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Captains With Most Wickets Against India In Test History

Poulomi Chakraborty∙ Updated: Jan 5 2025, 7:39 AM

Pat Cummins In Tests (Source: AP Photos))Pat Cummins In Tests (Source: AP Photos))

Another edition of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy is on the way to its conclusion. After five thrilling red ball encounters, the cricket world is set to witness the winner. In this incredible series, fans are on a treat to watch some incredible performances. The Aussies thrived in their home condition.

After losing its chances of lifting the prestigious trophy in the previous few editions, Australia was unstoppable in the ongoing series. In every department, they thrived. But captain Pat Cummins became the second captain to secure the most scalps in a Test against India. But some other big names are gracing the list. Let’s explore who dominated the Indian side in the past.

5. Daniel Vettori And Courtney Walsh (21 Wickets)

In world cricket, Daniel Vettori is a legend who showcased excellence while leading the New Zealand side. During his tenure, he proved to be a formidable force with the ball, particularly against India. While leading the side, he secured 21 scalps and became the joint fifth most wicket taker as a captain against India.

Legendary Courtney Walsh is also sharing the position with Vettori. The former West Indies captain was a masterful bowler against India, claiming 21 wickets in Test cricket as skipper.t along with 4 incredible 5-wicket hauls. With that, he is the fifth joint captain to secure the most Test scalps against India.

4. Garfield Sobers (26 Wickets)

In the cricket world, the West Indies great Garfield Sobers is a legendary name, especially in the longest format. As captain, he carved out an extraordinary bowling record against India, claiming 26 wickets in Test cricket. With two sensational five-wicket hauls to his name, Sobers became the fourth-highest wicket-taker as a captain against India in Test.

3. Richie Benaud (29 Wickets)

Australian bowlers are known for their excellence and Richie Benaud was no exception to that. As captain, Benaud set a remarkable record in the longest format, claiming 29 wickets against India. He showcased his domination with five 5-wicket hauls against the Indian side and became the third-highest wicket-taker against India in the longest format as a skipper.

2. Pat Cummins (32 Wickets)

In the modern-day cricket, Australian captain Pat Cummins is a legendary bowler. In the ongoing Test series against India, Cummins showcased immense domination over the Indian side. After taking 5 wickets across both innings in the latest Test, he has now claimed 32 wickets in the series. This remarkable performance propelled him to achieve another remarkable fate in his career. With that exceptional bowling display, throughout the series, Cummins become the second-highest wicket-taking captain against India.

1. Imran Khan (61 Wickets)

In this prestigious list, the top spot is taken by Pakistan’s World Cup-winning captain Imran Khan. while leading the ‘Men in Green’, the legendary bowlers marked his name with an incredible milestone. In his captaincy, he claimed 61 wickets against India in Test matches, including an impressive six five-wicket hauls. With that exceptional dominance, he sealed his position as the highest wicket-taking captain against Team India in Test.