In a career spanning February 1973 to July 1990, Sir Richard Hadlee snared a then world-record 431 Test victims in 86 appearances for his native New Zealand, at an average of 22.29. He also played 115 ODIs, bagging 158 wickets at 21.56.

For his exploits, the Kiwi quick was named Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1982; in 1990, he was knighted for his services to the game.

Kapil Dev, in a career that lasted from October 1978 to October 1994 - fittingly for the man who led India to its only World Cup triumph, in 1983, his career began and ended with ODIs - bagged 434 Test victims in 131 Tests, taking over from Sir Richard the mantle of highest wicket-taker in the longer form of the game, at an average of 29.64. In one-dayers, his 225 appearances resulted in 253 wickets at 27.45.

India's premier all-rounder was named Wisden Cricketer of the Year 1983.