Which 7 wicketkeepers lead the way with the most dismissals in Test cricket history?
01/08/2025 02:34 AM
The importance of a good gloveman behind the stumps in Test cricket can catalyse a good Test side.
Being able to take those tough chances or make quick stumpings is what separates the best from the rest and will help dismantle the opposition more effectively.
Think you know who has the most dismissals in the history of Test cricket?
Read on to find the seven wicketkeepers who sit at the top of the record book.
7. Jeff Dujon – 270 dismissals
A key part of the West Indies‘ dominance during the 1980s, Dujon was known for his sharp glovework, with the likes of Joel Garner and Michael Holding steaming in.
Dujon took 265 catches and made five stumpings during his faultless 81-match tenure behind the stumps.
6. Brad Haddin – 270 dismissals
A key part of Australia’s Test cricket resurgence, Haddin was an ever-reliable player with both bat and gloves, as well as being a vocal leader during his Test career.
An invaluable 262 catches and eight stumpings during his career from 2008 to 2015 (66 matches) was a vital part of his nation’s reinvention.
5. MS Dhoni – 294 dismissals
The India star’s impact on the sport of cricket is monumental.
Renowned for his fast stumpings and not allowing batters to settle, his revolutionary approach to wicketkeeping changed the techniques used around the world.
With a staggering 38 stumpings along with 256 catches, Dhoni’s 90-match career etches his place as India’s greatest gloveman.
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4. Rod Marsh – 355 dismissals
Marsh set a new standard for wicketkeepers with his consistency being valued by his team and an expectation of capitalising on chances instilled.
He formed a legendary partnership with the great Dennis Lillee, with the pair combining for 95 dismissals.
A huge 343 catches and 12 stumpings in 96 matches secured his tag as one of the greats.
3. Ian Healy – 395 dismissals
A key mentor to the next man on this list, Healy was a crucial part of Australia’s side in the 1990s.
Known for being consistent and the epitome of a team player, the wicketkeeper took 366 catches and 29 stumpings in a 119-match career that spanned over a decade.
2. Adam Gilchrist – 416 dismissals
Australia’s greatest ever wicketkeeper and instrumental in his nation’s golden era as he completely reformed the role of the wicketkeeper-batsman with his destructive style at the crease.
Donning the gloves in front of the likes of Glenn McGrath, Brett Lee, and Shane Warne makes it no shock as to how Gilly racked up 379 catches along with 37 stumpings in his illustrious 96-match international career.
1. Mark Boucher – 555 dismissals
Top of the list by a whopping 139 dismissals and the only player to remove over 500 players, the South Africa star is in a league of his own at the summit.
In his 15-year career, Boucher managed to collect a mighty 147 caps, where he took 532 catches with the gloves and collected 23 stumpings, making him undoubtedly the greatest gloveman of all time.
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