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Tests achieved by every Sri Lankan bowler having 50 or more wickets in Test cricket

Identify the primary wicket-takers among Sri Lankan cricketers in Test matches.

Tests achieved by every Sri Lankan bowler having 50 or more wickets in Test cricket

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Ever wondered who the top Sri Lankan bowlers are in Test cricket? Well, here's a fun challenge for you!

Back in 1982, when Sri Lanka made its entry into the world of Test cricket, little did we know that some incredible bowling talents were about to emerge. Over the years, Sri Lanka has produced three bowlers who have surpassed 350 Test wickets, and one of them possesses a staggering 800 Test wickets that might just be unbeatable in the near future.

Fancy yourself a cricket buff? Try naming these 27 Sri Lankan bowlers who have taken 50 Test wickets. That's right! 27 of them! But don't worry; you've got five minutes to crack it.

Think you're up for it? Here's a taste of what to expect: Muttiah Muralitharan, the uncontested leader, with an astonishing 800 Test wickets; Rangana Herath, following closely behind with 433 wickets; and Chaminda Vaas, who has snared 355 wickets so far.

Oh, and let's not forget about our fast-bowling legend, Lasith Malinga, with 101 wickets under his belt, and Suranga Lakmal, who has consistently contributed with 171 Test wickets.

But that's just the tip of the iceberg! There are still plenty of other talented bowlers who have made their mark on Sri Lanka's Test bowling attack. Although their names and exact wicket counts aren't explicitly given, they have significantly contributed to Sri Lanka's Test bowling success.

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Did you know?

  • Muttiah Muralitharan currently holds the record for the highest number of Test wickets by a Sri Lankan bowler, with an unmatched tally of 800 wickets.
  • Rangana Herath is the second-highest wicket-taker among Sri Lankan bowlers, having bagged 433 Test wickets.
  • Chaminda Vaas comes in third, with 355 Test wickets to his name.
  • Lasith Malinga and Suranga Lakmal are among the Sri Lankan bowlers who have taken more than 50 Test wickets.
  • A complete list of all 27 Sri Lankan bowlers with 50 or more Test wickets can be found by consulting an authoritative cricket statistics database, such as ESPNcricinfo's player records by Sri Lanka Test wickets.

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Identify the foremost wicket-takers amongst Sri Lankan cricketers in Test matches.
Identify the top wicket-takers among Sri Lankan cricketers in Test matches.
Identify the top wicket-takers among Sri Lankan cricketers in Test matches.

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