Fast bowlers can turn a game around with their pace and power. In the T20 World Cup 2024, several pacers have made a significant impact with their speed and skill. In this article, we’ll highlight the top 10 fast bowlers who have impressed fans and analysts alike with their exceptional performances in this year’s tournament. From blistering deliveries to crucial wickets, these players have shown they can handle the pressure of T20 cricket at the highest level.
Here’s a stats table with updated information for the top fast bowlers in the T20 World Cup 2024:
| Rank | Player | Country | Matches | Wickets | Best Bowling Figures | Economy Rate | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Josh Hazlewood | Australia | 3 | 3 | 2/18 vs Namibia | 6.00 | 22.00 |
| 9 | Ruben Trumpelmann | Namibia | 3 | 4 | 4/22 vs Oman | 7.20 | 19.00 |
| 8 | Haris Rauf | Pakistan | 3 | 6 | 3/21 vs India | 7.00 | 17.50 |
| 7 | Saurabh Netravalkar | USA | 3 | 4 | 2/18 vs Pakistan | 6.50 | 22.00 |
| 6 | Nuwan Thushara | Sri Lanka | 3 | 5 | 4/18 vs Bangladesh | 6.00 | 20.40 |
| 5 | Alzarri Joseph | West Indies | 3 | 8 | 4/19 vs New Zealand | 6.75 | 15.00 |
| 4 | Anrich Nortje | South Africa | 3 | 8 | 4/7 vs Sri Lanka | 5.25 | 14.00 |
| 3 | Naseem Shah | Pakistan | 3 | 5 | 3/21 vs India | 7.50 | 18.40 |
| 2 | Fazalhaq Farooqi | Afghanistan | 2 | 9 | 5/9 vs Uganda | 4.00 | 8.00 |
| 1 | Jasprit Bumrah | India | 3 | 5 | 3/23 vs Pakistan | 6.20 | 18.00 |
10. Josh Hazlewood – Australia
Josh Hazlewood has returned to cricket after taking a four-month break. Since coming back, he has played in 3 matches and has managed to take 3 wickets. His standout performance was against Namibia, where he took 2 wickets for 18 runs. This excellent bowling helped Australia secure a win and advance to the Super Eights stage of the tournament.
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9. Ruben Trumpelmann – Namibia
Ruben Trumpelmann made an impressive start in the T20 World Cup by taking 4 wickets in the match against Oman. He is known for his fast bowling and his ability to make the ball swing, which makes him a tough bowler for batsmen to face. Throughout the tournament, he has been a consistent and dependable performer for Namibia, helping his team with crucial wickets in their matches.
8. Haris Rauf – Pakistan
Haris Rauf has been making a strong impression in the T20 World Cup. Despite being 31 years old, he has been very effective with the ball. In just 3 matches, he has taken a total of 6 wickets. His best performance so far was against India, where he took 3 wickets for just 21 runs. This performance was a key highlight of his tournament and showcased his skill and impact as a fast bowler.
7. Saurabh Netravalkar – USA
Saurabh Netravalkar, a former Indian Under-19 player, has been key for the USA. As a former captain, he took 4 wickets in 3 matches. He had notable performances of 2/18 against both Pakistan and India, dismissing big names like Mohammad Rizwan, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma.
6. Nuwan Thushara – Sri Lanka
Nuwan Thushara has excelled in T20Is this year. He took 5 wickets in the T20 World Cup, with his best being 4/18 against Bangladesh, which almost guaranteed a win for Sri Lanka.
5. Alzarri Joseph – West Indies
Alzarri Joseph has been a standout bowler for the West Indies, taking 8 wickets. His performance of 4/19 against New Zealand was crucial in securing a 13-run win, helping the West Indies advance to the next round.
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4. Anrich Nortje – South Africa
Anrich Nortje has led South Africa’s strong bowling attack. His best performance was 4/7 against Sri Lanka, which dismissed them for 77 runs. He also took 2/19 against the Netherlands and 2/17 against Bangladesh, helping South Africa qualify for the Super 8s as the top team.
3. Naseem Shah – Pakistan
Even though Pakistan exited the T20 World Cup early, Naseem Shah impressed with 5 wickets. His standout performance was 3/21 against India, which was a highlight for Pakistan.
2. Fazalhaq Farooqi – Afghanistan
Fazalhaq Farooqi has been exceptional for Afghanistan, taking 9 wickets for just 26 runs in 2 games. He started with 5/9 against Uganda and continued his form with 4/17 against New Zealand.
1. Jasprit Bumrah – India
Jasprit Bumrah is the top fast bowler of the T20 World Cup 2024 so far. He has taken 5 wickets in 3 matches. His best performance was against Pakistan, where he defended 120 runs and took key wickets. He also had 2/6 against Ireland but went wicketless in the match against the USA.
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