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Cricket is one of the most audacious and celebrated sports around the globe, especially in countries that are part of the Commonwealth realm. Test cricket, often acknowledged as the highest standard of cricket, holds many top-notch records by legendary players over more than a century since its inception. One such noteworthy record pertains to the cricketer who has secured the most wickets in test cricket.
A Legend That Needs No Introduction
This remarkable feat was achieved by no other than Muttiah Muralitharan from Sri Lanka. Born on April 17, 1972, Muralitharan boasts a career spanning nearly two decades in international cricket, his playing time divided primarily between tests and ODIs (One Day Internationals).
Muralitharan’s Journey to Glory
Muralitharan represented Sri Lanka in test matches from 1992 to 2010. His journey in this prestigious format began with his debut against Australia at R. Premadasa Stadium on August 28, 1992. By the time Muralitharan decided to hang up his boots in July 2010, he had played an astonishing total of 133 test matches for his country.
Throughout his illustrious career, Muralitharan bowled almost 44 thousand deliveries and took an astounding 800 wickets; thus becoming the highest wicket-taker of all times in test cricket. He claimed these wickets with an excellent average of just over 22 runs each.
Accolades Galore
Muralitharan’s achievement didn’t go unnoticed by leading authorities of Cricket. Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack named him the best Test Bowler ever in a statistical analysis conducted in early 2002.
His performance peaked against England during Sri Lanka’s tour in August-September where he took a whopping 16 wickets in the 2nd test match alone.
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Other Notable Wicket-Takers
While Muralitharan rules the top spot, cricket history is filled with excellent bowlers who have registered remarkable records by their wicket-taking abilities in Test Cricket.
The Australian Maestro: Shane Warne
The second highest Test wicket-taker falls to none other than Australia’s legendary leg spinner, Shane Warne. With a total of 708 wickets from his tenure as a player during 1992-2007, Warne marks an era where he left spectators and opponents awestruck.
Anil Kumble’s Mastery
The list would be incomplete without acknowledging India’s Anil Kumble. The right-arm leg spinner snatched an impressive number of 619 wickets during his career that spanned between 1990-2008. Playing a paramount role in Indian cricket irenaissance, Kumble’s ‘magic deliveries’ still echo in the battlegrounds of cricket.
Rampaging Richard Hadlee
New Zealand stalwart Sir Richard Hadlee played test matches from the mid-70s till the early 90s and managed to take as many as 431 wickets making him one among notable mention within this prestigious list.
In Closing
It must also be appreciated that taking wickets doesn’t merely represent hurling balls at batsmen – it requires strategic cleverness, relentless accuracy, exceptional skill set complemented with physical agility and strength apart from innate instinct for preying upon opponent’s vulnerabilities resulting into secured wickets.
Hence, these legendary players are not solely about numbers they achieved; but reflect upon arduous efforts put forth into creating such monumental records while sustaining game’s standard alongside helping lay stronger foundations for future cricketers. In conclusion, test cricket has been a platform where many greats have demonstrated their prowess and Muttiah Muralitharan stands as the hallmark of this prestigious field.
