Top 5 Highest Wicket-Takers in ICC Champions Trophy 2025
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 saw some exceptional bowling performances, with pacers and spinners making a significant impact. Here’s a look at the tournament’s top five wicket-takers who played a crucial role for their teams.
1. Matt Henry (New Zealand) – 10 Wickets
- Innings: 4
- Wickets: 10
- Best Bowling: 5/42
- Average: 16.70
- Economy: 5.32
- Strike Rate: 18.80
New Zealand’s pace spearhead Matt Henry finished as the leading wicket-taker, claiming 10 wickets in four matches. His standout performance was a brilliant 5/42, which helped New Zealand dominate in the early stages of the tournament. With an impressive strike rate of 18.80, Henry proved to be a consistent threat with the new ball.
2. Varun Chakravarthy (India) – 9 Wickets
- Innings: 3
- Wickets: 9
- Best Bowling: 5/42
- Average: 15.11
- Economy: 4.53
- Strike Rate: 20.00
India’s mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy was sensational, picking up 9 wickets in just three matches. His ability to deceive batters with his variations made him India’s go-to bowler in the middle overs. His match-winning 5/42 was one of the best spells of the tournament.
3. Mohammed Shami (India) – 9 Wickets
- Innings: 5
- Wickets: 9
- Best Bowling: 5/53
- Average: 25.88
- Economy: 5.68
- Strike Rate: 27.33
Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami played a key role in India’s triumphant campaign, finishing with 9 wickets. His experience and ability to strike in crucial moments made him a vital asset. His best performance came with a fiery 5/53, ensuring India stayed in control during pressure situations.
4. Mitchell Santner (New Zealand) – 9 Wickets
- Innings: 5
- Wickets: 9
- Best Bowling: 3/43
- Average: 26.66
- Economy: 4.80
- Strike Rate: 33.33
New Zealand’s left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner was consistent throughout the tournament, using his flight and control to trouble batters. Though he did not register a four- or five-wicket haul, his economy rate of 4.80 kept the pressure on opponents.
5. Michael Bracewell (New Zealand) – 8 Wickets
- Innings: 5
- Wickets: 8
- Best Bowling: 4/26
- Average: 25.12
- Economy: 4.10
- Strike Rate: 36.75
All-rounder Michael Bracewell provided crucial breakthroughs with his off-spin, finishing with 8 wickets in the tournament. His best spell of 4/26 showcased his ability to make an impact with the ball in the middle overs.
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 was a tournament where both pacers and spinners shone brightly. While Matt Henry led the charts, Varun Chakravarthy and Mohammed Shami played crucial roles in India’s title-winning run. The performances of Santner and Bracewell highlighted New Zealand’s depth in their bowling attack.
