5 wicket hauls is an achievement for a bowler who takes five wickets in a single innings. We will cover the athletes who have registered themselves in the record for having the most number of five wicket hauls in different formats of cricket.

Most five wicket hauls in T20 (white ball cricket)

David Wiese, the right-arm medium bowler and an all-rounder from South Africa, has achieved this feat with the white ball in T20 international format. He made his debut in 2012 for South Africa and played his first T20 match against Sri Lanka. Later, he left the South African team to play county cricket due to a kolpak deal signed with Sussex.

He debuted for Namibia in 2021 and was part of a team when Namibia registered its first win in an ICC tournament against the Netherlands. He has taken seven 5 wicket hauls in T20 cricket internationals. David has taken a total of 307 wickets in his T20 career, with a best figure of 5/19.

Most Five Wickets in ODI (white ball cricket)

Waqar Younis, the right-arm fast bowler and former captain from Pakistan, holds many records in his cricket career, such as fastest to reach and complete 400 wickets in 252 matches, most consecutive 4 wickets till 3 innings, and best figures in an innings by a captain.

Waqar took a total of thirteen 5 wicket hauls in his career, which is the maximum, and stands alone at the top of the list with an economy of 4.68. He has taken 416 wickets in total of his career span, and his best bowling figures are 7 wickets, conceding only 36 runs.

Most five wicket hauls in Test cricket (red ball cricket)

This feat is achieved by Muttiah Muralitharan, one of the legends of spin alongside Shane Warne, who were the best in their art and dominated international cricket till the end of their careers.

Muttiah Muralitharan was the Sri Lankan off-spinner who struggled a lot due to his action being called out legal. His bowling action seemed as if he chucked his arm while bowling the ball for more accuracy and spin, but later it was certified legal by the ICC, and he reigned in world cricket. Murlitharan has taken a total of 800 wickets in international cricket.

He is the only player in the world to achieve the feat of taking 800 wickets, which is the most by any bowler in the world. Now, along with that, he took a total of sixty-seven-five wicket hauls in Test cricket, and twenty-two times he grabbed the ten wicket haul in red ball cricket.

Murlitharan could have also topped the list for most 5 wicket hauls in ODI as he is in second place, though he broke all the records and registered some next to impossible records in world cricket that are still unbroken till date and not even close any active players achievements.

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LPL 2024: Prabath Jayasuriya – The New Face of Sri Lankan Spin Bowling?

Sri Lanka has a rich history of making world-class spinners. From Muttiah Muralitharan the king of spin to Rangana Herath and Wanindu Hasaranga. These bowlers have bamboozled batsmen for decades. In the 2024 Lanka Premier League (LPL) a new name has been shown as a potential successor to this legacy his name is Prabath Jayasuriya.

Prabath Jayasuriya a Rising Star

Prabath Jayasuriya is a young off-spinner from Matara. Sri Lanka has taken the LPL by storm. His ability to turn the ball prodigiously and deceive batsmen in flight has been a major talking point throughout the tournament. Jayasuriya who is new to the big stage has impressed fans with his poise and control evoking memories of the great spinners from Sri Lanka’s past.

A Legacy to Live Up To

Sri Lankan spin bowling has always been about guile variety and the ability to abapt to different conditions. Muralitharan’s doosra a ball that spin away from the right-handed batsmen became his signature ball. Herath, on the other hand was known for his accuracy and his ability to exploit even the slightest imperfections on the pitch.

Prabath Jayasuriya seems to be following in these footsteps. He possesses a natural ability to spin the ball and has a good repertoire of deliveries including the carrom ball and the arm ball. His bowling spells have been economical putting pressure on the batsmen and creating scoring opportunities for his team.

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Impact on the LPL

Jayasuriya’s performance has been instrumental in the success of his team in the LPL. His ability to take wickets at crucial junctures has helped shift the momentum in matches. Batsmen have found it difficult to pick his variations, and his tight bowling has restricted the flow of runs.

The emergence of Jayasuriya has added a new dimension to the LPL. It has brought back memories of Sri Lanka’s dominance in spin bowling and has given fans a reason to be excited about the future.

Early Days and What Lies Ahead

Jayasuriya’s journey in cricket has just begun. He has impressed everyone with his talent in the LPL but the real test will be his performance at the international level. Sri Lanka has a strong pool of spin bowlers and Jayasuriya will need to continue to develop his skills and prove his consistency to earn a permanent spot on the national team.

With hard work, dedication, and the right guidance, there is no doubt that Prabath Jayasuriya has the potential to become a world-class spin bowler and carry forward the rich legacy of Sri Lankan spin bowling.