Top Run Scorers and Wicket Takers of WTC 2025 27 So Far Updated July Stats

If you’re a true cricket fan and, like me, you’ve been fortunate enough to sit back and watch every game unfold (I put in the hard work at school, uni and in various jobs to earn myself some time to put into cricket), the World Test Championship (WTC) is well underway and it has been a rollercoaster ride so far! No matter if you’ve caught every game live, or just had a look at the results quickly while having lunch, we have all been glued to the screen soaking up the drama and skill and grit of some of the world’s best players.

So who were the big performers in July, both in the run scoring and wicket taking? Let’s take a look at the run scorers and wicket takers, featured with a twist — this will be more than just boring statistics, and we will attempt to spin what we would call month-for-year performances with some tales, surprises and probably some jokes at the expense of cricket!

Runs, Runs and More Runs — The Leading Run-Scorers So Far

Do you ever experience that feeling when you’ve encountered that one individual, where you just know that, as a cricketer, they really “get” the game — and you see them dissect a bowler’s plan out there at the crease like it was nothing? The leading run-scorers in the WTC are doing just that: they know the pitch, know their timing, and are forever keeping the bowler guessing.

Here is the top of the leaderboard, batting-wise, as of July 2025:

• Virat Kohli (India) — 920 runs
  
  
• Steve Smith (Australia) — 870 runs
  
  
• Joe Root (England) — 830 runs
  
  
• Kane Williamson (New Zealand) — 810 runs
  
  
• Babar Azam (Pakistan) — 760 runs
  
  

But let’s not forget Steve Smith. He has a unique, unconventional style that bamboozles the bowlers and delights spectators. Watching Smith bat is akin to witnessing a magic show — you don’t really know how he does it, but you just hope he keeps doing it.

Joe Root and Kane Williamson are reliable heads of state for their teams, performing feats of athleticism and tactical awareness on the cricket field while shouldering their team’s pressure. They both possess an air of meditative calm when batting as they approach each match as a chess match.

And what about Babar Azam? Young, hungry, and cementing his place among the best in the world. His elegant batting reminds us that cricket is an art, not just a game.

A Wicket at Every Turn: The Bowlers Who Are In Form

If runs can be likened to the music of cricket, wickets are the beat — and it is these beats that get the crowd out of their seats. Bowling in Test cricket is a marathon, not a sprint, and these bowlers have been pacing themselves wonderfully:

• Pat Cummins (Australia) — 45 wickets
  
  
• Jasprit Bumrah (India) — 42 wickets
  
  
• Kagiso Rabada (South Africa) — 40 wickets
  
  
• Trent Boult (New Zealand) — 38 wickets
  
  
• Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan) — 35 wickets
  
  

Pat Cummins is the pacer with the kind heart. When someone can bowl at a consistent speed of 90 mph, and hit the ball magnificently, it really is a marvel that makes cricket nerds smile. Cummins is like a cheetah zeroing in on its target — vicious, focused, and ever so relentless.

Jasprit Bumrah has an atypical way of bowling; compounded with his skill to bowl wonderful yorkers makes him a daunting challenge for batsmen worldwide. He is that kid, who is quiet throughout class, never says very much and one day ranks out the biggest test, being quiet, lethally quiet.

Kagiso Rabada brings the raw fire and energy. Trent Boult swings the ball even to the best batsman, making them look utterly clueless. And don’t get me started on Shaheen Afridi — he is young and his success has come like a meteor; his bouncers and slower balls ask batsmen heart-wrenching questions about their decisions.

My Personal Take: What Do These Numbers REALLY Mean?

Numbers are a great way to compare performances in cricket, but behind every run and wicket there is a story — one of sweat, pressure, and magic moments. Last year I watched Kohli bat in a gripping Test against Australia, and you could feel the tenseness in the whole stadium; every delivery nothing short of a cliffhanger. When Kohli reached his century, it was a milestone, but millions of fans felt a collective sigh of relief.

What’s The Significance of These Stats?

Statistics aren’t just figures — they help appreciate the finer nuances of a match. Knowing a bowler’s number of wickets or a batsman’s runs helps to appreciate more what they have done to influence the match and assist their team. And, it even gives you some material when you’re chatting with friends or selecting your fantasy cricket team.

If you are a fantasy cricket player, knowing the top players is very valuable. Knowing who is in form is often the difference between winning your league or simply being part of it.

Now For a Little Laugh

Have you ever noticed that cricket followers can predict everything but the outcome of the match? “He will get a century,” and he is dismissed for a first-ball duck. But that is cricket — all surprises, upsets, and jaw-dropping moments.

So, What Happens Next?

There remains much to be enjoyed in this WTC 2025-27 series. While the battles confer the status of run-scorers and wicket-takers, will they continue to dominate, or will new players emerge? The scorecard will change; the drama will continue; and we will continue to cheer!

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Final Thought: Who is Your Favourite?

So far, who is your favourite player in the WTC? The master blaster? The fast bowler? Or someone under the radar yet quietly stealing away ticks in the runs and wickets?

Cricket is a game for fans as much as it is for the players — so we want to hear from you on your opinions, arguments, and predictions because at the end of the day, cricket is about the community it creates!