Ranking Top 5 all-format bowlers in 2021
These bowlers showed a lot of consistency across format for the their respective national teams.
1. Tim Southee
Another bowler, who was considered as someone predominantly for Test cricket, Tim Southee, stamped his authority in the limited-overs formats. Southee, a legend in the game’s longest format, had a fantastic 2021 season. He was the architect behind New Zealand’s World Test Championship victory. In the second innings, he took 4/48, destroying India’s batting line-up and leading New Zealand to their first ICC title.
In ten Test matches, he took 22 wickets at an astounding average of 23.5. He had two five-wicket hauls to his name. Another performance worth a mention was his five-wicket haul in India. With his excellent line and length, he unsettled the Indian batters and notched up a five-wicket haul on a slow Kanpur pitch. His outstanding performance in India helped New Zealand salvage a hard-fought draw.
He punched above his weight in T20Is as well, in addition to his Test achievements. He was the new ball specialist and a primary enforcer for New Zealand in the middle overs. In 17 games, he took 24 wickets at an impressive economy rate of 7.26.
He included a number of variations including the wobble seam or the 3/4th seam in his arsenal. With his amazing progress in 2021, he will be capable of serving New Zealand in all formats for many more years in the future.
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