Most International wickets of India (Pacers)

India’s cricketing history showcases a remarkable array of pace bowlers who have excelled in international formats. Here’s a detailed look at the current record-holders for the most international wickets among Indian pacers.

Summary Table of Indian Pacers Wickets Records

Leading Indian Pacers by International Wickets

1. Kapil Dev

. Total Wickets: 434 in Tests, and 253 in ODIs

. Total Matches: 131 in Tets, and 225 in ODIs

. Legacy: The captain of India’s World Cup-winning team in 1983 and a pioneer of fast bowling in India.

2. Zaheer Khan

. Total Wickets: 311 in Tests, 269 in ODIs and 17 in T20s

. Total Matches: 92 Tests, 200 ODIs and 17 T20s

. Contribution:  Key player during India’s successful campaigns in the late 2000s and early 2010s.

3. Javagal Srinath

. Total Wickets: 236 in Tests and 315 ODIs

. Total Matches: 67 in Tests and 229 ODIs

. Legacy: Srinath’s legacy remains significant in Indian cricket, particularly as a pioneer for fast bowlers in a country traditionally dominated by spin bowling.

4. Mohammed Shami

. Total Wickets: 229 in Tests, 195 in ODIs, 24 in T20Is

. Total Matches: 60 Tests, 93 ODIs, 50 T20Is

. Style of play: Renowned for his seam movement and pace.

5. Jasprit Bumrah

. Total Wickets: 197 in Tests, 149 in ODIs, 89 in T20Is

. Total Matches: 44 Tests, 96 ODIs, 70 T20Is

. Notable Achievement: Recently surpassed Ishant Sharma to become one of the top wicket-takers for India across formats.

6. Ishant Sharma

. Total Wickets: 311 in Tests, 115 in ODIs, 8 in T20Is

. Total Matches: 105 Tests, 151 ODIs, 56 T20Is

. Career Overview: Known for his ability to swing the ball and his longevity in the format.

 These records highlight the significant contributions of Indian pacers to the team’s success over the years, showcasing their skills across different formats of the game.