The year 2024 has witnessed some exceptional bowling performances across Test cricket, ODIs, and T20Is. Here, we unveil the top 10 bowlers who have dominated with their wicket-taking prowess:
1. Jasprit Bumrah (IND):
Leading the attack is India’s pace sensation, Jasprit Bumrah. He has claimed a staggering 42 wickets in just 13 matches across all formats. His ability to consistently take wickets with an economy rate of under 5 highlights his lethal bowling skills.
2. Josh Hazlewood (AUS):
Australia’s dependable fast bowler, Josh Hazlewood, closely follows Bumrah with 39 wickets in 16 matches. His consistency and accuracy make him a vital cog in the Australian bowling attack.
3. Wanindu Hasaranga (SL):
Sri Lankan spinner Wanindu Hasaranga takes the third spot with a remarkable 36 wickets in 16 matches. His variations and control over spin bowling put batsmen in a constant state of confusion.
4. Shaheen Shah Afridi (PAK):
Young Pakistani paceman Shaheen Shah Afridi has announced himself on the world stage with 32 wickets in 18 matches. His raw pace and ability to swing the ball make him a threat to any batting lineup.
5. A Shared Fifth Place:
A tie for fifth place emerges with two impressive bowlers:
- Alzarri Joseph (WI): The West Indian quick bowler has bagged 32 wickets in 16 matches.
- Mark Adair (IRE): The Irish swing bowler has surprised many with his 31 wickets in 15 matches.
Following Closely:
The list continues with some other prominent bowlers who have made their mark in 2024:
Kuldeep Yadav (IND): The Indian spinner has picked up 30 wickets in 10 matches, showcasing his comeback potential.
Matt Henry (NZ): The New Zealand pacer has impressed with 30 wickets in just 9 matches, highlighting his impactful spells.
Fazalhaq Farooqi (AFG): The young Afghan quick has surprised everyone with 30 wickets in 21 matches, showcasing his talent and potential.
Taskin Ahmed (BAN): The Bangladeshi pacer has scalped 28 wickets in 16 matches, proving to be a valuable asset to his team.
| Player | Mat | Wkts | BBI |
| J Bumrah (IND) | 13 | 42 | 6/45 |
| J Hazlewood (AUS) | 16 | 39 | 5/31 |
| W Hasaranga (SL) | 16 | 36 | 7/19 |
| Shaheen Afridi (PAK) | 18 | 32 | 4/30 |
| A Joseph (WI) | 16 | 32 | 4/19 |
| M Adair (IRE) | 15 | 31 | 5/39 |
| Kuldeep Yadav (IND) | 10 | 30 | 5/72 |
| M Henry (NZ) | 9 | 30 | 7/67 |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi (AFG) | 21 | 30 | 5/9 |
| Taskin Ahmed (BAN) | 16 | 28 | 3/14 |
A Year of Bowling Brilliance:
2024 has been a fantastic year for bowling, with both established and upcoming talents leaving their mark. It will be exciting to see these bowlers continue their fight for supremacy and witness new names emerge in the upcoming seasons.