Top Wicket-Takers of 2025: Test, ODI & T20 Cricket Stars

By Harshit - Oct 10, 2025 03:06 PM
Last updated on Oct 10, 2025 03:06 PM

In cricket, the art of taking wickets is the clearest measure of a bowler’s impact. As we approach late 2025, the leaders in wicket-taking differ sharply by format — Test, ODI, and T20 — reflecting how specialization and match conditions influence performance. While there's no official “combined top 5 across all formats” list yet, the names topping each format carry stories of dominance, consistency, and adaptation.

These bowlers have earned their spot through a mix of raw skill, mental toughness, and ability to exploit conditions. In longer formats, stamina and subtle variations are key. In limited overs, precision, change-ups, and death-over bowling matter most. Below, we profile each of the top wicket-takers you listed, across Test, ODI and T20 cricket in 2025.

Most Test Wickets in 2025 (India vs England series as benchmark)

Mohammed Siraj (India)

Mohammed Siraj leads the 2025 Test wicket charts in the prominent India–England series, with 23 wickets across 5 matches. He has leveraged his mastery of length, swing (especially in home conditions), and precise seam movement. His work in the second innings of matches often breaks key partnerships and swings momentum. In 2025 he has also registered a career-best ICC Test ranking, breaking into the top 12 for bowlers.

Josh Tongue (England)

Josh Tongue claimed 19 wickets in 3 Tests during England’s 2025 series vs India, a striking return given fewer matches. His ability to extract bounce and maintain consistency made him a constant threat, especially on seaming English wickets. Tongue also stepped up when home batters grew comfortable, injecting breakthroughs with intelligent adjustments.

Ben Stokes (England)

Though primarily known as an all-rounder, Ben Stokes took 17 wickets in 4 Tests in 2025. His knack for reading match situations, bowling with strategic intent, and mixing attack and containment often disrupted the rhythm of opposition batting. He tends to produce wickets when pressure is mounting, making him more dangerous than raw numbers suggest.

Jasprit Bumrah (India)

Jasprit Bumrah, one of India’s most reliable and high-class white-ball bowlers, also delivered 14 Test wickets in 3 matches during the 2025 series. Even though 3 matches is fewer than some, his striking ability — especially reverse swing, awkward lengths and death-style cutters — still makes him a difficult opponent in longer formats. He balances aggression with discipline.

Akash Deep (India)

Akash Deep rounded out the Test top 5 with 12 wickets in 3 matches. He has shown an emerging talent for consistent accuracy, disciplined lines, and bowling in useful slots (first and second spells). Though younger and less experienced than some of his peers, his performances in 2025 suggest a growing role in India’s Test bowling arsenal.

Most ODI Wickets in 2025

Matt Henry (New Zealand)

Leading the ODI charts, Matt Henry has taken 24 wickets in 9 matches in 2025. His ability to swing the new ball and hold composure in the death overs has made him invaluable for New Zealand. His average and strike rate in these matches have both been impressive, making him one of the most consistent performers this year.

Bernard Scholtz (Namibia)

Bernard Scholtz, representing an associate nation, has made a mark with 22 wickets in 8 ODIs. His left-arm spin and subtle variations have troubled batters, especially in middle overs. His economy and ability to pick up timely wickets have made him a standout in associate-level competition.

Shakeel Ahmed (Oman)

Shakeel Ahmed has matched Scholtz’s tally, with 22 wickets in 8 matches. As a spinner from an emerging cricket nation, he has combined control, deceptive flight, and consistent line-length to build pressure. His performance has been crucial for Oman in tournament settings.

Milind Kumar (USA)

Milind Kumar has claimed 19 wickets in 8 matches. As part of the USA’s bowling unit, he’s managed to consistently threaten opposing lineups, particularly by mixing pace, cutters, and well-timed slower balls. His success underlines how nontraditional cricket nations are producing capable bowlers.

Kyle Klein (Netherlands)

Kyle Klein joined the top five with 19 wickets in 10 ODIs. His contributions come from penetrating spells, often in unfamiliar conditions. His ability to swing the ball and vary length has helped the Netherlands stay competitive in international fixtures.

Most T20 Wickets in 2025 (Across Global Leagues)

Noor Ahmad (Afghanistan)

In 2025’s T20 leagues, Noor Ahmad leads with 71 wickets in 49 innings. He has carved a reputation for being deadly in death overs with cutters, yorkers, and variations in pace. His adaptability across franchise leagues has made him one of the most feared bowlers in T20 cricket today.

Jason Holder (West Indies)

Jason Holder sits just behind Noor with 70 wickets in 50 innings. As a seasoned all-rounder, his bowling continues to evolve: he uses clever changes in length, shoulder height variation, and surprising slower balls to keep batters guessing. His consistency across leagues is an asset.

Hasan Ali (Pakistan)

Hasan Ali has etched his name among the top with 67 wickets in 32 innings. His aggressive, attacking style—especially early in the innings and at the death—helps him punch above average strike rates. His ability to generate bounce and seam movement adds to his wicket-taking threat.

Mohammad Amir (Pakistan)

Mohammad Amir recorded 59 wickets in 43 innings in 2025 T20 leagues. Despite a more limited workload compared to some peers, he continues to make his overs count with swing, precision and control. His experience and craft make him a reliable option in clutch overs.

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