In the exciting world of cricket, five bowlers have stood out because they’re really good at what they do. They not only bowl well and consistently but also have the knack for changing the course of a game. Fans love watching them play, and batsmen find them tough to face.
These bowlers include experienced players like Ravindra Jadeja and Mitchell Starc, as well as rising stars like Shaheen Afridi, Mohammed Siraj, and Kuldeep Yadav. They’ve played a big part in their teams winning matches.
Let’s take a look at the top five bowlers of 2023, and it turns out most of them are from India
1. Ravindra Jadeja
Ravindra Jadeja had an amazing year in 2023, showing he’s one of the best all-rounders in cricket. He played 35 matches in different game types and bowled 39 times, taking an impressive 66 wickets with an average of 23.74. What makes him stand out isn’t just how many wickets he gets, but also how few runs he gives away, with an economy rate of 3.38. He’s really good at changing the speed and angle of his throws, and he understands different kinds of pitches, which makes him tough to play against. He had three games where he took five wickets and one where he took ten, showing he’s a really strong and flexible bowler. Besides his bowling, he’s also quick and skilled in the field, and he’s helpful with the bat, making him a great asset for his team.
2. Kuldeep Yadav
Kuldeep Yadav had an amazing year in 2023. He showed he’s back as a top spinner in international cricket. In 39 matches, he bowled 38 times and got 63 batters out, with an average of 18.85 runs per wicket. He’s really good at getting wickets consistently. Also, his economy rate of 4.75 shows he’s been effective. Kuldeep’s tricky wrist spin confuses batters, and he’s got some great variations. He took five wickets in a match twice this year, showing he can change the game by himself. Overall, he’s become a key player in his team’s bowling lineup again.
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3. Mitchell Starc
Mitchell Starc had a great year in 2023, showing why he’s one of the scariest fast bowlers in the world. He played 23 matches and bowled 30 times, getting 63 batters out with an average of about 29 runs per wicket. His economy rate, which shows how many runs he concedes per over, is 5.00, indicating he goes for wickets aggressively, even if it means giving away a few extra runs. Starc is known for his ability to bowl fast and swing the ball, especially at the start of the game. This makes him really important for his team’s bowling lineup. He had two games this year where he got five wickets, showing he can deliver when it matters most. His intimidating presence and the mental pressure he puts on batsmen are big reasons why he’s been so successful all year.
4. Shaheen Afridi
Shaheen Afridi has been really good in 2023, showing how good he is at bowling fast in international games. He played 30 matches and got 62 wickets in 34 innings. That’s an average of 27.80 wickets per game. He doesn’t let batsmen score easily, with his economy rate of 4.81. Afridi is always aggressive, making it tough for batsmen with his speed and tricky deliveries. He’s tall, which helps him get extra bounce, and he can swing the ball both ways. This makes it hard for batsmen all over the world. He’s shown he can handle the pressure by taking five wickets in a match twice. Afridi’s been so good that he’s not just an important player for his team, but also one of the most exciting young fast bowlers in cricket right now.
5. Mohammed Siraj
Mohammed Siraj’s career up to 2023 has been a tale of redemption and skill. He played in 34 matches and bowled in 37 innings, taking 60 wickets with an average of 23.78. His economy rate of 4.39 shows he’s good at not giving away too many runs while taking wicket regularly. Siraj is great at bowling with the seam, making the ball move in different directions, and using the pitch cleverly to make it hard for batsmen to hit. He’s shown he can handle pressure by getting two five-wicket hauls this year. Siraj has improved a lot as a bowler, going from being new and inexperienced to being more polished and smart, which has made him a key part of India’s bowling team.
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