Top Wicket Takers in ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Matt Henry Leads the Chart
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025, hosted by Pakistan and Dubai, witnessed some of the finest bowling performances. Top bowlers from across the world competed for the highest wicket-taker title. New Zealand’s Matt Henry emerged as the leading wicket-taker, outshining many other star players.
- Matt Henry claimed the highest wickets (10) in 4 matches.
- Mohammed Shami and Varun Chakravarthy closely followed with 9 wickets each.
- New Zealand dominated the bowling charts with three bowlers in the top five.
Top Wicket-Takers in ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Below is the list of the highest wicket-takers in the tournament:
| Bowler | Country | Matches | Wickets | Economy | Best Figures | 5-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matt Henry | New Zealand | 4 | 10 | 5.32 | 5/42 | 1 |
| Mohammed Shami | India | 5 | 9 | 5.68 | 5/53 | 1 |
| Mitchell Santner | New Zealand | 5 | 9 | 4.80 | 3/43 | 0 |
| Varun Chakravarthy | India | 3 | 9 | 4.80 | 5/42 | 1 |
| Michael Bracewell | New Zealand | 5 | 8 | 4.10 | 4/26 | 0 |
Matt Henry’s Dominance
Matt Henry showcased his brilliance, taking 10 wickets in just 4 matches. His best performance came against a top team where he picked up 5 wickets for 42 runs. His consistent line and length troubled batsmen, making him the leading wicket-taker of the tournament.
India’s Strong Bowling Presence
India’s Mohammed Shami and Varun Chakravarthy delivered impressive spells. Shami, with his swing and accuracy, bagged 9 wickets in 5 matches. Chakravarthy, known for his mystery spin, matched Shami’s wicket tally in just 3 matches, including a brilliant 5/42 spell.
New Zealand Bowlers Shine
New Zealand’s bowling unit was exceptional, with three bowlers in the top five. Apart from Henry, Mitchell Santner and Michael Bracewell played key roles. Santner, with his economy of 4.80, proved effective in the middle overs. Bracewell maintained an excellent economy of 4.10, consistently putting pressure on batters.
Past Champions Trophy Wicket-Takers
Looking back at history, here are the previous top wicket-takers:
| Year | Player | Team | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Jacques Kallis | South Africa | 8 |
| 2000 | Venkatesh Prasad | India | 8 |
| 2002 | Muttiah Muralitharan | Sri Lanka | 10 |
| 2004 | Andrew Flintoff | England | 9 |
| 2006 | Jerome Taylor | West Indies | 13 |
| 2009 | Wayne Parnell | South Africa | 11 |
| 2013 | Ravindra Jadeja | India | 12 |
| 2017 | Hasan Ali | Pakistan | 13 |
| 2025 | Matt Henry | New Zealand | 10 |
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 saw an intense battle among bowlers. Matt Henry’s exceptional performance helped him finish as the leading wicket-taker. India’s Mohammed Shami and Varun Chakravarthy also delivered top-notch performances. With New Zealand bowlers dominating the charts, their bowling depth was on full display. The tournament reinforced the importance of skillful bowling in modern cricket.
| Player | Mat | Balls | Overs | Mdns | Runs | Wkts | BBI | Ave | Econ | SR | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MJ Henry (NZ) | 4 | 188 | 31.2 | 1 | 167 | 10 | 5/42 | 16.70 | 5.32 | 18.80 | – | 1 |
| CV Varun (IND) | 3 | 180 | 30.0 | – | 136 | 9 | 5/42 | 15.11 | 4.53 | 20.00 | – | 1 |
| Mohammed Shami (IND) | 5 | 246 | 41.0 | – | 233 | 9 | 5/53 | 25.88 | 5.68 | 27.33 | – | 1 |
| MJ Santner (NZ) | 5 | 300 | 50.0 | 2 | 240 | 9 | 3/43 | 26.66 | 4.80 | 33.33 | – | – |
| MG Bracewell (NZ) | 5 | 294 | 49.0 | 2 | 201 | 8 | 4/26 | 25.12 | 4.10 | 36.75 | 1 | – |
| Azmatullah Omarzai (AFG) | 3 | 125 | 20.5 | – | 140 | 7 | 5/58 | 20.00 | 6.72 | 17.85 | – | 1 |
| BJ Dwarshuis (AUS) | 3 | 156 | 26.0 | – | 152 | 7 | 3/47 | 21.71 | 5.84 | 22.28 | – | – |
| Kuldeep Yadav (IND) | 5 | 279 | 46.3 | – | 223 | 7 | 3/40 | 31.85 | 4.79 | 39.85 | – | – |
| PWA Mulder (SA) | 3 | 134 | 22.2 | – | 109 | 6 | 3/25 | 18.16 | 4.88 | 22.33 | – | – |
| K Rabada (SA) | 3 | 153 | 25.3 | 3 | 148 | 6 | 3/36 | 24.66 | 5.80 | 25.50 | – | – |
| L Ngidi (SA) | 3 | 150 | 25.0 | – | 161 | 6 | 3/72 | 26.83 | 6.44 | 25.00 | – | – |
| A Zampa (AUS) | 3 | 168 | 28.0 | – | 172 | 6 | 2/48 | 28.66 | 6.14 | 28.00 | – | – |
| JC Archer (ENG) | 3 | 174 | 29.0 | – | 201 | 6 | 3/64 | 33.50 | 6.93 | 29.00 | – | – |
| W O’Rourke (NZ) | 5 | 258 | 43.0 | 1 | 267 | 6 | 3/47 | 44.50 | 6.20 | 43.00 | – | – |
| RA Jadeja (IND) | 5 | 252 | 42.0 | 1 | 183 | 5 | 2/40 | 36.60 | 4.35 | 50.40 | – | – |
| AR Patel (IND) | 5 | 270 | 45.0 | 2 | 196 | 5 | 2/43 | 39.20 | 4.35 | 54.00 | – | – |
| Harshit Rana (IND) | 2 | 92 | 15.2 | – | 61 | 4 | 3/31 | 15.25 | 3.97 | 23.00 | – | – |
| Mohammad Nabi (AFG) | 3 | 126 | 21.0 | – | 121 | 4 | 2/51 | 30.25 | 5.76 | 31.50 | – | – |
| HH Pandya (IND) | 5 | 147 | 24.3 | – | 143 | 4 | 2/31 | 35.75 | 5.83 | 36.75 | – | – |
| M Jansen (SA) | 3 | 150 | 25.0 | 1 | 150 | 4 | 3/39 | 37.50 | 6.00 | 37.50 | – | – |
| Rashid Khan (AFG) | 3 | 120 | 20.0 | – | 125 | 1 | 1/66 | 125.00 | 6.25 | 120.00 | – | – |
| MA Wood (ENG) | 2 | 105 | 17.3 | – | 125 | 1 | 1/75 | 125.00 | 7.14 | 105.00 | – | – |
| Noor Ahmad (AFG) | 3 | 125 | 20.5 | – | 129 | 1 | 1/65 | 129.00 | 6.19 | 125.00 | – | – |
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