Muttiah Muralitharan's dominance is unmatched, with a record 136 wickets in 2001, 128 wickets in 2006, and an impressive tally of 109 wickets in 31 matches in 2000.
Australian legend Shane Warne bagged 120 wickets across all formats in 1994 over 39 matches, ranking among the highest wicket takers in a calendar year.
Another Aussie legend, Glenn McGrath, is the first pacer on the list with 119 wickets in 41 matches in 1999, followed by 104 wickets across 37 matches in 2005, marking two of his best years in cricket.
In 2009, Mitchell Johnson led the Australian bowling attack with 113 wickets over 47 matches, securing one of the highest yearly tallies wickets-wise.
England’s Graeme Swann reached a notable milestone in 2010, taking 111 wickets in 39 matches.
Pakistan’s Saeed Ajmal excelled in 2013, taking 111 wickets in 50 matches, making it the most productive year in terms of the number of wickets in his bowling career.
South African great Allan Donald claimed 107 wickets in 27 matches in 1998, showcasing his exceptional skill with the ball.
Dennis Lillee of Australia achieved a remarkable feat in 1981 with 105 wickets across 28 matches, a record-breaking annual performance at the time.
Makhaya Ntini, another Protea legend, took 104 wickets in 35 matches in 2003, adding to his reputation as a standout bowler.
West Indies’ Joel Garner made his mark in 1984 with 103 wickets in 28 matches, a record-setting year for the legendary fast bowler.