Adam Zampa achieves rare feat during World Cup 2023 final

Australian spinner Adam Zampa equals Muttiah Muralitharan’s record for most wickets by a spinner in a single World Cup edition during the 2023 final against India.
Zampa’s feat, achieved in the 45th over, involved dismissing Jasprit Bumrah, securing the record with one wicket; had he taken two or more wickets, he could have surpassed Muralitharan’s record.
The list of top spinner wicket-takers now includes Zampa, who finished the World Cup 2023 as the second-highest wicket-taker with an impressive tally of 23 wickets.

In a remarkable display of spin prowess, Australian bowler Adam Zampa etched his name in the annals of cricket history during the World Cup 2023 final against India at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Zampa’s exceptional feat saw him equaling the legendary Muttiah Muralitharan’s record for the most wickets by a spinner in a single edition of the World Cup.

This milestone moment occurred in the 45th over of India’s inning, culminating in Zampa claiming the wicket of Jasprit Bumrah. While the Australian spinner managed to secure only one wicket, it was sufficient to match Muralitharan’s record. Interestingly, had Zampa taken two or more wickets in that crucial over, he would have not only equaled but surpassed Muttiah Muralitharan’s longstanding record.

The list of top spinner wicket-takers in a World Cup now includes Adam Zampa, who claimed an impressive tally of 23 wickets during the 2023 edition. This puts him on par with Muttiah Muralitharan, who achieved the same feat in 2007. Other notable spinners on the list include Brad Hogg with 21 wickets in 2007, Shahid Afridi with 21 wickets in 2011, and Shane Warne with 20 wickets in 1999.

Finishing the World Cup 2023 as the second-highest wicket-taker, Zampa’s overall performance was exceptional. In 11 matches, he bowled 96 overs, taking 23 wickets at an average of 22.39. With an economy rate of 5.36 and a strike rate of 25.04, Zampa’s contribution with the ball played a pivotal role in Australia’s campaign, showcasing his prowess as a world-class spinner.