Yearly Leading Wicket-Takers in Cricket: Winners from 1990 Onward
Alright, let's dive into this humdinger of a quiz, shall we? This time, you've got to name the top wicket-taker in Test cricket for each year since 1990.
Now, don't worry about the nationality of these bowling aces; we've given you the year and the number of wickets they took in their top year. Sadly, we didn't spoon-feed you every detail, so it's a real test of your cricket knowledge!
You get a total of six minutes on the clock, so buckle up and let's see who's got the chops for this challenge.
*All stats are updated until April 30, 2025
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Fun fact: In recent years, Jasprit Bumrah's been making waves as one of the leading Test wicket-takers, though we don't have his exact yearly ranking [bragging rights]₁. Back in the 1990s, Wasim Akram reigned supreme with an impressive number of wickets, while players like James Anderson, Dale Steyn, and Ravichandran Ashwin have grabbed top positions in subsequent decades [history lesson]₂.
As of April 30, 2025, we don't have specific yearly leaderboards for the information you're seeking. However, for a glimpse into current form, check out Chinelle Henry's 12 wickets in the Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier [side note]₃.
To get the lowdown on year-on-year leaders, hit up ICC or ESPNcricinfo's annual Test cricket records. Lacking granular data here means we can't provide a definitive list, but remember the big names from the '90s, '00s, and beyond: Wasim Akram, Curtly Ambrose, Glenn McGrath, Muttiah Muralitharan, Shane Warne, Anil Kumble, James Anderson, Stuart Broad, and Ravichandran Ashwin. Lately, Bumrah, Nathan Lyon, or other up-and-coming pacers have been stealing the show.
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In the quiz, you'll be required to identify the top wicket-taker in Test cricket for each year since 1990, including detailed statistics about their nationality and number of wickets taken. Unfortunately, we haven't provided specific yearly rankings, but top bowlers like Wasim Akram, James Anderson, Dale Steyn, and Ravichandran Ashwin are worth noting. To access more comprehensive cricket news, including wicket charts and updates on contemporary players, visit our website.
