By Vipin
December 04, 2023
Shoaib Akhtar, also known as the 'Rawalpindi Express,' is the fastest bowler in cricket history, having bowled the fastest ball ever recorded at 161.3 km/h (100.23 mph) during the 2003 ICC World Cup.
Australian fast bowler Brett Lee is known for his fiery pace and aggressive style of play. He bowled the second-fastest ball in cricket history at 161.1 km/h (100.14 mph) during a match against New Zealand in 2005.
Australian fast bowler Shaun Tait was known for his explosive pace and accuracy. He bowled the third-fastest ball in cricket history at 161.1 km/h (100.14 mph) during a match against England in 2010.
Jeff Thomson was one of the fastest bowlers in cricket history, known for his lightning-fast pace and aggressive bowling style. He bowled the fourth-fastest ball ever recorded at 160.6 km/h (99.66 mph) during a match against West Indies in 1975.
Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc is one of the most feared bowlers in modern-day cricket, known for his left-arm swing and searing pace. He bowled the fifth-fastest ball in cricket history at 160.4 km/h (99.57 mph) during a match against New Zealand in 2015.