Best Test XI of 2024: Top performers in longest format of cricket
These players showcased brilliance on the field in the calendar year 2024 and have risen highest among all.
9. Gus Atkinson (England)
Gus Atkinson is the fourth England players to feature in the list. The pacer made his debut in the series against West Indies and has been their biggest match-winner with the ball. Captain Ben Stokes called for a pace revolution with James Anderson and Stuart Broad leaving, and Atkinson rose to the occasion and proved his value. The 26-year-old played 11 Tests this year, picking up 52 wickets at an average of 22.15. He finished as the second-leading wicket-taker of the year, and he also has a Test ton at Lord’s.
10. Jasprit Bumrah (India)
India pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been head and shoulders above everyone in 2024. He has arguably been the best bowler, having clinched 71 wickets in 13 matches at an average of 14.92, which is phenomenal. He has been India’s biggest weapon in the format and has been a point of difference.
11. Matt Henry (New Zealand)
New Zealand international Matt Henry picked up 48 wickets in nine matches at an average of 18.58. He finished the year as the fourth-leading wicket-taker of the year. The 33-year-old clinched three five-wicket hauls in 2024. He was terrific in the series against Australia and England, and did reasonably well against India.
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