Successful fast-bowling captains in international cricket

Under the able leadership of stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah, India put up a dominating display to script a thumping victory against formidable Australia in the first Test of the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Perth. The premier fast bowler led from the front to guide India to the famous victory.

Let’s have a look at some of the successful fast-bowling captains in international cricket who have guided their respective countries to stunning success.

Kapil Dev (India)

Arguably India’s best all-rounder Kapil Dev played 34 Tests as captain. He captured 111 wickets at an average of 26.35 in those matches with four five-wicket hauls and the best figure of 9/83.

Imran Khan (Pakistan)

Imran Khan played 48 Test for Pakistan as captain. He scalped 187 wickets in those matches at an average of 20.26, with 12 five-wicket hauls and the best figure of 8/60.

Courtney Walsh (West Indies)

The great pacer Walsh played 22 Tests as captain for West Indies. He captured 85 wickets in those matches at an average of 25.71, with 7 five-wicket hauls and the best figure of 7/37.

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Shaun Pollock (South Africa)

Pollock played 26 Tests as captain, taking 103 wickets at an average of 21.36. He captured 4 five-wicket hauls and the best figure of 6/30.

Pat Cummins (Australia)

Cummins has led Australia in eight Tests, taking 34 wickets at an average of 19.82. He has two  five-wicket hauls and the best figure of 5/38 to his credit.