SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 35

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 9 Nov 2020 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q35

As of April 2020, who among the following is the highest wicket taker in test cricket among Indian cricketers?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Anil Kumble.

As of April 2020, Anil Kumble was indeed the highest wicket-taker in Test cricket among Indian cricketers. The legendary leg-spinner had concluded his Test career in 2008 with a remarkable 619 wickets from 132 matches. This tally firmly placed him at the top of the Indian list, a position he continues to hold to this day. Other prominent Indian bowlers like Kapil Dev and Harbhajan Singh had fewer wickets than Kumble at that time.