In the World Cup, the 5-wicket haul is most important because it transforms the match result. There are few bowlers who bagged a 5 wicket haul in the WC. Today we will discuss those super hero bowlers who put a mark on the annal of cricket history by hunting down 5 wickets in The 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup.
Mustafizur Rahman
Span: 2019
Matches: 8
Wickets: 20
Best Bowling: 5/59
Average: 24.20
Economy Rate: 6.70
Strike Rate: 21.65
Mustafizur Rahman, the ‘Fizz’ from Bangladesh, was a key figure in his team’s journey in the 2019 World Cup. His deceptive off-cutters and variations helped him claim 20 wickets in just 8 matches, with a best figure of 5/59 against Afghanistan.
Mitchell Starc
Span: 2019
Matches: 10
Wickets: 27
Best Bowling: 5/26
Average: 18.59
Economy Rate: 5.43
Strike Rate: 20.51
Australia’s Mitchell Starc was the tournament’s leading wicket-taker, finishing with a staggering 27 wickets. His left-arm pace and deadly yorkers left batsmen struggling. His best figures of 5/26 against New Zealand were a testament to his skill and consistency.
Mohammed Shami
Span: 2019
Matches: 4
Wickets: 14
Best Bowling: 5/69
Average: 13.78
Economy Rate: 5.48
Strike Rate: 15.07
India’s Mohammed Shami made a significant impact in the limited opportunities he had. His lethal seam bowling earned him 14 wickets, with a best of 5/69 against England, showcasing his ability to strike at crucial moments.
JP Behrendorff
Span: 2019
Matches: 5
Wickets: 9
Best Bowling: 5/44
Average: 25.22
Economy Rate: 5.13
Strike Rate: 29.44
Another Australian, Jason Behrendorff, made a mark with his left-arm seam bowling. His best performance came against England when he picked up 5/44, proving his worth as a valuable asset in the bowling department.
Shaheen Shah Afridi
Span: 2019
Matches: 5
Wickets: 16
Best Bowling: 6/35
Average: 14.62
Economy Rate: 4.96
Strike Rate: 17.68
Pakistan’s Shaheen Shah Afridi was a revelation with his ability to move the ball both ways. His exceptional figures of 6/35 against Bangladesh demonstrated his potential to become a bowling sensation in the years to come.
Jimmy Neesham
Span: 2019
Matches: 10
Wickets: 15
Best Bowling: 5/31
Average: 19.46
Economy Rate: 5.35
Strike Rate: 21.80
New Zealand’s Jimmy Neesham was the Kiwis’ go-to all-rounder. With 15 wickets in 10 matches, including a 5/31 against Afghanistan, he played a pivotal role in New Zealand’s journey to the World Cup final.
Mohammad Amir
Span: 2019
Matches: 8
Wickets: 17
Best Bowling: 5/30
Average: 21.05
Economy Rate: 4.90
Strike Rate: 25.76
Mohammad Amir’s swing and pace made him a constant threat. His best performance of 5/30 against Australia was a testament to his skills and his ability to trouble even the best batsmen in the world.
Shakib Al Hasan
Span: 2019
Matches: 8
Wickets: 11
Best Bowling: 5/29
Average: 36.27
Economy Rate: 5.39
Strike Rate: 40.36
Shakib Al Hasan, the star all-rounder from Bangladesh, had a decent outing with the ball. His 5/29 against Afghanistan was a standout performance, although he primarily contributed with the bat throughout the tournament.
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