Most Catches In The Ashes: In the rivalry of the Ashes series, along with batting, bowling, agile fielding also attracts the spectators a lot. In the world’s oldest Test series, fielding has always played a role in changing the course of the match. Now the list of players who have taken the most catches in Ashes history has come out, in which Australian legend Steve Smith is at the top. Let’s see which players are in this list.

Steve Smith – Australia

Smith has taken 61 spectacular catches in 38 Ashes matches played between 2010 and 2025. His catching average in a total of 71 innings is 0.859, which shows that he is not only capable of scoring runs but is also the most reliable player in the slip cordon. Often Smith’s catches turn into big wickets, and this is why the opposition is afraid of the ball going into his field.

Ian Botham- England

England’s legendary all-rounder Ian Botham is at number two. Botham took 54 catches in 32 matches played between 1977 and 1989. His catching average was 0.87, which is even better than Smith. This fielding ability of Botham shows that he was a game changer not only with ball and bat but also in fielding.

Alan Border- Australia

At third position is Allan Border, who took 51 catches in 42 matches. His catching average was 0.645. The borders remained as calm as they were alert. His standing in the slips was always a threat to the opposition batsmen.

Greg Chappell – Australia

Greg Chappell was not only a brilliant batsman, but he also left his mark in Ashes history in fielding. In the Ashes matches played from 1970 to 1983, Chappell took a total of 48 catches in 58 innings of 30 matches. His catches per innings average was 0.827, which shows that he was a big challenge for the opposition batsmen in the slip cordon.

Mark Taylor – Australia

Mark Taylor impressed everyone with his excellent fielding in the Ashes from 1989 to 1999. During this period, he took 46 catches in 65 innings in 33 matches. His catch average per innings was 0.707, which shows his consistent performance ability. His grip on the slip position and ability to read the direction of the ball was excellent.