Written By: Jeet Banerjee | Updated: Jun 25, 2025, 11:16 AM
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In this collection of pictures, we will explore the list of players who grabbed most catches in Test cricket.
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Former England captain Joe Root has taken 210 catches in 293 innings, all of which has established him as one of the most dependable slip-fielders in England. Being always present with his sharp reflexes and constant consistencies, Root is an essential part of the cordon.
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Rahul Dravid the rock-solid batter was unshakable as well in the slip cordon. He received 210 catches in 301 innings, demonstrating great concentration and a couple of the safest hands, and he is one of the safest Test catching cricketers of all time.
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Mahela Jayawardene was a key member of the slip cordon in the Sri Lankan team as he could anticipate very well and had reliable hands. He grabbed 205 catches in 270 innings.
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Steve Smith is a very prominent figure in the Australia slip cordon with his quick reflexes and safe hands. There have also been few, perhaps no better moments than when he took half-chances and made breakthroughs. He took 200 catches in 223 innings, supporting the industrial batting with magnificent fielding.
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As a complete player, Jacques Kallis played an important role as a batter, a bowler and a fielder for South Africa. He was also an brilliant all-rounder as he was a reliable slip fielder making 200 catches in 315 innings.
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