Anil Kumble is the man with the most wickets in ODI for India. The iconic spinner was awarded the Padma Shri for his contribution to the sport, and his record of taking 337 wickets remains unbeaten. Several others have made a strong impact in the bowling order, but none have come close to the figures posed by Jumbo.
Here are the bowlers with the most wickets in ODI for India.
Top 5 Bowlers With the Most Wickets in ODI for India
Anil Kumble
Leading the chart, Anil Kumble is a legendary leg-spinner who has left an indelible mark in ODIs with 337 wickets from 271 matches at an average of 30.89. Known for his intelligence and tactical prowess, Kumble’s best bowling figures in ODIs are 6/12.
Javagal Srinath
Standing tall at second, Javagal Srinath, a formidable fast bowler, has claimed 315 wickets in 229 matches with an average of 28.08. His ability to swing the ball both ways, coupled with pace, made him a crucial player for India. Srinath’s best ODI figures are 5/23.
Ajit Agarkar
Ajit Agarkar, a fast bowler known for his ability to produce swift deliveries, takes the third spot with 288 wickets in 191 matches, averaging 27.85. Agarkar was often celebrated for his knack for taking early wickets. His best performance in an ODI is 6/42.
Zaheer Khan
Zaheer Khan, a craftsman of the seam and swing, secured 282 wickets in 200 ODIs at an average of 29.43, positioning him fourth. Khan’s expertise in executing yorkers and reverse swings was unparalleled. His best figures in ODIs are 5/42.
Harbhajan Singh
Completing the top five is Harbhajan Singh, an off-spinner with a unique ability to bowl doosras. Harbhajan has taken 269 wickets in 236 matches, with an average of 33.35. His best bowling figures in ODIs are 5/31.
