Getting a 5 wicket haul in a test innings is as special for a bowler as a test hundred for a batsman. 5 wicket hauls form a key highlight of a bowlers success in the longest format of the game.
International cricket has always had the leverage of witnessing some world class Indian bowlers who have picked up stack of wickets all along their career. On top of the list with most five wicket hauls in test cricket for India is the former stalwart spinner, Anil Kumble with 35 five wicket hauls in his career.
Following Anil Kumble is India’s modern day ace spinner Ravi Chandran Ashwin with 26 five wicket hauls and still counting. Ashwin has been India’s Premier Test spinner in recent years and still goest strong. Not far behind Ashwin is Harbhajan Singh who got himself 25 five wicket hauls in test cricket for India.
Kapil Dev: The Only Pacer In Top 5
The former Indian captain and the best all rounder ever to have played for India is the only pacer in the top five. With 22 five wicket hauls is fourth on the list.
Here Are The 5 Leading 5 Wicket Haul Takers For India
1. Anil Kumble: 35 Five Wicket Hauls In Test Cricket
2. Ravichandran Ashwin: 26 five wicket hauls in test cricket
3. Harbhajan Singh: 25 five wicket hauls in test cricket
4. Kapil Dev: 23 five wicket hauls in test cricket
5. Bishen Singh Bedi: 14 five wicket hauls in test cricket.
