Multiple choice general knowledge sports Who was the first bowler to take seven wickets in a WC match? Lasith Malinga Chetan Sharma Glenn McGrath Roger Binny Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Glenn McGrath became the first bowler to take seven wickets in a World Cup match when he took 7/15 against Namibia in the 2003 World Cup. This remains one of the best bowling performances in World Cup history.