To bowl fast is not everybody's cup of tea. Bowling at pace consistently is no cakewalk for it requires dedication, determination, discipline, effort, and, above all, supreme levels of fitness. In current times, when most rules tend to be favouring the batters, mastering the art of fast bowling may not be an attractive option. However, some quicks have drawn attention to themselves purely because of their jaw-dropping performances.&nbsp;

These speedsters have taken world cricket by storm with their exceptional form and skill. With their inswingers, off-cutters, bouncers, and yorkers, these pace bowlers have showcased their performances on the big stage. Currently, they pose a huge threat to batters due to their speed and accuracy, and consistent line and length.

True, fast bowlers are prone to injuries. But some of them despite going through ups and downs have not stopped delivering their best to achieve legendary status in the gentleman's game.

Here are 10 speedsters who are currently bossing the game at the international circuit:&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/aus-vs-sa-broadcasters-spider-camera-controller-suspended-from-mcg-test-after-hitting-anrich-nortje/" title="Anrich Nortje" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anrich Nortje</a> broke into international cricket back in March 2019. Currently, he is one of the most important bowlers for South Africa across all formats. Along with Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi, he reinforces the pace attack of his national side. With his fierce pace, he has troubled a lot of batters during the past four years or so.&nbsp;

So far, he has claimed 133 wickets in 66 international games across all three formats at an economy of 4.60. In the red-ball format, the 29-year-old has claimed 64 wickets in 18 matches at an economy of 3.71. In T20 Internationals, the Protea has hunted 35 batters in 29 games at an economy of 7.11.

In One-Day Internationals too, he is a wicket-taking bowler for his side. The speedster has claimed 34 wickets in 19 appearances at an economy of 5.83. These numbers of Nortje corroborate his potential as a bowler. He is one for the future. He has in him to play many more games for his country.&nbsp;

Pakistan is a factory that never gets tired of producing fast bowlers. Pakistan has produced many pace bowlers in international cricket. Names such as Sarfaraz Nawaz, Imran Khan, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shoaib Akhtar, Mohammad Zahid, and Umar Gul ruled the international circuit with their top-notch displays. In recent times, Pakistan have got <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/india-coach-rahul-dravid-gives-quirky-reply-to-reporters-mitchell-starc-shaheen-afridi-comparison/" title="Shaheen Afridi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shaheen Afridi</a>, who could uplift their cricketing standards with his fast bowling.

Currently, the youngster is a vital cog in all forms of the sport due to his superb bowling skills. In the last few years, riding on his excellent performances, Pakistan achieved success against quality teams. In 2022, he played a crucial role in Pakistan’s ODI series triumph against Australia in 20 years. Earlier, Afridi also helped Pakistan to register their maiden World Cup win against India in the 2021 T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

With these notable performances, he has established himself in the international arena as one of the most dangerous fast bowlers. His ability to clock over 140 km/h consistently with variations makes him lethal against batters. He is especially lethal with the new ball with his toe-crushing yorkers. Within five years of his international career, the 22-year-old has clinched 219 wickets in 104 matches for Pakistan at an economy of 4.18.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/border-gavaskar-trophy-2023-ravichandran-ashwins-bizarre-celebration-takes-mohammed-shami-by-surprise/" title="Mohammed Shami">Mohammed Shami</a> is one of the most underrated bowlers in world cricket at the moment. Despite creating remarkable records for India in international cricket with his pace and skill, he hasn’t got the credit that he richly deserves. Before the emergence of Jasprit Bumrah, Shami was the leader of India’s bowling attack.

In the 2015 World Cup, Shami spearheaded India’s bowling unit brilliantly picking up 17 wickets in seven matches at a decent economy of 4.81. He also achieved a hat-trick against Afghanistan in the 2019 World Cup, thus becoming the second Indian bowler to take three in three in World Cups.

The veteran achieved another milestone in 2021 as he became the fifth Indian fast bowler to bag 200 Test wickets. In his outstanding 10-year-long career thus far, Shami has trapped 406 batters with his speed in 172 games at an economy of 4.10.&nbsp;

In November 2011, 18-year-old <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/ind-vs-aus-pat-cummins-flies-home-due-to-family-heath-concerns-set-to-return-before-3rd-test/" title="Pat Cummins" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pat Cummins </a>made his international debut in style in a Test match against South Africa in Johannesburg. After trailing in the series by a 1-0 margin, Australia were looking to stun the hosts to end the series in a stalemate with a victory in Johannesburg. &nbsp;

Among adept bowlers such as Mitchell Johnson and Peter Siddle, debutant Cummins looked confident and fetched seven wickets in the match to help his team win the game with two wickets in hand. The pacer also performed brilliantly in the 2017-18 Ashes, as he ended up becoming the highest wicket-taker with 23 wickets in the coveted series.

After completing 10 years in international cricket, Cummins was made the Test skipper following Tim Paine’s resignation due to the alleged 'sexting scandal'. Holding the reins, he led the team from the front in the 2021-22 Ashes. Scalping 21 wickets in four games, he did his job efficiently to vanquish the visitors comfortably at home with his leadership skills. In October 2022, Cummins got the ODI captaincy mantle as well after Aaron Finch announced his retirement from ODIs.

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/social-tracker-cricket/sa20-2023-kagiso-rabada-returns-with-a-bang-after-sending-reeza-hendricks-off-stump-for-a-walk/" title="Kagiso Rabada" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kagiso Rabada</a> is one of the finest bowlers in international cricket. In 2014, he made his international debut, and the next year, he helped South Africa to win an ODI series in India. With 10 wickets in five games against the hosts, he became the highest wicket-taker in the competition along with veteran speedster Dale Steyn. &nbsp;

In January 2016, Rabada picked his best Test figures (13/144) against England in Centurion. The Protea bowler also became the eighth South African bowler to dismiss 200 batters in Test cricket during the South Africa tour of Pakistan in 2021. In November 2021, he became the first South African bowler to grab a hat-trick in the T20I format.&nbsp;

Currently, he has added 461 wickets to his profile in 200 international matches. These magnificent records and bowling numbers make him the best in business. In the next few years, his role will be crucial for South Africa to achieve success in the international circle.

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/josh-hazlewood-ruled-out-of-india-tour-confirms-australia-coach-andrew-mcdonald/" title="Josh Hazlewood" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Josh Hazlewood</a>&nbsp;is known for his disciplined bowling in international cricket. He is someone who can hit a consistent line and length with pace. He has troubled batters and delivered match-winning performances for Australia. The lanky bowler made his international debut in 2010. Within no time, he became an integral part of the team after his Test debut against India in 2014.

With 12 wickets in three matches of the 2014-15 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Hazlewood won the confidence of the team management. He also became an important member of Australia’s ODI team for the 2015 World Cup at home. In his national team’s fifth World Cup title triumph, he chipped in with seven wickets in five matches at an economy of 4.10.

Currently, the veteran is crucial for Australia in all three formats. In 2021, Australia trusted him for T20Is also after witnessing his superb shows with the ball for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 14th season of the cash rich Indian Premier League (IPL). The pacer also contributed to his team’s maiden T20 World Cup title victory in 2021 with 11 wickets in seven matches at an economy of 7.29.

In August 2022,<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/trent-boult-names-three-batters-that-he-struggled-to-bowl-to-in-t20-cricket/" title="Trent Boult" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Trent Boult </a>pulled out of his central contract to spend more time with his family and to play in T20 leagues around the globe. However, the veteran is still a vital member of the Kiwi team, as he delivers his services to his nation in mega tournaments. The 33-year-old proved his worth again in the 2022 T20 World Cup.&nbsp;

Picking eight scalps in five matches at an economy of 7.40, he became the second-leading wicket-taker for his team in the covted tournament. In his more than 11 years of career in international cricket, Boult has delivered numerous noteworthy bowling performances that won New Zealand crucial games.&nbsp;

In the 2015 World Cup held in Australia and New Zealand, his role was crucial in taking his side to the finals. The speedster clinched 22 wickets in nine games at an economy of 4.36 and became the highest wicket-taker in the competition along with Australia’s Mitchell Starc. In the 2021 Test Championship final triumph against India, he looked impactful with his 2/47 and 3/39 spells.

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/india-coach-rahul-dravid-gives-quirky-reply-to-reporters-mitchell-starc-shaheen-afridi-comparison/" title="Mitchell Starc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mitchell Starc </a>made his international debut for Australia in 2010. He became a regular member in 2012. In 2015, he became the hero of Australia’s famous World Cup title win. He was adjudged Player of the Tournament with 22 wickets in eight matches at an economy of 3.50.

In the 2019 World Cup, he hunted 27 batters in 10 matches and ended up becoming the leading wicket-taker in ODI World Cups for second consecutive time. In the 2021-22 Ashes, he supported his skipper Pat Cummins with the ball. With 19 wickets in five matches, he became the second-highest wicket-taker in the series.

In his international career till now, he has grabbed 588 wickets for Australia in 240 matches. Currently, the 33-year-old is a premier bowler for Australia in all three formats. With his nasty bouncers and perfect yorkers, Starc possesses the capability of wreaking havoc on batters.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/twitter-reactions-cricket/twitter-reactions-stuart-broad-james-anderson-seal-englands-thumping-victory-against-new-zealand-in-1st-test/" title="James Anderson" target="_blank" rel="noopener">James Anderson </a>deserves to be hailed for his tenacity, fitness, longevity, and perfection. At the age of 41, he is ruling Test cricket with his scintillating bowling performances. With his control and swing, he is dominating batters effortlessly with the ball. Year after year, his performances are getting better in the longest form of the sport.

The legendary English bowler is close to picking 1,000 wickets in his excellent international career. So far, he has claimed 969 for England wickets in 391 matches at an average of 26.94. The speed gun is also the highest wicket-taker for England in Tests with 682 wickets in 178 appearances so far.

With his talent and experience, he is spearheading England’s bowling attack perfectly. In the last few years, his bowling numbers are incredible. In 2021 and 2022, he bagged 75 wickets in 21 matches and now, with these consistent fine figures, he is proving the fact that age is just a number.&nbsp;

<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/featureimage/Jasprit-Bumrah-against-England.jpg" alt="" width="640" loading="lazy"> <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/reports-jasprit-bumrah-to-miss-entire-border-gavaskar-trophy-2023/" title="Jasprit Bumrah" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jasprit Bumrah</a> is one of the few bowlers in international cricket who could be a match-winner in all three forms of cricket. In 2016, he joined the Indian team and got elevated due to his brilliant fast bowling. The ace player is an essential bowler for the national side alongside Mohammed Shami.

In his armoury, he keeps toe-crushing yorkers, head-high bouncers, and inswingers to bamboozle batters. Till now, he has fetched 319 international wickets in 162 contests at an average of 22.48. During India’s tour of Australia in 2018-19, he came hard on Aussie batters and clinched his best Test figures (6-33) in the Boxing Day Test at historic MCG.&nbsp;

In the 2019 World Cup, he became the most successful bowler for India. Playing his first ODI World Cup, he picked 18 wickets for the Men in Blue in nine matches at an economy of 4.41.

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To bowl fast is not everybody's cup of tea. Bowling at pace consistently is no cakewalk for it requires dedication, determination, discipline, effort, and, above all, supreme levels of fitness. In current times, when most rules tend to be favouring the batters, mastering the art of fast bowling may not be an attractive option. However, some quicks have drawn attention to themselves purely because of their jaw-dropping performances.&nbsp;
These speedsters have taken world cricket by storm with their exceptional form and skill. With their inswingers, off-cutters, bouncers, and yorkers, these pace bowlers have showcased their performances on the big stage. Currently, they pose a huge threat to batters due to their speed and accuracy, and consistent line and length.
True, fast bowlers are prone to injuries. But some of them despite going through ups and downs have not stopped delivering their best to achieve legendary status in the gentleman's game.
<h3>Here are 10 speedsters who are currently bossing the game at the international circuit:&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
10. Anrich Nortje
<amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1675799466261_Anrich-Nortje.jpeg" alt="Anrich Nortje" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/aus-vs-sa-broadcasters-spider-camera-controller-suspended-from-mcg-test-after-hitting-anrich-nortje/" title="Anrich Nortje" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anrich Nortje</a> broke into international cricket back in March 2019. Currently, he is one of the most important bowlers for South Africa across all formats. Along with Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi, he reinforces the pace attack of his national side. With his fierce pace, he has troubled a lot of batters during the past four years or so.&nbsp;
So far, he has claimed 133 wickets in 66 international games across all three formats at an economy of 4.60. In the red-ball format, the 29-year-old has claimed 64 wickets in 18 matches at an economy of 3.71. In T20 Internationals, the Protea has hunted 35 batters in 29 games at an economy of 7.11.
In One-Day Internationals too, he is a wicket-taking bowler for his side. The speedster has claimed 34 wickets in 19 appearances at an economy of 5.83. These numbers of Nortje corroborate his potential as a bowler. He is one for the future. He has in him to play many more games for his country.&nbsp;

9. Shaheen Shah Afridi
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Pakistan is a factory that never gets tired of producing fast bowlers. Pakistan has produced many pace bowlers in international cricket. Names such as Sarfaraz Nawaz, Imran Khan, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shoaib Akhtar, Mohammad Zahid, and Umar Gul ruled the international circuit with their top-notch displays. In recent times, Pakistan have got <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/india-coach-rahul-dravid-gives-quirky-reply-to-reporters-mitchell-starc-shaheen-afridi-comparison/" title="Shaheen Afridi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shaheen Afridi</a>, who could uplift their cricketing standards with his fast bowling.
Currently, the youngster is a vital cog in all forms of the sport due to his superb bowling skills. In the last few years, riding on his excellent performances, Pakistan achieved success against quality teams. In 2022, he played a crucial role in Pakistan’s ODI series triumph against Australia in 20 years. Earlier, Afridi also helped Pakistan to register their maiden World Cup win against India in the 2021 T20 World Cup.&nbsp;
With these notable performances, he has established himself in the international arena as one of the most dangerous fast bowlers. His ability to clock over 140 km/h consistently with variations makes him lethal against batters. He is especially lethal with the new ball with his toe-crushing yorkers. Within five years of his international career, the 22-year-old has clinched 219 wickets in 104 matches for Pakistan at an economy of 4.18.&nbsp;

8. Mohammed Shami
<amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments1663065516277_Mohammed-Shami.jpeg" alt="Mohammed Shami" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/border-gavaskar-trophy-2023-ravichandran-ashwins-bizarre-celebration-takes-mohammed-shami-by-surprise/" title="Mohammed Shami">Mohammed Shami</a> is one of the most underrated bowlers in world cricket at the moment. Despite creating remarkable records for India in international cricket with his pace and skill, he hasn’t got the credit that he richly deserves. Before the emergence of Jasprit Bumrah, Shami was the leader of India’s bowling attack.
In the 2015 World Cup, Shami spearheaded India’s bowling unit brilliantly picking up 17 wickets in seven matches at a decent economy of 4.81. He also achieved a hat-trick against Afghanistan in the 2019 World Cup, thus becoming the second Indian bowler to take three in three in World Cups.
The veteran achieved another milestone in 2021 as he became the fifth Indian fast bowler to bag 200 Test wickets. In his outstanding 10-year-long career thus far, Shami has trapped 406 batters with his speed in 172 games at an economy of 4.10.&nbsp;
7. Pat Cummins
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In November 2011, 18-year-old <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/ind-vs-aus-pat-cummins-flies-home-due-to-family-heath-concerns-set-to-return-before-3rd-test/" title="Pat Cummins" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pat Cummins </a>made his international debut in style in a Test match against South Africa in Johannesburg. After trailing in the series by a 1-0 margin, Australia were looking to stun the hosts to end the series in a stalemate with a victory in Johannesburg. &nbsp;
Among adept bowlers such as Mitchell Johnson and Peter Siddle, debutant Cummins looked confident and fetched seven wickets in the match to help his team win the game with two wickets in hand. The pacer also performed brilliantly in the 2017-18 Ashes, as he ended up becoming the highest wicket-taker with 23 wickets in the coveted series.
After completing 10 years in international cricket, Cummins was made the Test skipper following Tim Paine’s resignation due to the alleged 'sexting scandal'. Holding the reins, he led the team from the front in the 2021-22 Ashes. Scalping 21 wickets in four games, he did his job efficiently to vanquish the visitors comfortably at home with his leadership skills. In October 2022, Cummins got the ODI captaincy mantle as well after Aaron Finch announced his retirement from ODIs.

6. Kagiso Rabada
<amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1672040545516_Kagsio-Rabada.jpeg" alt="Kagsio Rabada" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/social-tracker-cricket/sa20-2023-kagiso-rabada-returns-with-a-bang-after-sending-reeza-hendricks-off-stump-for-a-walk/" title="Kagiso Rabada" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kagiso Rabada</a> is one of the finest bowlers in international cricket. In 2014, he made his international debut, and the next year, he helped South Africa to win an ODI series in India. With 10 wickets in five games against the hosts, he became the highest wicket-taker in the competition along with veteran speedster Dale Steyn. &nbsp;
In January 2016, Rabada picked his best Test figures (13/144) against England in Centurion. The Protea bowler also became the eighth South African bowler to dismiss 200 batters in Test cricket during the South Africa tour of Pakistan in 2021. In November 2021, he became the first South African bowler to grab a hat-trick in the T20I format.&nbsp;
Currently, he has added 461 wickets to his profile in 200 international matches. These magnificent records and bowling numbers make him the best in business. In the next few years, his role will be crucial for South Africa to achieve success in the international circle.

5. Josh Hazlewood
<amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1666434517913_Josh--Hazlewood.jpeg" alt="Josh Hazlewood" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/josh-hazlewood-ruled-out-of-india-tour-confirms-australia-coach-andrew-mcdonald/" title="Josh Hazlewood" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Josh Hazlewood</a>&nbsp;is known for his disciplined bowling in international cricket. He is someone who can hit a consistent line and length with pace. He has troubled batters and delivered match-winning performances for Australia. The lanky bowler made his international debut in 2010. Within no time, he became an integral part of the team after his Test debut against India in 2014.
With 12 wickets in three matches of the 2014-15 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Hazlewood won the confidence of the team management. He also became an important member of Australia’s ODI team for the 2015 World Cup at home. In his national team’s fifth World Cup title triumph, he chipped in with seven wickets in five matches at an economy of 4.10.
Currently, the veteran is crucial for Australia in all three formats. In 2021, Australia trusted him for T20Is also after witnessing his superb shows with the ball for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 14th season of the cash rich Indian Premier League (IPL). The pacer also contributed to his team’s maiden T20 World Cup title victory in 2021 with 11 wickets in seven matches at an economy of 7.29.

4. Trent Boult
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In August 2022,<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/trent-boult-names-three-batters-that-he-struggled-to-bowl-to-in-t20-cricket/" title="Trent Boult" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Trent Boult </a>pulled out of his central contract to spend more time with his family and to play in T20 leagues around the globe. However, the veteran is still a vital member of the Kiwi team, as he delivers his services to his nation in mega tournaments. The 33-year-old proved his worth again in the 2022 T20 World Cup.&nbsp;
Picking eight scalps in five matches at an economy of 7.40, he became the second-leading wicket-taker for his team in the covted tournament. In his more than 11 years of career in international cricket, Boult has delivered numerous noteworthy bowling performances that won New Zealand crucial games.&nbsp;
In the 2015 World Cup held in Australia and New Zealand, his role was crucial in taking his side to the finals. The speedster clinched 22 wickets in nine games at an economy of 4.36 and became the highest wicket-taker in the competition along with Australia’s Mitchell Starc. In the 2021 Test Championship final triumph against India, he looked impactful with his 2/47 and 3/39 spells.

3. Mitchell Starc
<amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1672290355574_Mitchell-Starc.jpeg" alt="Mitchell Starc" width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img>
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/india-coach-rahul-dravid-gives-quirky-reply-to-reporters-mitchell-starc-shaheen-afridi-comparison/" title="Mitchell Starc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mitchell Starc </a>made his international debut for Australia in 2010. He became a regular member in 2012. In 2015, he became the hero of Australia’s famous World Cup title win. He was adjudged Player of the Tournament with 22 wickets in eight matches at an economy of 3.50.
 In the 2019 World Cup, he hunted 27 batters in 10 matches and ended up becoming the leading wicket-taker in ODI World Cups for second consecutive time. In the 2021-22 Ashes, he supported his skipper Pat Cummins with the ball. With 19 wickets in five matches, he became the second-highest wicket-taker in the series.
In his international career till now, he has grabbed 588 wickets for Australia in 240 matches. Currently, the 33-year-old is a premier bowler for Australia in all three formats. With his nasty bouncers and perfect yorkers, Starc possesses the capability of wreaking havoc on batters.&nbsp;

2. James Anderson
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<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/twitter-reactions-cricket/twitter-reactions-stuart-broad-james-anderson-seal-englands-thumping-victory-against-new-zealand-in-1st-test/" title="James Anderson" target="_blank" rel="noopener">James Anderson </a>deserves to be hailed for his tenacity, fitness, longevity, and perfection. At the age of 41, he is ruling Test cricket with his scintillating bowling performances. With his control and swing, he is dominating batters effortlessly with the ball. Year after year, his performances are getting better in the longest form of the sport.
The legendary English bowler is close to picking 1,000 wickets in his excellent international career. So far, he has claimed 969 for England wickets in 391 matches at an average of 26.94. The speed gun is also the highest wicket-taker for England in Tests with 682 wickets in 178 appearances so far.
With his talent and experience, he is spearheading England’s bowling attack perfectly. In the last few years, his bowling numbers are incredible. In 2021 and 2022, he bagged 75 wickets in 21 matches and now, with these consistent fine figures, he is proving the fact that age is just a number.&nbsp;

1. Jasprit Bumrah&nbsp;
<amp-img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/featureimage/Jasprit-Bumrah-against-England.jpg" alt width="640" height="400" layout="responsive" style="max-width: 100%; margin: 0;"></amp-img> <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/reports-jasprit-bumrah-to-miss-entire-border-gavaskar-trophy-2023/" title="Jasprit Bumrah" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jasprit Bumrah</a> is one of the few bowlers in international cricket who could be a match-winner in all three forms of cricket. In 2016, he joined the Indian team and got elevated due to his brilliant fast bowling. The ace player is an essential bowler for the national side alongside Mohammed Shami.
In his armoury, he keeps toe-crushing yorkers, head-high bouncers, and inswingers to bamboozle batters. Till now, he has fetched 319 international wickets in 162 contests at an average of 22.48. During India’s tour of Australia in 2018-19, he came hard on Aussie batters and clinched his best Test figures (6-33) in the Boxing Day Test at historic MCG.&nbsp;
In the 2019 World Cup, he became the most successful bowler for India. Playing his first ODI World Cup, he picked 18 wickets for the Men in Blue in nine matches at an economy of 4.41.
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To bowl fast is not everybody's cup of tea. Bowling at pace consistently is no cakewalk for it requires dedication, determination, discipline, effort, and, above all, supreme levels of fitness. In current times, when most rules tend to be favouring the batters, mastering the art of fast bowling may not be an attractive option. However, some quicks have drawn attention to themselves purely because of their jaw-dropping performances.&nbsp;
These speedsters have taken world cricket by storm with their exceptional form and skill. With their inswingers, off-cutters, bouncers, and yorkers, these pace bowlers have showcased their performances on the big stage. Currently, they pose a huge threat to batters due to their speed and accuracy, and consistent line and length.
True, fast bowlers are prone to injuries. But some of them despite going through ups and downs have not stopped delivering their best to achieve legendary status in the gentleman's game.
<h3>Here are 10 speedsters who are currently bossing the game at the international circuit:&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
10. Anrich Nortje
<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1675799466261_Anrich-Nortje.jpeg" alt="Anrich Nortje" width="640" loading="lazy">
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/aus-vs-sa-broadcasters-spider-camera-controller-suspended-from-mcg-test-after-hitting-anrich-nortje/" title="Anrich Nortje" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Anrich Nortje</a> broke into international cricket back in March 2019. Currently, he is one of the most important bowlers for South Africa across all formats. Along with Kagiso Rabada and Lungi Ngidi, he reinforces the pace attack of his national side. With his fierce pace, he has troubled a lot of batters during the past four years or so.&nbsp;
So far, he has claimed 133 wickets in 66 international games across all three formats at an economy of 4.60. In the red-ball format, the 29-year-old has claimed 64 wickets in 18 matches at an economy of 3.71. In T20 Internationals, the Protea has hunted 35 batters in 29 games at an economy of 7.11.
In One-Day Internationals too, he is a wicket-taking bowler for his side. The speedster has claimed 34 wickets in 19 appearances at an economy of 5.83. These numbers of Nortje corroborate his potential as a bowler. He is one for the future. He has in him to play many more games for his country.&nbsp;

9. Shaheen Shah Afridi
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Pakistan is a factory that never gets tired of producing fast bowlers. Pakistan has produced many pace bowlers in international cricket. Names such as Sarfaraz Nawaz, Imran Khan, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Shoaib Akhtar, Mohammad Zahid, and Umar Gul ruled the international circuit with their top-notch displays. In recent times, Pakistan have got <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/india-coach-rahul-dravid-gives-quirky-reply-to-reporters-mitchell-starc-shaheen-afridi-comparison/" title="Shaheen Afridi" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shaheen Afridi</a>, who could uplift their cricketing standards with his fast bowling.
Currently, the youngster is a vital cog in all forms of the sport due to his superb bowling skills. In the last few years, riding on his excellent performances, Pakistan achieved success against quality teams. In 2022, he played a crucial role in Pakistan’s ODI series triumph against Australia in 20 years. Earlier, Afridi also helped Pakistan to register their maiden World Cup win against India in the 2021 T20 World Cup.&nbsp;
With these notable performances, he has established himself in the international arena as one of the most dangerous fast bowlers. His ability to clock over 140 km/h consistently with variations makes him lethal against batters. He is especially lethal with the new ball with his toe-crushing yorkers. Within five years of his international career, the 22-year-old has clinched 219 wickets in 104 matches for Pakistan at an economy of 4.18.&nbsp;

8. Mohammed Shami
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<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/border-gavaskar-trophy-2023-ravichandran-ashwins-bizarre-celebration-takes-mohammed-shami-by-surprise/" title="Mohammed Shami">Mohammed Shami</a> is one of the most underrated bowlers in world cricket at the moment. Despite creating remarkable records for India in international cricket with his pace and skill, he hasn’t got the credit that he richly deserves. Before the emergence of Jasprit Bumrah, Shami was the leader of India’s bowling attack.
In the 2015 World Cup, Shami spearheaded India’s bowling unit brilliantly picking up 17 wickets in seven matches at a decent economy of 4.81. He also achieved a hat-trick against Afghanistan in the 2019 World Cup, thus becoming the second Indian bowler to take three in three in World Cups.
The veteran achieved another milestone in 2021 as he became the fifth Indian fast bowler to bag 200 Test wickets. In his outstanding 10-year-long career thus far, Shami has trapped 406 batters with his speed in 172 games at an economy of 4.10.&nbsp;
7. Pat Cummins
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In November 2011, 18-year-old <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/ind-vs-aus-pat-cummins-flies-home-due-to-family-heath-concerns-set-to-return-before-3rd-test/" title="Pat Cummins" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pat Cummins </a>made his international debut in style in a Test match against South Africa in Johannesburg. After trailing in the series by a 1-0 margin, Australia were looking to stun the hosts to end the series in a stalemate with a victory in Johannesburg. &nbsp;
Among adept bowlers such as Mitchell Johnson and Peter Siddle, debutant Cummins looked confident and fetched seven wickets in the match to help his team win the game with two wickets in hand. The pacer also performed brilliantly in the 2017-18 Ashes, as he ended up becoming the highest wicket-taker with 23 wickets in the coveted series.
After completing 10 years in international cricket, Cummins was made the Test skipper following Tim Paine’s resignation due to the alleged 'sexting scandal'. Holding the reins, he led the team from the front in the 2021-22 Ashes. Scalping 21 wickets in four games, he did his job efficiently to vanquish the visitors comfortably at home with his leadership skills. In October 2022, Cummins got the ODI captaincy mantle as well after Aaron Finch announced his retirement from ODIs.

6. Kagiso Rabada
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<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/social-tracker-cricket/sa20-2023-kagiso-rabada-returns-with-a-bang-after-sending-reeza-hendricks-off-stump-for-a-walk/" title="Kagiso Rabada" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kagiso Rabada</a> is one of the finest bowlers in international cricket. In 2014, he made his international debut, and the next year, he helped South Africa to win an ODI series in India. With 10 wickets in five games against the hosts, he became the highest wicket-taker in the competition along with veteran speedster Dale Steyn. &nbsp;
In January 2016, Rabada picked his best Test figures (13/144) against England in Centurion. The Protea bowler also became the eighth South African bowler to dismiss 200 batters in Test cricket during the South Africa tour of Pakistan in 2021. In November 2021, he became the first South African bowler to grab a hat-trick in the T20I format.&nbsp;
Currently, he has added 461 wickets to his profile in 200 international matches. These magnificent records and bowling numbers make him the best in business. In the next few years, his role will be crucial for South Africa to achieve success in the international circle.

5. Josh Hazlewood
<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1666434517913_Josh--Hazlewood.jpeg" alt="Josh Hazlewood" width="640" loading="lazy">
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/josh-hazlewood-ruled-out-of-india-tour-confirms-australia-coach-andrew-mcdonald/" title="Josh Hazlewood" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Josh Hazlewood</a>&nbsp;is known for his disciplined bowling in international cricket. He is someone who can hit a consistent line and length with pace. He has troubled batters and delivered match-winning performances for Australia. The lanky bowler made his international debut in 2010. Within no time, he became an integral part of the team after his Test debut against India in 2014.
With 12 wickets in three matches of the 2014-15 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Hazlewood won the confidence of the team management. He also became an important member of Australia’s ODI team for the 2015 World Cup at home. In his national team’s fifth World Cup title triumph, he chipped in with seven wickets in five matches at an economy of 4.10.
Currently, the veteran is crucial for Australia in all three formats. In 2021, Australia trusted him for T20Is also after witnessing his superb shows with the ball for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 14th season of the cash rich Indian Premier League (IPL). The pacer also contributed to his team’s maiden T20 World Cup title victory in 2021 with 11 wickets in seven matches at an economy of 7.29.

4. Trent Boult
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In August 2022,<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/trent-boult-names-three-batters-that-he-struggled-to-bowl-to-in-t20-cricket/" title="Trent Boult" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Trent Boult </a>pulled out of his central contract to spend more time with his family and to play in T20 leagues around the globe. However, the veteran is still a vital member of the Kiwi team, as he delivers his services to his nation in mega tournaments. The 33-year-old proved his worth again in the 2022 T20 World Cup.&nbsp;
Picking eight scalps in five matches at an economy of 7.40, he became the second-leading wicket-taker for his team in the covted tournament. In his more than 11 years of career in international cricket, Boult has delivered numerous noteworthy bowling performances that won New Zealand crucial games.&nbsp;
In the 2015 World Cup held in Australia and New Zealand, his role was crucial in taking his side to the finals. The speedster clinched 22 wickets in nine games at an economy of 4.36 and became the highest wicket-taker in the competition along with Australia’s Mitchell Starc. In the 2021 Test Championship final triumph against India, he looked impactful with his 2/47 and 3/39 spells.

3. Mitchell Starc
<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/1672290355574_Mitchell-Starc.jpeg" alt="Mitchell Starc" width="640" loading="lazy">
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/india-coach-rahul-dravid-gives-quirky-reply-to-reporters-mitchell-starc-shaheen-afridi-comparison/" title="Mitchell Starc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mitchell Starc </a>made his international debut for Australia in 2010. He became a regular member in 2012. In 2015, he became the hero of Australia’s famous World Cup title win. He was adjudged Player of the Tournament with 22 wickets in eight matches at an economy of 3.50.
 In the 2019 World Cup, he hunted 27 batters in 10 matches and ended up becoming the leading wicket-taker in ODI World Cups for second consecutive time. In the 2021-22 Ashes, he supported his skipper Pat Cummins with the ball. With 19 wickets in five matches, he became the second-highest wicket-taker in the series.
In his international career till now, he has grabbed 588 wickets for Australia in 240 matches. Currently, the 33-year-old is a premier bowler for Australia in all three formats. With his nasty bouncers and perfect yorkers, Starc possesses the capability of wreaking havoc on batters.&nbsp;

2. James Anderson
<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/attachments/James-Anderson-1.jpg" width="640" loading="lazy">
<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/twitter-reactions-cricket/twitter-reactions-stuart-broad-james-anderson-seal-englands-thumping-victory-against-new-zealand-in-1st-test/" title="James Anderson" target="_blank" rel="noopener">James Anderson </a>deserves to be hailed for his tenacity, fitness, longevity, and perfection. At the age of 41, he is ruling Test cricket with his scintillating bowling performances. With his control and swing, he is dominating batters effortlessly with the ball. Year after year, his performances are getting better in the longest form of the sport.
The legendary English bowler is close to picking 1,000 wickets in his excellent international career. So far, he has claimed 969 for England wickets in 391 matches at an average of 26.94. The speed gun is also the highest wicket-taker for England in Tests with 682 wickets in 178 appearances so far.
With his talent and experience, he is spearheading England’s bowling attack perfectly. In the last few years, his bowling numbers are incredible. In 2021 and 2022, he bagged 75 wickets in 21 matches and now, with these consistent fine figures, he is proving the fact that age is just a number.&nbsp;

1. Jasprit Bumrah&nbsp;
<img src="https://media.crictracker.com/media/featureimage/Jasprit-Bumrah-against-England.jpg" alt="" width="640" loading="lazy"> <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-news/reports-jasprit-bumrah-to-miss-entire-border-gavaskar-trophy-2023/" title="Jasprit Bumrah" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jasprit Bumrah</a> is one of the few bowlers in international cricket who could be a match-winner in all three forms of cricket. In 2016, he joined the Indian team and got elevated due to his brilliant fast bowling. The ace player is an essential bowler for the national side alongside Mohammed Shami.
In his armoury, he keeps toe-crushing yorkers, head-high bouncers, and inswingers to bamboozle batters. Till now, he has fetched 319 international wickets in 162 contests at an average of 22.48. During India’s tour of Australia in 2018-19, he came hard on Aussie batters and clinched his best Test figures (6-33) in the Boxing Day Test at historic MCG.&nbsp;
In the 2019 World Cup, he became the most successful bowler for India. Playing his first ODI World Cup, he picked 18 wickets for the Men in Blue in nine matches at an economy of 4.41.
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