Dale Steyn Names Top 5 Pacers For World Cup 2023; Excludes Bumrah

Mohammed Siraj has been in astounding form in 2023 

Former South African speedster, Dale Steyn, has laid out his picks for the top five pacers to keep an eye on in the upcoming World Cup 2023. Steyn's list comes as no surprise, given the outstanding performances of these bowlers in recent times.

Siraj leads Steyn's World Cup pacer predictions

Topping Steyn's list is India's spearhead, Mohammed Siraj. Siraj's magnificent rise in 2023, from 137th to the coveted number-one spot in the ODI bowling rankings, has stunned fans worldwide. His remarkable consistency, highlighted during Asia Cup 2023, and his knack for swinging the ball to dispatch established batsmen has made him a force to be reckoned with.

"So my five fast bowlers to watch out in this tournament are Mohammad Siraj from India. Swings the ball up front, knocks over big batters. Key player for India," remarked Steyn.

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Next up, Steyn has placed his bets on South Africa's primary pacer, Kagiso Rabada, especially in the absence of Anrich Nortje. With extensive experience on Indian pitches, Rabada is well-positioned to be a game-changer for the Proteas.

The formidable Pakistani left-arm speedster, Shaheen Afridi, also finds a spot in Steyn's top five. Afridi's reputation for devastating top orders precedes him, and many anticipate him to bring the same intensity to World Cup 2023.

Rounding off Steyn's selection are two of the cricketing world's finest – Trent Boult of New Zealand and Mark Wood of England. Both of them, with their consistent rankings among the world's top bowlers, are expected to deliver brilliant performances in the tournament.

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