Brian Lara 16 dismissals (World Cups 1992-2007)
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The West Indian wizard was not only a gem with the bat, but also a fielder of quality. Usually taking positions at first or second slip, Brian Lara effected 16 dismissals across a World Cup career spanning 34 matches and 15 years.
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He is also the Windies’ highest run-scorer in World Cups. The only regret he could have after a dazzling career could be the fact that he never won the World Cup as a player despite putting in his best efforts.
Inzamam ul-Haq 16 dismissals (World Cups 1992-2007)
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Pakistan skipper and inspirational leader, Inzamam started his career in the famous 1992 World Cup in England where Pakistan won the World Cup under Imran Khan.
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Since then, he came a long way till the controversial 2007 World Cup where Pakistan went out in the group stages. Inzamam took 16 catches in the process, averaging a good 0.470 dismissals per World Cup game.
Chris Cairns 16 dismissals (World Cups 1992-2003)
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Chris Crains stands third on the list of most catches by an outfield player with 16 scalps to his name. The New Zealand lanky all-rounder was famous for his pinch hitting and decent medium pace bowling.
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Crains stunningly beats other Kiwi stalwarts Stephen Fleming and Scott Styris on this list.
Sanath Jayasuriya 18 dismissals (World Cups 1992-2007)
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Former captain Sanath Jayasuriya has taken 18 catches in the 38 matches he played across five World Cups between 1992 and 2007.
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Not only is Sanath Jayasuriya Sri Lanka’s best all-rounder, he’s also the player with the most number of catches after Kumar Sangakkara. Closely followed by Mahela Jayawardene, this World Cup winner has effected 18 dismissals at 0.473 catches a match.
Ricky Ponting 28 dismissals (World Cups 1999-2011)
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Ricky Ponting is not only the Australian captain to have listed consecutive World Cups or the highest Australian run-getter in World Cups as a whole, he is also responsible for taking the most number of catches by an outfield player in World Cups.
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Having played a whopping 46 matches, Ponting has taken catches at an average of 0.608 catches a match. True legend!