We’re already a few weeks in for the T20 ICC Men’s World Cup 2024, and the matches have been delivering thrilling viewing experiences. Of course, fans are continuously on the lookout for teams performing impressively this year, as well as the players who have been doing their best to bring their teams closer to the championship.
Aside from the champions, we’re sure many are also looking forward to knowing which players will get the special awards. So, if you check the latest T20 World Cup betting odds, you might also get predictions on which players will get awarded the Golden Ball, Golden Bat, and Player of the Match and Tournament Awards.
Now, there are still a lot of matches to look forward to, so it could be tough to predict exactly who would bag any of the said awards. But in this article, we’ll have a look at the players with best averages so far, especially in terms of bowling.
Best Averages of the T20 World Cup 2024 So Far
Before we talk about the top players in-depth, here are the latest best averages based on the ICC’s official website.
**Updated as of 06/18/24
R Ravindra (New Zealand)
Ravindra has been an economical bowler for New Zealand, maintaining a low economy rate of 4.50 while also picking up crucial wickets. In just 3 overs spread across 3 matches, he has conceded a mere 9 runs while claiming 2 crucial wickets.
His best figures of 2/9 don't even do justice to how economical and threatening he has been. Ravindra boasts an incredible average of 4.50 and an outrageous economy rate of 4.50 – numbers that would make any bowler green with envy.
OC McCoy (West Indies)
Though he's only had one opportunity so far, Obed McCoy made sure to leave an indelible mark on the tournament. The left-arm pacer was virtually unplayable in his opening spell, generating prodigious movement to dismantle the opposition batting.
McCoy's figures of 3/14 from 3 overs look spectacular on paper but witnessed live, it was a masterclass in fast bowling. With an average of 4.66 and an economy of 4.66, he has laid down an early marker for the West Indies attack.
T Shamsi (South Africa)
The South African wrist-spinner has continued his rich vein of form, bamboozling batters with his seemingly infinite bag of tricks. In his sole outing thus far, Shamsi spun a web of deception, snaring 4 wickets while conceding just 19 runs from his 4 overs.
His magical spell of 4/19 was an exhibition of his mastery over flight, drift, and turn. Boasting an average of 4.75 and an economy of 4.75, Shamsi has once again proven to be a nightmare for batting units.
TG Southee (New Zealand)
Southee, a seasoned campaigner, has been a consistent performer for New Zealand with seven wickets in three matches. His experience and ability to swing the ball make him a lethal weapon in the bowling attack.
TA Boult (New Zealand)
While his new-ball partner Southee has set the tone, Trent Boult has followed through with venom of his own. The left-arm has made the new ball talk across 4 matches, snapping up 9 wickets at an average of just 6.55.
As one of the tournament's most threatening new-ball pairings, we can surely say that he has played a pivotal role in New Zealand's dominance.
Fazalhaq Farooqi (Afghanistan)
Undoubtedly, the standout bowler of the tournament so far has been Fazalhaq Farooqi from Afghanistan. With an astounding 12 wickets in just four matches, Farooqi has consistently delivered match-winning performances.
His accuracy, ability to bowl yorkers, and variations have left batsmen flummoxed, making him a leading contender for the top bowler award.
AJ Hosein (West Indies)
The West Indian left-arm spinner has been an ever-reliable presence, consistently delivering wickets while keeping the runs in check. Across 4 matches, Hosein has snared 9 wickets while conceding just 62 runs in his 15 overs - maintaining an impressive economy rate of 4.13.
His best figures of 5/11 showcased his guile and accuracy. With an average of 6.88, Hosein has formed a formidable spin partnership alongside the fiery Akeal Hosein, tormenting batters during the middle overs.
Conclusion
Those are just some of the best averages so far, and noteworthy players that might be the top bowlers for this year’s World Cup.
Be sure to catch all the matches on sports channels like Sky Sports. You can also stream them on platforms like Hotstar and JioCinema. The World Cup final is scheduled for June 29, 2024, at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown.
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