The calendar year 2025 in Test cricket came to an end on Saturday, December 27, with the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG finishing inside two days. Australia, who currently lead the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 cycle, lost the final Test match of the year against England.

The year 2025 saw several players from different nations deliver outstanding performances in the longest format of the game. Bowlers, in particular, played a key role and consistently made an impact across conditions.

Here, we take a look at the Top 10 Test wicket-takers of 2025, highlighting the bowlers who dominated Test cricket throughout the year.

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10. Noman Ali

Pakistan spinner Noman Ali finished as the joint tenth-highest wicket-taker of 2025. He claimed 30 wickets in four matches, proving to be a key spin option for Pakistan, especially in testing home conditions.

9. Simon Harmer

Simon Harmer also picked up 30 wickets in four matches for South Africa in 2025. He enjoyed a stellar Test series in India, where he played a major role in helping the Proteas whitewash the hosts 2–0, making him South Africa’s find of the year.

8. Jasprit Bumrah

Despite limited appearances due to injuries and workload management, Jasprit Bumrah led India’s pace attack with authority. He finished the year with 31 wickets in eight matches, once again proving his consistency in the longest format.

7. Scott Boland

Scott Boland continued his impressive form for Australia, taking 32 wickets in six matches with his disciplined line and length. He also became the first bowler to take a hat-trick in a Day/Night Test during the year.

6. Josh Tongue

Josh Tongue’s rise in England’s bowling attack continued in 2025 as he claimed 33 wickets in six matches. His pace and bounce troubled batters, and he ended the year with a memorable five-wicket haul at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

5. Taijul Islam

Bangladesh leaned heavily on Taijul Islam, who finished with 33 wickets in six matches. His accuracy and control made him the team’s most reliable bowler throughout the year.

4. Ben Stokes

England Test captain Ben Stokes carried much of the team’s responsibility, ending 2025 with 33 wickets from nine matches. Many of his wickets came in crucial moments when England needed breakthroughs.

3. Blessing Muzarabani

Blessing Muzarabani emerged as a major force for Zimbabwe, taking 42 wickets in 10 matches across different conditions.

2. Mohammed Siraj

Mohammed Siraj delivered a standout year for India, finishing with 43 wickets in 10 matches. His impact was especially strong in the Anderson–Tendulkar Trophy, where he played all five Tests despite fitness issues.

1. Mitchell Starc

Mitchell Starc finished 2025 as the leading Test wicket-taker, claiming 55 wickets in 11 matches. Leading Australia’s attack during the Ashes, he once again showed why he remains one of the world’s best fast bowlers.