The best of Pakistan’s all-time finest bowlers, Wasim Akram, owns the number-one spot for highest wicket-taker for his home country. He has grabbed 55 wickets so far in the mega tournament. Notably, from 1987 to 2003, he played in five World Cups. Following his outstanding performances during the tournament, the left-arm pacer was also named Man of the Match in the 1992 World Cup final, helping Pakistan capture the title for the first time. In 10 matches over the course of the 1992 Cricket World Cup, the 57-year-old grabbed 18 wickets for an average of 18.78. He performed wonderfully throughout the contest, but his divine moment came in the final over England, when he stole three wickets and turned the momentum of the contest in Pakistan’s favour.
Pakistan left-arm pacer Wahab Riaz is the second-leading scorer in ODI World Cups for his nation after legendary seamer Wasim Akram. He has captured 35 wickets at an average of 26.45 so far in tournaments while featuring three times in ODI World Cups for his nation. The right-handed batter continues to put out an excellent World Cup showing. Notably, Wahab has consistently performed well on a large stage, especially at the 50-over World Cup.
Former Pakistan cricketer Imran Khan played in five World Cups during his cricketing tenure from 1971 to 1992. The former Pakistan Prime Minister helped the Men in Green claim a World Cup victory in 1992. The right-arm pacer is frequently touted as the most outstanding of the bunch, and with a valid reason, since he was hailed as one of the great all-rounders of the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. The 81-year-old Pakistan politician has accumulated 34 wickets for his country during ODI World Cups.