The ICC World Test Championship (WTC) showcases not only exceptional batting and bowling but also brilliant fielding. In this long-format tournament, several players have changed the course of matches with their outstanding catching skills. Statistically, Australian star batsman Steve Smith tops this list.
Most Catches In ICC World Test Championship Records
1. Steve Smith (Australia)
Steve Smith has played 57 matches in the World Test Championship between 2019 and 2025. In these matches, he has taken a total of 114 catches in 110 innings, averaging more than one catch per innings. His best performance in a single match is 5 catches. His quick reflexes and strong hands in the slips set him apart from other players.
2. Joe Root (England)
Second on this list is England's experienced batsman Joe Root. Root has taken 105 catches in 137 innings across 71 matches. His average of catches per innings is 0.766. Joe Root is often positioned in the slips and infield and proves to be a reliable fielder under pressure.
3. Zak Crawley (England)
England's opening batsman, Zak Crawley, is third on this list. He has taken 59 catches in 54 matches between 2020 and 2025. His average of 0.572 catches per innings across 103 innings is impressive. Despite his young age, Crawley has shown consistent improvement in his fielding.
4. Aiden Markram (South Africa)
At number four is South African captain Aiden Markram. He has taken 55 catches in just 33 matches, which is quite impressive. His catch-per-innings average is 0.873, which shows how effective a fielder he has been even in a limited number of matches. His fielding in the slips and covers has often proven to be match-winning.
5. Ben Stokes (England)
England all-rounder Ben Stokes is fifth on this list. He has taken 55 catches in 114 innings across 59 matches. Although his average of 0.482 catches per innings might seem modest, the crucial catches he has taken at difficult moments have often turned the tide of the match.
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