Most wickets in Ashes history in England

The much-awaited Ashes 2023 is about to get underway as England and Australia will be locking horns in the historic five-match series from June 16 at Edgbaston. Notably, Australia have an edge over England in Ashes history as they have won 34 series as compared to England’s 32.

However, they have not won an Ashes series in England since 2001 which makes the upcoming series even more important for the Pat Cummins-led side. Over the years, England has produced several memorable Ashes series involving the most famous one in 2005. As the cricket-loving country prepares itself to host another riveting series, let’s take a look at some of the greatest bowlers in Ashes history who have the most wickets in England:

3. Glenn McGrath (87 wickets)

The right-arm seamer is one of the greatest bowlers to have graced the cricket field. McGrath is the second-highest wicket-taker in Ashes history with 157 wickets to his name, out of which 87 have come in England. The 53-year-old has a stupendous average of 19.34 in the country in 14 matches with eight five-wicket hauls to his name.

2. Dennis Lillee (91 wickets)

The right-arm seamer was one of the most fearsome fast bowlers of his era. Lillee is the fifth-highest wicket-taker in the history of the Ashes with 128 wickets to his name, out of which 96 have come in England. The Perth-born speedster has a remarkable average of 20.56 with six five-wicket hauls and two ten-wicket hauls to his name.

1. Shane Warne (129 wickets)

The wrist spinner is arguably the greatest spinner to have ever played the game. Warne’s name is etched with golden words in Ashes history as he is the leading wicket-taker in the series having 195 wickets to his name. The wrist-spinner picked 129 wickets in England at an average of 21.94 and an economy of 2.51 with eight five-wicket hauls and three ten-wicket hauls.