Top 5 Players with Most Wickets in ICC Champions Trophy

The ICC Champions Trophy is popularly known as the “Mini World Cup.” During this tournament, some of the best bowling in the history of the game was seen. It has been very much a case of bowlers deciding the fates of the games played in the tournament. This article looks into the top wicket-takers in the ICC Champions Trophy ever.

Kyle Mills (New Zealand): 28 Wickets

• Matches: 15
• Average: 17.25
• Economy Rate: 4.29
• Best Bowling: 4/30
• Wickets: 28

Kyle Mills holds the record for taking the most wickets in the ICC Champions Trophy. He was known for his consistent line and length and collected 28 wickets from 15 matches that had an average of 17.25 runs.

Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka): 25 Wickets

• Matches: 16
• Average: 30.64
• Economy Rate: 5.31
• Best Bowling: 4/34
• Wickets: 25

The slinging action of Lasith Malinga made him a nightmare for batsmen. His ability to deliver lethal yorkers at the death earned him 25 wickets in 16 matches.

Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka): 24 Wickets

• Matches: 17
• Average: 20.16
• Economy Rate: 3.60
• Best Bowling: 4/15
• Wickets: 24

The spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan proved to be a tough challenge for batsmen with his guile and variations. With 24 wickets in 17 matches, he showcased his class in this multi-nation tournament.

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Brett Lee (Australia): 22 Wickets

• Matches: 16
• Average: 26.86
• Economy Rate: 4.79
• Best Bowling: 3/38
• Wickets: 22

The fiery pace of Brett Lee wreaked havoc among batsmen. With 22 wickets, he was instrumental in Australia’s successful campaigns.

Glenn McGrath (Australia): 21 Wickets

• Matches: 12
• Average: 19.61
• Economy Rate: 4.03
• Best Bowling: 5/37
• Wickets: 21

Glenn McGrath’s impeccable accuracy and discipline were second to none. His best figures of 5/37 underline his match-winning ability.

James Anderson (England): 21 Wickets

Matches: 12

Average: 21.76

Economy Rate: 4.50

Best Bowling: 3/20

Wickets: 21

James Anderson, England’s premier swing bowler, showcased his skill in the ICC Champions Trophy with 21 wickets. His economy rate of 4.50 demonstrates his ability to maintain pressure on batsmen.

Some of the incredible bowling performances came during the years of the ICC Champions Trophy. These bowlers not only had their names engraved in the record books but also made a mark for themselves in the history of the tournament. This ability to deliver under pressure while adapting to changing conditions made them irreplaceable members of their respective teams.