A look at the best pacers of IPL 2018
Bowlers have enjoyed their time in the Indian Premier League 2018. Both pacers and spinners have picked up plenty of wickets. The impact of pace bowlers has been a striking factor at the death. From foreign recruits to domestic stars, this term we have witnessed some top notch fast bowling performances. Here we look at the best pace bowlers of the season.
Andrew Tye - Kings XI Punjab
The Australian limited-over specialist has once again been on top of his game in 2018 IPL. After picking 12 wickets in 2017 for Gujarat Lions in six matches, this year he has been a pivotal factor for KXIP. 16 wickets in 10 matches sees him hold the Purple Cap. His 4/34 against RR was a class act and he is KXIP's main weapon.
Siddarth Kaul - Sunrisers Hyderabad
Kaul is one bowler who has really impressed everyone with his vision and accuracy this season. Kaul has been a vital force for the Sunrisers in winning five successive games. He has notched 13 wickets at an economy rate of 7.05. His performance in 2018 IPL earned him a place in India's ODI and T20I squad for the tour of UK.
Umesh Yadav - Royal Challengers Bangalore
His pace and precision has been a delight in IPL 2018. Umesh has bowled with a lot of heart and steam which helped him pick regular wickets. One can say the fast bowler is back to his best and gave a good account of himself under Virat Kohli's leadership. 14 wickets and a place in the Indian team, Umesh is flying.
Jasprit Bumrah - Mumbai Indians
He has been on top of his game for MI this term and his prowess at the death makes him a dangerous customer. Time and time again in MI's victories, he has bowled a brilliant 19th over to help his side cross the line. Even in MI's close defeats, Bumrah played his part. What makes him stand out is his economy of 6.92.
Trent Boult - Delhi Daredevils
Delhi's campaign may be in tatters, but Boult's performances is one of the positives for them. The Kiwi continued his excellent start to 2018 and carried his international form into the IPL as well. His wicket-taking attributes are well known of and he displayed the same this season. Banking on the chances, he has become Daredevils' premier bowler with 13 wickets to his name.
