Top 10: Fastest bowlers to 400 test wickets

#5 Glenn McGrath - 87 matches

Glenn McGrath

Probably the greatest exponent of swing bowling, Glenn McGrath's flawless line and lengths coupled with pace meant he was one of the hottest pace bowling assets in the world. His economical bowling aided by consistent wicket-taking abilities right through his career saw Australian cricket's quality steadily rise with time.

The first Australian bowler to play 100 tests, McGrath relied on his height to extract bounce from the pitch and torment the batsmen. His nagging line and length brought with it rich rewards and the pacer was instrumental in getting Australia early breakthroughs.

In 124 matches, 'Pigeon', as he was fondly picked up 563 wickets at an average of 21.64. The lanky Australian was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2013 on the back of a splendid career.