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Top 5 left-handed bowlers with the most wickets in international cricket
These left-handed bowlers were incredible for their respective sides throughout their respective careers, and they stepped up whenever their sides were in a dire need for a wicket
Last Updated on - August 14, 2024 9:37 AM IST
1. Wasim Akram (Pakistan) – 916 wickets
The Pakistan pacer is among one of the best bowlers to ever grace the game. There is a reason why Akram was famously nicknamed, ‘Sultan of Swing’. He also mastered the art of reverse-swing and used it very well during matches.
2. Chaminda Vaas (Sri Lanka) – 761 wickets
The Sri Lankan quick is definitely the best pacer to ever play for the Lankan Lions. With a total of 400 wickets in the one-day format and over 300 wickets in the Test format, Vaas dominated against quality batting orders with his incredible bowling.
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3. Daniel Vettori (New Zealand) – 705 wickets
Vettori is easily the best spinner to ever play for the Black Caps. He is also one of the finest spinners to play the game. With over 300 wickets each in both the Test and ODI formats, Vettori was one of New Zealand’s most important players for many years.
4. Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh) – 703 wickets
The Bangladesh all-rounder is undoubtedly among the best all-rounders to ever play the game. He not only captained the Bangladesh side but even carried the whole team on his back on numerous occasions and led them to victory.
5. Mitchell Starc (Australia) – 673 wickets
The Aussie is undoubtedly among the best bowlers of his era. He has performed brilliantly for his team and has stepped up whenever the Australian side requires a wicket. He is definitely going to become a legend of the game in the future.