In the fast-paced world of cricket, a well-executed yorker can be a game-changer. A delivery that lands exactly at the base of the batsman’s stumps, leaving them with little to no time to react, can be a thing of beauty. But only a few have mastered this art.
In this article, we’ll count down the top 5 best yorker bowlers in the world, who have consistently demonstrated precision, skill, and the ability to destroy opposition batting lineups with their toe-crushing deliveries.
5. Mitchell Starc
Even at 32, Starc has achieved a lot and is expected to climb higher in the rankings. He could become one of the best yorker bowlers ever.
4. Wasim Akram
Akram was also known for his incredible swing bowling, where he could make the ball move in both directions, making it very challenging for batsmen to predict where the ball would go.
3. Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar holds the world record for the fastest ball ever bowled in cricket, clocking in at 161.3 km/h. His yorkers were especially dangerous, making him one of the best in the world at bowling this type of delivery.
Learning from the great Waqar Younis, Akhtar became a master of the yorker. His best performances include taking 6 wickets for just 11 runs in a Test match and 6 wickets for 16 runs in an ODI. These achievements have solidified his place as one of the top yorker bowlers in cricket history.
2. Jasprit Bumrah
1. Lasith Malinga
One of his most memorable achievements was taking four wickets in four consecutive balls against South Africa during the 2007 World Cup. This feat is still celebrated by cricket fans today. Malinga’s ability to consistently bowl deadly Yorkers made him one of the best bowlers in cricket history, and his legacy continues to be remembered.