World Cup 2019: The highest wicket-taker of each team

#2 Lockie Ferguson - New Zealand

New Zealand vs Afghanistan - World Cup 2019

Lockie Ferguson was a dominant force in this World Cup. He was one of the star performers who steered their team to their second World Cup final. Lockie had a kickstart debut in England. He emerged as highest wicket-taker for New Zealand in this World Cup.

Lockie picked up 21 wickets in 9 matches with an economy of 4.88. He ended up being the second-highest wicket-taker. His best bowling figures were 4/37 against Afghanistan at Taunton. He is known to pick up wickets and change the game at the middle overs, i.e. Powerplay 2.

Matches - 9, Wickets - 21, BBI - 4/37, Economy - 4.88, Average - 19.47

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#1 Mitchell Starc - Austalia

Australia v England - ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Semi-Final

Mitchell Starc has been known for his destructive bowling in the World Cups since 2015. He is known to rattle the opposition batsmen with his unplayable yorkers. He broke the record of Glenn McGrath's most wickets in a single edition of the tournament.

Starc scalped 27 wickets in 10 matches at an economy of 5.43. He ended up being the highest wicket-taker since the last two mega-events. His best bowling figures are 5/26 against New Zealand at Lord's.

Matches - 10, Wickets - 27, BBI - 5/26, Economy - 5.43