Discover the top five Indian bowlers who have dominated in English conditions with the most Test wickets against England in England. These legendary performers have showcased their skill, adaptability, and consistency on challenging pitches, leaving a lasting impact with their memorable spells and match-winning performances on English soil.
Anil Kumble – 36 Wickets
Legendary leg-spinner and former India captain Anil Kumble ranks fifth with 36 wickets in 10 Tests played in England, averaging 41.41. His most notable performances came during the 2002 and 2007 tours, where he claimed 14 wickets in each. Kumble’s best innings figures in England were 4/66 at Headingley, Leeds in August 2002.
Jasprit Bumrah – 37 Wickets
Ace fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has claimed 37 wickets in just nine Tests in England at a stellar average of 26.27. He has two five-wicket hauls in 17 innings. His standout performance came during the 2021-22 series, where he picked up 23 wickets in five matches.
Mohammed Shami – 42 Wickets
Mohammed Shami boasts an impressive record in English conditions with 42 wickets in 14 Tests at an average of 40.50. He has toured England three times since 2014. Shami’s best showing came during the 2018 series, where he took 16 wickets in five matches, including a personal best of 4/57 at The Rose Bowl in Southampton.
Kapil Dev – 43 Wickets
Former captain and legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev occupies the second spot with 43 wickets in 13 Tests at an average of 39.18. He took two five-wicket hauls, with his best figures of 5/125 coming at Lord’s in June 1982. His most prolific series was his debut tour in 1979, where he bagged 16 wickets in four Tests.
Ishant Sharma – 51 Wickets
Leading the chart is Ishant Sharma, the most successful Indian bowler in England in Tests. Across 15 matches, the tall pacer claimed 51 wickets at an average of 33.35. His most iconic performance came in the 2014 Lord’s Test, where he picked 7/74 to script a famous Indian win. He also took 18 wickets in five Tests during the 2018 tour — his best return across four visits.