In 2023 the Kiwis enjoyed a fair share of success sprinkled with some disappointments as well. A young New Zealand side made it to the semi-finals of the ODI World Cup and showed yet again why they are arguably the most consistent team in World Cups. In this article, we will take a look at the top 3 bowlers for New Zealand across formats in 2023.
Tim Southee
The Kiwi Test captain was one of the best bowlers for New Zealand in the year gone by. He was as usual a dependable player for the Blackcaps in 2023. Southee was predominantly significant in test cricket and led the side in testing subcontinent conditions. Southee’s pace has gone down but the senior bowler knows how to find success with limited resources and this is what makes him successful. In 27 matches Southee registered 54 wickets at an impressive average of 27.53.
Matt Henry
Matt Henry notched up his game and became one of the most impactful bowlers for New Zealand in 2023. He was particularly significant for the Kiwis in the One-Day format, and leading up to the World Cup he was the lead bowler for the Blackcaps. Henry played 28 matches in 2023 and picked up 52 wickets. Henry’s exploits in test cricket were also remarkable as he finally found a permanent place in the squad.
Mitchell Santner
The left-arm orthodox was another important member of the Kiwi bowling unit. New Zealand played a lot in the subcontinent in 2023 and Santner was crucial for the Blackcaps in those conditions. Santner also evolved into a player who was part of the leadership group and contributed in that capacity as well. The economical spinner got 42 wickets in 32 matches for New Zealand. Going into 2024 with the T20 World Cup in sight Santner will become even more significant for New Zealand as they will look to finally grab a major trophy.
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