5 Most promising young fast bowlers in international cricket at the moment

3. Trent Boult:

Easily New Zealand’s top bowler right now, Trent Boult has been leading the Kiwi attack, especially in Tests and ODI. The 27-year old is the most experienced of the fiveour, in terms of matches played, indicating that he burst in the scene very early, and was an exciting young prospect. Boult was the second highest wicket taker of the World Cup 201, and was also the No.1 ODI bowler though for a short period of time.

Although not a regular member of T20I squad lately, he has shown that he is more than effective with an average of just 21, and a decent economy of 7.9. ODIs are his strongest suit, as Boult has the best average for a current New Zealand bowler of an exemplary 22, which coupled with an economy of 4.8, make him a huge threat especially in friendly conditions. His Test average is also the best among those in the list, and has picked up more than 4 wickets in 12 out of 72 innings.

Boult’s primary weapon is swing and he gets the ball to swing lethally both ways. His knowledge of reverse swing, coupled with the discipline and control, make him so effective in Tests. He has the rare ability to exploit even a docile wicket by hitting the right areas and bowing to his field- tactically set accordingly. His control also helps him do well in T20s as he is one of the better death bowlers, with his lines and subtle variations of length. Boult, definitely, is a legend in the making.