The discussion about the biggest bowlers in ODI history is what seems to have no end. With cricket evolution for decades, fans and experts often talk, who are really standing at the height of the game in the form of 50. While strokes get the spotlight, they are the bowlers who often turn the game on his head with the ability , their control and their impact.
From the kings of the past to the fiery pacers of the modern era, the list of legendary ODI pellets continues to develop, each with their own unique set of skills and archives. Within this ongoing discussion, former cricket JacherOne of India’s best fast bowlers, recently shared his personal list of top 5 bowlers in Odi Cricket, recognizing the impact these players had on the game over time.
Zaheer Khan quotes his top 5 bowlers in Odi Cricket
In a discussion on Cricbuzz, Zaheer Khan underlined the contributions of some of the biggest pellets in Odi’s history.
The sultan of swing
Zaheer could not overlook legendary Wasim akramwho believes he had an undeniable impact on cricket ODI. With his unparalleled swing, his precise yorkers and his variants, Akram was a player for Pakistan. Akram, who played 356 Odis and got 502 wickets, was the first bowler to cross the 500 Wicket in the format. Zaheer praised his ability to use his rhythm and ability to dominate, especially with his ability to bowl around and above the wicket.
“There were a lot of international pellers around me, who made a very good impact. Wasim Akram is obviously one of those names that were harmful to this form, with his variants, those yorkers, passing around the wicket, above Wicket, and using these late.
Australian maestro
Zaheer also expressed admiration for Australian Fast Bowler Glenn McGrathwho was known for his incredible accuracy and simplicity in action. “McGrath’s extra bounce and his ability to influence the new ball were remarkable,” Zaheer said.
The consequence of McGrath, throughout his career, allowed him to maintain the pressure on the Batsmen and claim wicked in shapes, making him one of the most reliable bowlers in Odi history.
“Another name I really looked at and was Glenn McGrath. With the precision he had, the simplicity in action and the additional bounce and the influence with the new ball, it was something that was very obvious throughout his career, in all forms ” Zaheer explained.
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Pakistan’s feeling
When we talk about an impact, Waqar YounisThe name is never far behind. Zaheer emphasized Younis’ ability to hit in basic moments, showing ODI’s notable statistics, including 416 wickets in 262 matches.
“Let’s talk about Waqar Younis. You’re talking about the strike rate. You’re talking about the impact. If you look at its numbers (416 wickets in 262 Odis), it’s right there, and especially the number that is impressive is the number of finishing (13) that has taken in ODI format just throughout his career. Thus, the impact was apparent in terms of the existence of this impressive capacity, “ added zaheer.
The legend of Sri Lanka
Zaheer also recognized Sri Lanka Chaminda vaas for its cohesion and control, especially in hypothetical conditions. Vaas was known for his accuracy with the new ball and his ability to maintain the pressure on the Batsmen with the disciplined line and his length made him an aggressive player for Sri Lanka. His control allowed his team to win critical discoveries, especially at critical times.
“Chaminda Vaas is another bowler I feel must be there. His impact, if you go to see, was pretty much with the new ball. In the subjective conditions, to have this kind of accuracy, keeping things simple and He was very detrimental to giving this control to his team with line length, precision and consistency ”, declared the Indian rhythm myth.
The superstar of South Africa
Finally, Zaheer could not leave South Africa Dale Steynwho was known for his fiery approach and fast outswingers. Steyn’s rhythm, coupled with his ability to quickly pass the crease, made him one of the most frightened fast -paced Odi Cricket. Zaheer emphasized Steyn’s ability to maintain his intensity and influence throughout his career, making him a constant threat to opposition strokes.
“Dale Steyn is someone we all know with his fiery approach, with his quick outswingers. It is something. You know, what impacts were there. Zaheer added further.
