Top 5 most wicket-taking bowlers of Champions Trophy history

Feb 13, 2025 Siddhartha Jana

Kyle Mills – 28 Wickets

The highest wicket-taker in Champions Trophy history, Mills took 28 wickets in 17 matches. His best performance was 4/30 against England in 2013. Source: X

Lasith Malinga – 25 Wickets

Malinga claimed 25 wickets in 16 matches with an economy of 5.31. His best performance was 4/34 against New Zealand in the 2013 edition. Source: Express archive

Muttiah Muralitharan – 24 Wickets

The Sri Lankan spin legend took 24 wickets in 15 innings with an economy of 3.60. His best bowling figure was 4/15 against the Netherlands in 2002. Source: Express archive

Brett Lee – 22 Wickets

The Australian speedster claimed 22 wickets in 16 matches. His best performance was 3/38 against New Zealand in the 2002 edition of the tournament. Source: Express archive

Glenn McGrath – 21 Wickets

McGrath, known for his lethal pace and accuracy, took 21 wickets in 12 matches. His best performance was 5/37 against New Zealand in the 2002 Champions Trophy. Source: Express archive

Champions Trophy's bowling impact

These bowlers dominated the Champions Trophy with their skills, contributing significantly to their teams' success in the prestigious ICC event. Source: X

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