Top 5 Indian bowlers with the most Test wickets in a calendar year

1. Kapil Dev, 1983 – 75 wickets

Not only did he lead India to the 1983 ODI World Cup triumph but Kapil also carried them in Test cricket through his incredible batting and bowling performances. He especially shined in the bowling department throughout the year. 9/83 were his best Test figures for the year.

2. Kapil Dev, 1979 – 74 wickets

Though it was only his second year while playing for India, Kapil showed incredible maturity and led the Indian team to various famous Test victories. His bowling remained top-notch throughout the year, and he ended up taking a lot of scalps throughout the whole year. 6/63 were his best bowling figures for the year.

3. Anil Kumble, 2004 – 74 wickets

The legendary Indian spinner really was on another level during the year 2004. Kumble delivered for India in almost every Test match and carried them to victories on many occasions through his amazing bowling spells. 8/141 were his best bowling figures for the year.

4. Ravichandran Ashwin, 2016 – 72 wickets

The veteran Indian spinner was at the top of his game during the year 2016. Ashwin tore apart batting orders for fun throughout the whole year in Test matches and proved to be crucial for India. He was one of the most important players in the Test side for many years. 7/59 were his best bowling figures for the year.

5. Harbhajan Singh, 2002 – 63 wickets

The Indian spinner was in top form throughout the year 2002. Harbhajan proved to be a nightmare for the opposing batting orders as they weren’t able to read his spinners well and thus lost their wickets. This was the year where Harbhajan became a mainstay in the Test side. 7/48 were his best bowling figures for the year.

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