In Test cricket, bowlers play a crucial role as it is important to take all 20 wickets of the opponent to win the match. Throughout the years, there have been different bowlers who have ruled Test cricket with their abilities to trick batters to take risks and change the momentum of the game.
With their wicket-taking abilities, some bowlers have taken a tally of wickets throughout their careers in Test cricket. In the following listicle, we will have a look at the top 10 bowlers to take the most wickets in Test cricket.
Most Wickets in Test Cricket
10. Dale Steyn - 439 Wickets
Former South African pacer Dale Steyn was one of the most dangerous bowlers to face during his prime. Having sustained the number one Test bowler ranking for six consecutive years, Steyn is the highest wicket-taker for the Proteas in Tests with 439 scalps in 93 matches in his 15-long Test career from 2004 to 2019.