James Anderson reaches 700 Test wickets: List of top 5 wicket-takers of the world

England legend James Anderson claimed his 700th Test wicket during the ongoing fifth Test match between India and England.

Published on: Mar 09, 2024 11:02 AM IST

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England legend James Anderson on Saturday, became only the third bowler, and first seamer, to claim 700 Test wickets in the ongoing fifth Test match between India and England. (AFP)

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Sri Lanka's Muttiah Muralitharan is the highest wicket-taker in Test cricket history with 800 wickets. (Getty Images)

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Shane Warne is second in that list, with 708 dismissals in 145 matches. (Twitter)

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Meanwhile, Anderson is third with 700 wickets in 187* matches. (AFP)

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India's Anil Kumble is fourth with 619 wickets in 132 matches. (BCCI)

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Stuart Broad is fifth with 604 wickets in 167 Tests. (Action Images via Reuters)