Best Bowler in T20 World Cup History
Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan secures the top position as the ICC Best Bowler in T20 World Cup history, with the most wickets taken in T20 WC History. But who else is part of this elite group of top wicket-takers in the T20 World Cup?
The 9th edition of the T20 World Cup will start on June 1, 2024, and will be held in the West Indies and the USA. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is known for its fast-paced, action-packed format. The tournament has witnessed numerous tight finishes and bowlers showcasing their skills to take down batters. So, who are the bowlers with the most wickets in T20 World Cup history?
From Shahid Afridi to Lasith Malinga, explore the legends who have dominated the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup with their wicket-taking prowess. Read on to find out more about the best bowlers in T20 World Cup history and their incredible achievements.
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Bowlers With Most Wickets in T20 World Cup
Check the below list of bowler who have Taken Most Wickets in the T20 World Cup.
| Player | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Average | Strike Rate | BBF | 5-wickets |
| Shakib Al Hasan ( BAN) | 31 | 30 | 41 | 17.29 | 16.1 | 4/9 | – |
| Shahid Afridi (PAK) | 34 | 34 | 39 | 23.25 | 20.7 | 4/11 | – |
| Lasith Malinga (SL) | 31 | 31 | 38 | 20.07 | 16.2 | 5/31 | 1 |
| Saeed Ajmal (PAK) | 23 | 23 | 36 | 16.86 | 14.8 | 4/19 | – |
| Ajantha Mendis (SL) | 21 | 21 | 35 | 15.02 | 13.4 | 6/8 | 1 |
| Umar Gul (Pak) | 24 | 24 | 35 | 17.25 | 14.1 | 5/6 | 1 |
| Dale Steyn (SA) | 23 | 23 | 30 | 19.30 | 16.6 | 4/17 | – |
| Stuart Broad (ENG) | 26 | 25 | 30 | 22.36 | 17.3 | 3/17 | – |
| Dwayne Bravo (WI) | 34 | 27 | 27 | 28.96 | 19.7 | 4/38 | – |
| Ravi Ashwin (IND) | 18 | 18 | 26 | 15.26 | 15.2 | 4/11 | – |
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