Bowlers with the most wickets in Asia Cup history, Only two Indians in Top 10, Bumrah not on list, their names are...

Written By: Ankit Kumar | Updated: Aug 17, 2025, 12:30 PM

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The Asia Cup’s top wicket-takers list features only two Indians in the Top 10, while Bumrah is missing. Can you guess which Indian bowlers made it?

Countdown to Asia Cup 2025 — Countdown to Asia Cup 2025

The start of the Asia Cup 2025 is now near. This time the T20 format will be played instead of the ODI in this tournament starting from 9th September. While the batsmen will shower runs, the bowlers are ready to take wickets. In such a situation, let us know about the top 10 bowlers in Asia Cup history, who took the most wickets.

Muttiah Muralitharan – The greatest maestro — Muttiah Muralitharan – The greatest maestro

Sri Lanka's Muttiah Muralitharan is the most successful bowler of the Asia Cup. He took 30 wickets in 24 matches. He also holds the world record for the most wickets in Test cricket with 800 wickets.

Lasith Malinga – Yorker King — Lasith Malinga – Yorker King

Malinga troubled the batsmen a lot with his deadly yorkers and slower balls. He took 29 wickets in just 14 matches and secured the second position.

Ajantha Mendis – Mystery Spinner — Ajantha Mendis – Mystery Spinner

Ajantha Mendis is called the ‘Mystery Spinner’. He took 26 wickets in just 8 matches. Taking so many wickets in so few matches makes him special.

Saeed Ajmal – The Magician of Pakistan — Saeed Ajmal – The Magician of Pakistan

Pakistan’s off-spinner Saeed Ajmal took 25 wickets in 12 matches. His ‘doosra’ ball had dismissed many batsmen in the Asia Cup.

Ravindra Jadeja – India’s dashing all-rounder — Ravindra Jadeja – India’s dashing all-rounder

The Indian team’s star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is at number five in this list. He has taken 25 wickets in 20 matches so far and made India proud.

Chaminda Vaas – The Master of Swing — Chaminda Vaas – The Master of Swing

Sri Lankan legend Chaminda Vaas surprised many batsmen with his swing bowling. He took 23 wickets in 19 matches and made a special place in Asia Cup history.

Irfan Pathan – Team Indias swinger — Irfan Pathan – Team India's swinger

Former Indian fast bowler Irfan Pathan is also a part of this list. He took 22 wickets in 12 matches played from 2004 to 2012 and made his mark.

Sanath Jayasuriya – All-rounder — Sanath Jayasuriya – All-rounder

Apart from batting, Jayasuriya was also strong in bowling. He took 22 wickets in 25 matches of the Asia Cup and showed his all-round ability.

Abdur Razzak – Bangladeshs reliable bowler — Abdur Razzak – Bangladesh's reliable bowler

Abdur Razzak of Bangladesh comes in 9th place. He took 22 wickets in 18 matches and gave his team a crucial lead on many occasions.

Shakib Al Hasan – Symbol of stability — Shakib Al Hasan – Symbol of stability

Shakib Al Hasan of Bangladesh is at number 10. He took 22 wickets in 18 matches. His contribution with both bat and ball has always been invaluable for the team.

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