Dale Steyn, The GOAT, To Curtly Ambrose, The Beast: 10 Bowlers With Most Days As No. 1 Ranked ICC Test Bowlers In History

South African fast bowler Dale Steyn holds the record for the most days as the Number 1 Test bowler, with an impressive 2343 days atop the rankings. Steyn is widely regarded as one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time.

West Indian legend Curtly Ambrose is next on the list, having spent 1719 days as the top-ranked Test bowler. Standing at 6 feet 7 inches tall, Ambrose was known for his intimidating presence, lethal bounce, and unerring accuracy, making him a nightmare for batsmen during the 1980s and 1990s.

Sri Lankan spin wizard Muttiah Muralitharan follows closely, with 1711 days at the summit of Test bowling. The highest wicket-taker in Test history, Muralitharan's unique bowling action and mastery of spin led to countless dismissals, leaving an indelible mark on the game.

Australian pace bowler Glenn McGrath spent 1306 days as the top Test bowler. Known for his precision and ability to extract bounce and seam movement, McGrath was a key figure in Australia's dominance in world cricket during the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Current Australian captain Pat Cummins has also made his mark, spending 701 days as the Number 1 Test bowler. His ability to bowl fast, combined with sharp movement and consistency, has established him as one of the premier fast bowlers in contemporary cricket.

South African all-rounder Shaun Pollock is next, having spent 697 days at the top. Known for his accuracy and ability to swing the ball, Pollock was a mainstay in the South African team for over a decade, contributing both with the ball and bat.

Another South African, Allan Donald, occupies the seventh spot with 596 days in the top ranking. Dubbed the "White Lightning" for his pace and aggression, Donald was instrumental in South Africa's bowling attack during the 1990s.

West Indies great Malcolm Marshall is next on the list, having been the Number 1 Test bowler for 434 days. Marshall's ability to reverse swing and bowl at high speeds made him one of the most feared bowlers of his era.

England's James Anderson, with 378 days at the top, is the most successful fast bowler in Test history. Renowned for his skill in swinging the ball both ways, Anderson has been a vital player for England for over a decade and continues to add to his record.

Rounding out the list is South Africa's Kagiso Rabada, who has spent 223 days as the Number 1 Test bowler. Known for his raw pace and aggressive style, Rabada is seen as one of the leading bowlers of his generation.