From Muttiah Muralitharan To R Ashwin, Top 10 Bowlers With Most 10-Wicket Haul In Test Cricket - In Pics

Muttiah Muralidaran, the unparalleled spin wizard from Sri Lanka, tops the list with a staggering 22 ten-wicket hauls in his illustrious career spanning from 1992 to 2010. His phenomenal record of 800 Test wickets, combined with an average of 22.72, makes him the leading wicket-taker in Test cricket history.  

Shane Warne, the Australian maestro of leg spin, occupies the second position on this prestigious list. His 10-wicket hauls tally stands at 10, achieved during his career from 1992 to 2007. Warne's mesmerizing variations and remarkable control made him a true master of his craft.  

Sir Richard Hadlee, New Zealand's finest fast bowler, displayed his dominance by claiming nine 10-wicket hauls throughout his career, which spanned from 1973 to 1990. Known for his immaculate line and length, Hadlee's remarkable feat of 431 Test wickets places him among the all-time greats.  

Rangana Herath, the left-arm spin maestro from Sri Lanka, etched his name in Test cricket history with nine 10-wicket hauls. From 1999 to 2018, Herath bamboozled batsmen with his guile and accuracy, claiming 433 wickets at an average of 28.07.  

Ravichandran Ashwin, the modern-day spin stalwart from India, showcases his brilliance with eight 10-wicket hauls in Test cricket. Since his debut in 2011, Ashwin has consistently troubled batsmen with his crafty variations and astute game awareness.  

Anil Kumble, India's legendary leg-spinner, claimed eight 10-wicket hauls during his remarkable career spanning from 1990 to 2008. Known for his unwavering accuracy and deceptive googly, Kumble's 619 Test wickets firmly establish him as one of the greats of the game.  

Sydney Francis Barnes, an English fast bowler from the early 20th century, displayed exceptional skills to claim seven 10-wicket hauls. Barnes' unique style, which included a mesmerizing array of cutters and variations in pace, allowed him to dominate batsmen and finish with an incredible career average of 16.43.  

Clarrie Grimmett, an Australian leg-spinner, showcased his brilliance by claiming seven 10-wicket hauls during his career from 1925 to 1936. Grimmett's accuracy, combined with his ability to extract sharp turn, troubled batsmen consistently.  

Dennis Lillee, one of Australia's greatest fast bowlers, left an indelible mark on Test cricket with his seven 10-wicket hauls. Lillee's raw pace, aggression, and impeccable control made him a nightmare for batsmen, and his 355 Test wickets at an average of 23.92 reflect his immense impact.  

Imran Khan, the legendary all-rounder and Pakistan's most successful cricket captain, rounds off the list with six 10-wicket hauls. Imran's ability to swing the ball both ways, coupled with his astute captaincy, played a vital role in his team's success during his career from 1971 to 1992.