Most Career Ducks in Test Cricket

There’s no feeling quite as frustrating as walking back after getting a duck in Test cricket. The record for the most ducks doesn’t go to the batters but rather to tail-end bowlers who spent years at the crease. West Indies fast bowler Courtney Walsh holds the record for most career ducks in Test cricket with 43 ducks.

Top 5 Players with the Most Ducks in Tests

Courtney Walsh – 43 Test Ducks

Courtney Walsh was never known for his batting ability as he holds the record for 43 ducks but he was a giant when it came to bowling. His remarkable bowling ability earned him a spot among cricket’s greatest fast bowlers even though he struggled with his batting.

Stuart Broad – 39 Test Ducks

Stuart Broad had some standout moments in his batting career like scoring 169 runs against Pakistan in 2010 but he also faced issues with inconsistency, resulting in 39 ducks. His batting skills declined even more after an injury from a bouncer in 2014.

Chris Martin – 36 Test Ducks

Chris Martin was a skilled fast bowler for New Zealand but he was inexperienced with the bat and finished with 36 ducks. He also had seven pairs to his name which really shows how tough it was for him at the crease.

Glenn McGrath – 35 Test Ducks

Glenn McGrath had a rough batting record with 35 ducks but he did have a standout moment with a 61 against New Zealand. However, his real strength was in his bowling where he was known for his consistent accuracy and economical approach.

Ishant Sharma – 34 Test Ducks

Ishant Sharma had a tough time with batting with 34 ducks but he did show determination with a score of 31* against England. His main strength was his bowling, where he consistently delivered match-winning spells in overseas games.