the 2017 series in Bengaluru, where he tore through India’s batting lineup.

2. Ravichandran Ashwin (India) – 114 Wickets

India’s spin maestro Ravichandran Ashwin is second on the list with 114 wickets in 22 matches. Ashwin has been a consistent performer in the BGT, both in India and Australia.
His career-best figures in the series, 7/103, came in the Chennai Test of 2013. Known for his variations and tactical brilliance, Ashwin has been India’s go-to bowler in this fierce rivalry.

3. Anil Kumble (India) – 111 Wickets

Legendary leg-spinner Anil Kumble ranks third with 111 wickets in 20 matches. Known for his precision and relentless accuracy, Kumble was instrumental in India’s BGT campaigns during his career. His best performance came in 2004 when he claimed 8/141 in a single innings in Sydney.

4. Harbhajan Singh (India) – 95 Wickets

Harbhajan Singh, also known as the “Turbanator,” picked up 95 wickets in 18 matches. His most memorable performance came in the 2001 Kolkata Test, where he claimed 8/84, helping India script an unforgettable comeback victory. Harbhajan’s ability to generate sharp turn and bounce made him a nightmare for Australian batters, especially on Indian pitches.

5. Ravindra Jadeja (India) – 85 Wickets

Ravindra Jadeja, India’s all-rounder, has been a crucial part of the team’s success in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In just 16 matches, he has scalped 85 wickets at an impressive average of 18.85, the best among all bowlers in this list.

Jadeja’s best performance, 7/42, came in the 2017 Dharamsala Test. His accuracy and ability to exploit variable bounce make him one of the most effective bowlers in the series.

6. Zaheer Khan (India) – 61 Wickets

Zaheer Khan, India’s left-arm pacer, took 61 wickets in 19 matches. His ability to swing the ball both ways was a constant challenge for Australian batters. His best figures of 5/91 came in the 2008 Mohali Test.

7. Ishant Sharma (India) – 59 Wickets

Ishant Sharma’s 59 wickets in 25 matches underline his role as India’s workhorse in the BGT. His best spell of 4/41 came during the 2014 Adelaide Test. He has been out of action in Test cricket for a long time now.

8. Brett Lee (Australia) – 53 Wickets

Australia veteran Brett Lee secures 8th position in thie elite list. His fiery pace helped him pick up 53 wickets in 12 matches. His best performance of 5/47 came during the 2008 series.

9. Glenn McGrath (Australia) – 51 Wickets

The Australian legend Glenn McGrath claims ninth position in this tally. McGrath’s 51 wickets in 11 matches came at an astonishing average of 18.64, the best among pacers on this list. His best figures of 5/48 came during the 1999 series.

10. Josh Hazlewood (Australia) – 51 Wickets

The Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood is on the 10th spot. The tall pacer has been a consistent performer for Australia, taking 51 wickets in 15 matches. His best figures of 6/67 came during the 2018 series.

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