Best debut wickets taken by bowlers in Test cricket

#1 Ajantha Mendis

"Mystery bowler" Ajantha Mendis made an instant impact on the international arena. Mendis made his Test debut during India's tour of Sri Lanka in 2008. He had a memorable outing, as his debut wicket was that of Rahul Dravid, who was bowled by a carrom ball.

Mendis took eight wickets in the match, the best by a Sri Lankan on debut. He holds the record for the most number of wickets in a three-match series, with 26 wickets to his name.