Top 10 speedsters in international cricket
These ten pacers have been dominating the international arena, and have posed a threat to the opposition across all formats.
4. Trent Boult
In August 2022, Trent Boult 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.
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.
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.
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