Dangerous bowlers in cricket history


Here is the list of top 13 dangerous bowlers in cricket history

1-   Shoaib Akhtar(Pakistan): also known as the "Rawalpindi Express," was a former Pakistani cricketer and one of the fastest bowlers in the history of the game. His blistering pace and aggressive style of bowling made him a formidable opponent for batsmen around the world. His aggressive bowling style and the fear factor he generated made him a dangerous bowler. Shoaib Akhtar's records and achievements further validate his impact as a dangerous bowler. He remains the fastest bowler in the history of cricket, having bowled at a speed of 161.3 kilometers per hour (100.23 miles per hour) against England in 2003. He also holds the record for the most number of deliveries exceeding 150 kilometers per hour.



2-   Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka): Muttiah Muralitharan is regarded as one of the greatest spin bowlers in cricket history. He holds the record for the most wickets in Test cricket, with 800 wickets in 133 matches. Muralitharan was known for his unorthodox bowling action and ability to spin the ball sharply, causing trouble for batsmen.



3-   Shane Warne (Australia): Shane Warne is another legendary spin bowler who dominated the cricketing world with his leg spin. He is widely considered one of the best leg-spinners in history. Warne claimed 708 wickets in 145 Test matches and was known for his ability to deceive batsmen with his prodigious turn and variations.



4-     Wasim Akram (Pakistan): Wasim Akram is often regarded as one of the greatest left-arm fast bowlers in cricket history. He possessed great control over swing and seam, making him a lethal bowler. Akram took 414 wickets in 104 Test matches and 502 wickets in 356 One-Day Internationals (ODIs).

  • Test Cricket Career: Imran Khan played Test cricket for Pakistan from 1971 to 1992. During this period, he played 88 Test matches and scored 3,807 runs as a batsman. He was also a formidable fast bowler, taking 362 wickets at an average of 22.81 runs per wicket.
  • One-Day International (ODI) Career: Imran Khan played 175 ODIs for Pakistan. He scored 3,709 runs and took 182 wickets. He was a crucial all-rounder for the team.
  • World Cup Victory: Imran Khan led the Pakistan cricket team to its first-ever ICC Cricket World Cup victory in 1992. He was the captain of the team, and Pakistan defeated England in the final to win the tournament.
  • All-rounder Status: Imran Khan is often considered one of the best all-rounders in the history of cricket. He was known for his ability to contribute both with the bat and the ball.
  • Hat-trick: Imran Khan achieved a Test match hat-trick against Australia in 1982. He took the wickets of Rod Marsh, Bruce Yardley, and Geoff Lawson in three consecutive deliveries.
  • Fastest 1000 Runs and 100 Wickets in Tests: Imran Khan was the fastest player at the time to achieve the double of 1000 runs and 100 wickets in Test cricket. He accomplished this feat in just 75 Test matches.
  • Captaincy: Imran Khan was an inspirational captain for Pakistan. Under his leadership, Pakistan achieved several notable victories and became a competitive team on the international stage.
  • Wisden Cricketer of the Year: Imran Khan was named one of Wisden Cricketers of the Year in 1983, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the sport.
  • Retirement: Imran Khan retired from international cricket after leading Pakistan to World Cup victory in 1992. His final Test match was against Sri Lanka in January 1992.




5-     Glenn McGrath (Australia): Glenn McGrath was a highly skilled right-arm fast bowler known for his accuracy and consistency. He was a key member of the dominant Australian cricket team. McGrath claimed 563 wickets in 124 Test matches, and his ability to exploit movement off the pitch made him a dangerous opponent.


6-      Brett Lee (Australia) one of Australia's most successful fast bowlers, had an impressive record throughout his career, which contributed to his reputation as a dangerous and impactful bowler. Wickets: He took 380 wickets at an average of 23.36, including 9 five-wicket hauls and 25 four-wicket. Lee was renowned for his express pace and was consistently among the fastest bowlers of his era. He regularly clocked speeds above 150 km/h (93 mph) and occasionally touched 160 km/h (99 mph). Lee played a crucial role in Australia's World Cup victories in 2003 and 2007. He was the leading wicket-taker in the 2003 edition, taking 22 wickets at an average of 17.90.



7-     Dale Steyn (South Africa): Dale Steyn was one of the most feared fast bowlers of his time. He combined raw pace with excellent control and swing, making him a challenging bowler to face. Steyn took 439 wickets in 93 Test matches and was known for his aggressive and attacking style of bowling.




8-    Curtly Ambrose (West Indies): Curtly Ambrose was a formidable fast bowler from the West Indies. Standing at 6 feet 7 inches tall, he generated steep bounce and movement off the pitch. Ambrose claimed 405 wickets in 98 Test matches and formed a fearsome partnership with Courtney Walsh.



9-     Malcolm Marshall (West Indies): Marshall was an exceptional fast bowler from the West Indies known for his lethal pace and aggression. He possessed a smooth and effortless action and could generate both swing and bounce.



10-      Waqar Younis (Pakistan): Known as the "Toe Crusher," Waqar was a fast bowler who specialized in bowling yorkers at high speed. His reverse swing and deadly yorker made him a dangerous proposition for batsmen.



11-     Courtney Walsh (West Indies): Walsh was a fast bowler known for his relentless accuracy and ability to generate bounce from any pitch. He was a great competitor and formed a formidable partnership with Curtly Ambrose.



12-      Mitchell Starc  (Australia): has an impressive track record in both Test and limited-overs cricket. As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, Starc had taken more than 250 Test wickets and over 190 ODI wickets. He is known for his ability to generate pace and swing the ball, making him a challenging bowler to face. Starc has been a key contributor to Australia's success in various cricket tournaments.



13-      Muhammad Amir (Pakistan): a left-arm fast bowler from Pakistan, burst onto the international scene with his exceptional skills. He had a successful start to his career but unfortunately faced a setback due to a ban imposed on him for involvement in spot-fixing. However, he made a comeback in 2016 and continued to showcase his talent. As of September 2021, Amir had more than 100 Test wickets and over 150 ODI wickets. He was known for his ability to generate movement with the new ball and troubled many batsmen with his pace.