ICC Cricket World Cup is the event that sets hearts racing and cricket fans around the globe glued to their screens. We have quite a list to dive into to find out the best spinners to grace this prestigious tournament. These spin maestros have spun their way into the annals of cricket history with their magical deliveries, turning the game in their team’s favor. As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the results of ICC World Cup 2023, we can only wonder who will be the next spinner to capture our hearts and minds with their mesmerizing spin artistry. Here is a list of top spinners from all playing nations in the World Cup 2023.
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Kuldeep Yadav (India)
The talented Indian spinner who has been making waves in the cricket world is Kuldeep Yadav. He stands out against the senior pros Ashwin and Jadeja. This left-arm chinaman bowler has certainly carved a niche for himself with his unique style and remarkable performances. Kuldeep debuted for India in ODIs 2017 and has been a regular part of the team in ICC World Cup 2019. However, he lost his form in 2020 and remained out of the team for almost two years. Upon his return in 2022, Kuldeep again regained the top bowler status. He took 157 wickets in 93 games at an average of 25.6.
Adam Zampa (Australia)
Australian leg-spin sensation is known for his calm demeanor and crafty spin bowling. Zampa has made quite a name for himself in the world of cricket with his impressive performances and distinctive hairstyle. Adam Zampa has been a consistent part of Australia’s shorter format team after debuting in 2016. Zampa played 88 ODIs for Australia and took 147 wickets at an average of 29. Whether it’s turning the ball on spinning tracks or foxing batters with his variations, Adam Zampa’s contribution to Australian cricket remains invaluable, and fans eagerly anticipate his future performances in the ICC World Cup 2023.
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Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)
Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan has taken the cricketing world by storm with his leg-spin in the last decade. Rashid’s performances have been nothing short of spectacular regarding the shorter format of cricket. His ability to turn the ball both ways and his knack for picking crucial wickets make him a spinner to watch out for in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. In this tournament, Rashid will face tough competition from his teammates Mujeeb and Nabi. The leggie has taken 179 wickets in 98 matches after debuting in 2015.
Adil Rashid (England)
Adil Rashid was a crucial part of the England cricket setup, and his performances continued to be closely watched by cricket enthusiasts worldwide. His contributions with the ball and his ability to spin a web around the opposition’s batting lineup remain critical to England’s success in limited-overs cricket. Rashid played a crucial part in making his team champion in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup. Probably playing his last World Cup, the English spinner would use all his power to make his team champion again. In 129 matches, he took 188 wickets at an average of 32.
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Shadab Khan (Pakistan)
Shadab Khan, the talented Pakistani cricketer, is a name that resonates with cricket fans worldwide. Known for his all-round skills and ability to deliver under pressure, Shadab has made a significant impact in international cricket. Although he lost his bowling form last year, he is still one of the best in the shorter format. Shadab remained a permanent part of the Pakistani team after playing an essential role in the team’s ICC Champion Trophy 2017 campaign. Shadab Khan has taken 85 wickets in 65 ODI matches he played in the last 6 years.
Mitchell Santner (New Zealand)
His accuracy and subtle variations characterize Mitchell Santner’s left-arm spin. He can generate turn and deceive batters with his flighted deliveries. His crafty spin bowling has often been a key factor in New Zealand’s success in limited-overs cricket. The New Zealand allrounder has been his team’s best in batting, bowling, and fielding. Santner made his debut for New Zealand in 2015. He played 98 matches so far and took 102 wickets at an average of 36.
Keshav Maharaj (South Africa)
Maharaj’s role in ODIs primarily revolved around controlling the middle overs and picking up crucial wickets when needed. While he might not have been the leading wicket-taker in the limited-overs format, his ability to contain runs and pressure batters was valuable. South African management preferred him over Tabraiz Shamsi in this World Cup. He made his ODI debut in 2017. Maharaj took 42 wickets in 34 games at an average of 32. His performances in the ODI World Cup would continue to shape his future in white-ball cricket.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Bangladesh)
Mehidy Hasan is primarily known for his off-spin bowling. He possesses a good loop, accuracy, and the ability to extract turns from the surface. His off-spin deliveries can be particularly effective on pitches that assist spin. Mehidy is capable of providing crucial breakthroughs and maintaining pressure on opposition batters. The current role of, Mehidy is a top-order batsman and a handy spinner in the middle overs, along with Captain Shakib al Hasan. He debuted in 2017 and played 85 ODI matches. Mehidy took 94 wickets at an average of 34.
Maheesh Theekshana (Sri Lanka)
In the absence of regular spinner Wanindu Hasaranga, Theekshana is the leading spinner for Sri Lanka. Mahesh Theekshana, the rising star of Sri Lankan cricket, has garnered attention for his unique spin bowling style and impressive performances at a young age. Continuing the legacy of mysterious Lankan spinner Ajantha Mendis, Theekshana debuted in 2021. Theekshana played 29 matches in the last two years and took 45 wickets at an average of 25. Cricket enthusiasts eagerly await Theekshana’s continued growth and success in international cricket.
Roelof van der Merwe (Netherlands)
He is a talented cricketer from South Africa who has made a name for himself as an allrounder with his left-arm spin bowling and aggressive batting. Van der Merwe made his international debut for South Africa in 2009. However, he moved to the Netherlands and started playing for the Dutch team in 2015. He has played 19 international one-day matches and took 23 wickets in it. In the first three World Cup games, Merwe played a crucial part in both matches and took 4 wickets.
