New Zealand's best bowlers 

New Zealand has a rich history of producing skilled and talented bowlers. Here are some of the best bowlers to have represented New Zealand in cricket:

1-  Sir Richard Hadlee: 

Widely considered one of the greatest fast bowlers in cricket history, Sir Richard Hadlee was a dominant force for New Zealand during the 1970s and 1980s. He was known for his exceptional swing bowling and ability to take wickets consistently. Richard Hadlee is often regarded as one of the greatest fast bowlers in cricket history. He was the first bowler to take 400 wickets in Test cricket at the time of his retirement. His Test bowling average of under 23 speaks to his brilliance.

  • Role: Right-arm fast-medium bowler
  • International Career: 1973-1990
  • Role: Right-arm fast-medium
  • Test Career: 1973-1990
  • ODIs: 1973-1990

Sir Richard Hadlee Achievements:

  • One of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history.
  • Took 431 wickets in Test cricket.
  • First player to reach 400 wickets in Test cricket.
  • Knighted for his services to cricket.

2-  Daniel Vettori: 

An all-time great spinner, Daniel Vettori was a key figure in New Zealand cricket for many years. He was a left-arm spinner known for his accuracy, control, and ability to outfox batsmen with his variations. Daniel Vettori was a world-class spinner and a key figure in New Zealand cricket for many years. He was known for his accuracy and ability to control the game with his left-arm spin. He also contributed significantly as a lower-order batsman.

  • Role: Left-arm orthodox spin
  • Test Career: 1997-2014
  • ODIs: 1997-2015

Sir Richard Hadlee Achievements:

  • Most capped New Zealand player in both Tests and ODIs.
  • Took 362 wickets in Test cricket.
  • Excellent fielder and a handy lower-order batsman.

3-  Shane Bond: 

Known for his express pace and ability to generate bounce, Shane Bond was a fearsome fast bowler for New Zealand. Injuries limited his international career, but his impact was significant during the time he played. Shane Bond was a fast bowler known for his raw pace and ability to trouble batsmen with his speed. Unfortunately, his career was marred by injuries, but he left a lasting impact.

Shane Bond Achievements:

  • Known for his express pace.
  • Took 87 wickets in Test cricket and 147 wickets in ODIs.
  • Injuries limited his international appearances, but he made a significant impact when fit.
  • Role: Right-arm fast
  • Test Career: 2001-2009
  • ODIs: 2002-2010

4-  Trent Boult: 

Currently one of New Zealand's premier fast bowlers, Trent Boult is known for his ability to swing the ball both ways at a brisk pace. He has been a consistent wicket-taker in all formats of the game. Trent Boult is another left-arm pacer who has been instrumental in New Zealand's success. He forms a formidable new-ball partnership with Tim Southee and is known for his ability to move the ball in the air.

  • Role: Left-arm fast-medium
  • Test Career: 2011-present
  • ODIs: 2012-present

5-  Martin Crowe: 

While primarily known as a top-order batsman, Martin Crowe also contributed as a medium-pacer for New Zealand. His intelligent bowling complemented his batting prowess. International Debut: Cairns made his international debut for New Zealand in 1989 in both Test and One-Day International (ODI) cricket.

  • All-Round Abilities: He was primarily known for his aggressive and powerful batting as well as his medium-fast bowling. His ability to contribute significantly with both bat and ball made him a valuable asset to the New Zealand team.
  • Test Cricket: Cairns played 62 Test matches for New Zealand, scoring over 3,000 runs and taking more than 200 wickets. He had a Test century to his name as well.
  • One-Day Internationals: In ODIs, he played 215 matches, accumulating over 4,000 runs and taking more than 200 wickets.
  • Injuries: Throughout his career, Cairns battled with injuries, which often interrupted his playing time. However, when fit, he was a match-winner for New Zealand.

6-  Sir Tim Southee:

  • Role: Right-arm fast-medium
  • Test Career: 2008-present (as of my last update)
  • ODIs: 2008-present

Tim Southee is one of New Zealand's premier fast bowlers. He has consistently taken wickets in all formats of the game and played a vital role in New Zealand's success. His ability to swing the ball both ways makes him a potent force. Southee is another prominent fast bowler who has been a mainstay in New Zealand's bowling attack. He is known for his ability to extract movement off the pitch and his skillful use of swing.

Tim Southee Achievements:

  • Part of New Zealand's successful pace attack.
  • Achieved numerous milestones as a bowler in Test and ODI cricket.
  • Known for his ability to move the ball both ways.

7-  Neil Wagner:

  • Full Name: Neil Wagner
  • Role: Left-arm fast-medium bowler
  • International Career

Neil Wagner Achievements:

  • Known for his aggressive and relentless style of bowling.
  • Part of New Zealand's successful Test bowling lineup.
  • Capable of delivering long spells and consistently picking wickets.

These are just a few of the many talented bowlers that New Zealand has produced over the years. Each of these players has left a significant mark on the cricketing world and has contributed to New Zealand's success in various formats of the game.