In 2024, the Indian bowler with the most wickets in Test cricket was Jasprit Bumrah, who took a remarkable 71 wickets in 13 matches. His performance established him as the leading wicket-taker not only for India but also in the global context of Test cricket for the year.
The other top wicket-takers for India in Tests were:
- Jasprit Bumrah: In 2024, Jasprit Bumrah emerged as the leading wicket-taker for India in Test cricket, claiming 71 wickets in 13 matches. His remarkable performance included an impressive best bowling figure of 6/45 and an average of 14.92, highlighting his effectiveness as a premier fast bowler.
- Ravindra Jadeja: Ravindra Jadeja finished the year 2024 as the second-highest-wicket-taker for India in Test cricket, claiming 48 wickets in 12 matches. His performance included an impressive average of 24.29, with three five-wicket hauls and a best innings figure of 5/44.
- Ravichandran Ashwin: Ashwin claimed 47 wickets making him the third-highest wicket-taker for India in that format for the year, following Jasprit Bumrah (71 wickets) and Ravindra Jadeja (48 wickets). His bowling average for the year was 27.25, indicating consistent effectiveness.
- Mohammed Siraj: Mohammed Siraj has emerged as a significant player in India’s Test cricket landscape, particularly in 2024, where he finished as the fourth-highest-wicket-taker for India. His performance throughout the year showcased both promise and inconsistency. Siraj claimed 35 wickets in 13 matches, averaging 30.82 with an economy rate of 3.76 He also recorded one five-wicket haul during the year.
- Kuldeep Yadav: He rank as the fifth-highest-wicket-taker, showcasing his impact in the format. Kuldeep claimed total 22 wickets in 5 matches, averaging 23.1 with best bowling figure of 5/72. Kuldeep claimed 18 wickets across the series against England, demonstrating his effectiveness as a spinner.
| Player | Matches | Wickets | Average | Economy |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 13 | 71 | 14.92 | 2.96 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 12 | 48 | 24.29 | 3.32 |
| Ravichandran Ashiwn | 11 | 47 | 27.25 | 3.80 |
| Mohammad Siraj | 13 | 35 | 30.82 | 3.76 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | 5 | 22 | 23.09 | 3.74 |
These performances highlighted a challenging year for Indian Test cricket, which included a notable home series loss against New Zealand.
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