ODI Record: Which bowler of the Indian team has made the record of taking the most wickets in the ODI series, see the list of top 5.

ODI Record: The Indian cricket team has always been known for its batting, but with time the bowlers of Team India have also shown their mettle. There was a time when Indian bowlers were seen struggling on foreign soil, but now Indian pacers and spinners have the ability to turn the match in every situation. Let us look at those Indian bowlers who have created history by taking the most wickets in an ODI series.

Mohammed Shami – 24 wickets (World Cup 2023, India)

Mohammed Shami had done wonders in the 2023 ODI World Cup. He took 24 wickets in just 7 matches and played a big role in taking Team India to the finals. His best performance was 57 runs for 7 wickets. Shami’s average (10.70) and strike rate (12.2) both remained unmatched in this tournament.

Zaheer Khan – 21 wickets (World Cup 2011)

India’s 2011 World Cup hero Zaheer Khan took 21 wickets in 9 matches in that tournament. He showed excellent control with the new and old ball. His bowling played an important role in India winning the World Cup after 28 years. His best figure was 3/20 and his economy rate was only 4.83.

Jasprit Bumrah – 20 wickets (World Cup 2023, India)

In the 2023 World Cup itself, Jasprit Bumrah troubled the batsmen with his precise line-length and discipline. He took 20 wickets in 11 matches and during this his average was 18.65. Bumrah’s economy rate (4.06) was one of the most economical bowlers of the tournament.

Kapil Dev – 20 wickets (Australia, 1985/86)

Team India’s first World Cup winning captain Kapil Dev bowled brilliantly in the 1985/86 Benson & Hedges World Series and took 20 wickets in 12 matches. At that time his fast and bouncy bowling had troubled the foreign batsmen. During this period his average was 19.55 and economy rate was 3.46.

Javagal Srinath – 18 wickets (New Zealand tour 2002/03)

In 2003, Javagal Srinath bowled brilliantly on the fast and cold pitches of New Zealand. He had taken 18 wickets in 7 matches. During this period his average was 11.16 and economy rate was 3.03, which was extraordinary in that period.