Australia will play a two-match ODI series against Sri Lanka. The series will start on 12th February, and it will be an important series because the Champions Trophy will start on 19th February, and Australia is participating in the tournament. In this article, we will tell you the top 5 highest wicket-takers in Sri Lanka Vs Australia ODIs.
#5 Glenn McGrath
One of the best fast bowlers to ever play the game, Glenn McGrath, is at No.5 on our list. In 25 ODI matches against Sri Lanka, he took 36 wickets at an average and economy of 25.05 and 4.13.
#4 Brett Lee
At No.4, we again have a very legendary fast bowler of his time, Brett Lee, who took 38 wickets in 29 ODI matches he played against Sri Lanka. His average and economy against Sri Lanka were 32.60 and 5.10.
#3 Chaminda Vaas
Former Sri Lankan left-arm fast bowler Chaminda Vaas is at No.3 on our list. In 40 ODI matches against Australia, he took 47 wickets at an average and economy of 35.65 and 4.80, respectively.
#2 Muttiah Muralitharan
One of the best spinners to ever play the game, Muttiah Muralitharan, is at No.2 on our list. He took 48 wickets in 37 ODI matches he played against Australia. His average and economy against Australia were 31.85 and 4.47.
#1 Lasith Malinga
At No.1, we have the one and only white-ball specialist, Lasith Malinga, who took 48 wickets in only 28 ODI matches he played against Australia. His average and economy against Australia were 25.41 and 5.01.