T20 World Cup 2024 will begin on June 2 with a match between USA and Canada in Dallas. Even though, T20 format is not favorable for bowlers, still there are few who have showcase their skills and troubled batters. Ahead of the T20 World Cup 2024, let us look at bowlers with highest wickets in T20 World Cup history.
Most wickets in T20 World Cup
| Player | Mat | Wkts | BBI | Ave | Econ | 4 | 5 |
| Shakib Al Hasan | 36 | 47 | 4/9 | 18.63 | 6.78 | 3 | 0 |
| Shahid Afridi | 34 | 39 | 4/11 | 23.25 | 6.71 | 2 | 0 |
| SL Malinga | 31 | 38 | 5/31 | 20.07 | 7.43 | 0 | 1 |
| Saeed Ajmal | 23 | 36 | 4/19 | 16.86 | 6.79 | 3 | 0 |
| Ajantha Mendis | 21 | 35 | 6/8 | 15.02 | 6.7 | 1 | 1 |
Leading the pack is Bangladesh’s all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan, who has scalped 47 wickets in 36 matches. Following closely behind is the Pakistan’s legendary Shahid Afridi, whose 39 wickets in 34 matches.
Lasith Malinga, renowned for his lethal yorkers and unorthodox action, has taken 38 wickets in 31 matches. Saeed Ajmal has bagged 36 wickets in 23 matches. Ajanta Mendis is listed fifth with 35 wickets in 21 matches.
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