The ongoing U19 World Cup has reached its business end now. In this year’s U19 World Cup, the fans have seen several mesmerizing performances with the ball. Over the years, several bowlers have utilised the platform for their benefit and made their way directly to international cricket from U19 squad. On that note, let us take a look at top 5 bowlers with most wickets in U19 World Cup.
| Player | Wickets | Year |
| Enamul Haque Jr. | 22 | 2004 |
| Kwena Maphaka | 21 | 2024 |
| Wayne Parnell | 18 | 2008 |
| Ubaid Shah | 18 | 2024 |
| Saumy Pandey | 18 | 2024 |
Enamul Haque Jr.
Bangladeshi left-arm spinner Enamul Haque Jr. holds the record of taking most number of wickets in one edition of the U19 World Cup. The left-arm spinner scalped a record 22 wickets for his country in the U19 World Cup 2004 played in Bangladesh.
Kwena Maphaka
Kwena Maphaka finished as the leading wicket-taker in U19 World Cup 2024. Overall, he took 21 wickets in the last concluded edition of the U19 World Cup.
Wayne Parnell
South Africa’s pacer Wayne Parnell was the captain of his side in the U19 World Cup 2008. Parnell had a terrific tournament and led his side to the finals. Wayne Parnell picked up 18 wickets in that competition. Despite his efforts, South Africa lost the final match against Virat Kohli and Co.
Ubaid Shah
Pakistan express pacer Ubaid Shah who is also a cousin of Naseem Shah comes next on the list. He also took 18 wickets in the ongoing World Cup edition.
Saumy Pandey
Saumy Pandey scalped 18 wickets in the ongoing U19 World Cup. Thanks to his antics with the ball, Saumy Pandey also broke the record of Indian leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi for most wickets as an Indian bowler in U19 World Cup.
