The IPL 2022 Mega Auction has several things to be anticipated. One of them being who is going to be the most expensive pick. Over the years fast bowlers are the ones making the most money. Last season we had Chris Morris bagging 16 Crore Indian Rupees and so did Pat Cummins. Riley Meredith and Jhye Richardson also took a lot of money home. So, who are the Top 5 Overseas fast bowlers in IPL 2022 Mega Auction? Who are the top 5 overseas fast bowlers in IPL 2022 that will make the most money? Here is a look:
5) Mark Wood:
Having express pace puts Mark Wood in the list of Top 5 Overseas Fast Bowlers. On Indian pitches where the ball comes to slow onto the bat, it is habitual for the domestic players. But when the domestic players will play the pace of Mark Wood, they are bound to get surprised. Wood consistently hits speeds of 145+ kmph and this gives him an added advantage. His bouncer is also pinpointed. The pitch at Ahmedabad or Dharmshala can help Mark Wood become the face of IPL.
4) Mitchell Starc is one of the Top 5 Overseas Fast Bowlers:
After 6 long years, Mitchell Starc has finally shown interest to sign up for an IPL team. In a recent interview, Mitchell put forth his idea. Starc has previously played for RCB and KKR. Mitchell Starc does not need to prove his abilities to anyone as he has been there and done that! Year after year, Starc has been exceptional in all formats of the game. When the time comes it is always Mitchell Starc who puts his A-Game forward.
3) Trent Boult:
After having 2 amazing seasons for the Mumbai Indians, Trent Boult will be again available in the IPL 2022 Mega Auction. Boult was a major reason for the victory of the Mumbai Indians in 2020. He has also worked on death bowling and has become great at that notion. His express pace gives an added advantage.
2) Pat Cummins:
Pat Cummins is bound to have another big paycheque. After taking up the captaincy for the Australian test team, his portfolio has improved. Cummins was one of the biggest buys in the IPL Auction last season. His bowling abilities are never in question. Cummins can be an integral part of the leadership group as well. His experience will help the local boys grow.
Honorable Mention:
- Marco Jansen
- Jofra Archer (Subject to fitness)
- Josh Hazlewood
1) Kagiso Rabada is one of the Top 5 Overseas Fast Bowlers:
After the Delhi Capitals released KG Rabada, he has become one of the Top 5 Overseas Fast Bowlers. Rabada has set an extremely elite pedestal. Kagiso belongs to a league of his own. One can never forget the yorkers that Rabada bowled to Andre Russel in IPL 2020. He made Dre Russ struggle! This is just one incident of Rabada’s genius and he is bound to go over 12 Crore Indian Rupees!