Jul 12 , 2023

Top 9 Fastest Bowlers in Cricket History

By True Scoop

Shoaib Akhtar (Pakistan): Known as the Rawalpindi Express, Akhtar holds the record for the fastest recorded delivery, reaching 161.3 kmh (100.23 mph).

Brett Lee (Australia): Known for his raw speed, Lee consistently bowled above 150 kmh (93 mph) and troubled batsmen with his aggressive pace.

Shaun Tait (Australia): Tait consistently delivered balls around 150 kmh (93 mph) and was one of the fastest bowlers of his time.

Jeff Thomson (Australia): Renowned for his sheer pace, Thomson terrorized batsmen in the 1970s, bowling consistently above 150 kmh (93 mph).

Mitchell Johnson (Australia): Johnson's left-arm pace regularly touched speeds above 150 kmh (93 mph), making him a formidable force in international cricket.

Fidel Edwards (West Indies): Edwards consistently bowled above 150 kmh (93 mph), generating fearsome pace and bounce.

Dale Steyn (South Africa): Steyn combined skill and speed, consistently bowling around 145-150 kmh (90-93 mph) and being a potent wicket-taker.

Andy Roberts (West Indies): Roberts was one of the fastest bowlers of his time, known for generating raw pace and hostility.

Allan Donald (South Africa): Donald, also known as White Lightning, consistently bowled above 145 kmh (90 mph) and troubled batsmen with his pace and accuracy.