Best XI of the Big Bash League Season 6

Modified Jan 28, 2017 22:32 IST

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 28: Mitchell Johnson of the Scorchers carries the BBL trophy after winning the Big Bash League match between the Perth Scorchers and the Sydney Sixers at WACA on January 28, 2017 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images) — The Scorchers won BBL 06, which was also their third BBL title

Fast Bowlers

#9 Sean Abbott - 20 wickets

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 31: Sean Abbott of the Sydney Sixers celebrates after getting the wicket of Travis Head of the Adelaide Strikers during the Big Bash League match between the Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Sixers at Adelaide Oval on December 31, 2016 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Morne de Klerk/Getty Images) — Sean Abbott broke the BBL record of most wickets in a single season

Abbott was a much-improved bowler this season. He took 20 wickets to help his side make it to the finals this year including a four-for against the Heat's in the semi-final clash. He also picked up figures of 5-15 earlier in the season against the Adelaide Strikers which was the best by an Aussie in BBL history.

Abbott was Moises Henriques’ go-to man this season and he did not disappoint his captain either as constantly fooled the rival batsmen with his much-improved change ups.

His form was also the reason why he was given the ball in the super over off the semi-final clash against the Heats. He was certainly not the most economical bowler in the league but consistently picked up crucial wickets for his side.

He also hit the winning runs in a last-over chase against the Heat's and scored 33 off 17 to beat the Stars and make the semi-finals.

#10 Mitchell Johnson - 13 wickets

Johnson proved yet again this season that age is just a number for him. The left-hand pacer representing the Perth Scorchers picked up figures of 4-2-3-3 in the semi-final against the Stars. He was also very tough to score off.

He was the main reason why the Scorchers could defend low totals quite easily this season. He had started off with a 3/33 against the Strikers and kept that form up throughout the tournament.

He was also key in helping the Scorchers secure a final at home. While he isn't as scary as the Johnson of old, he still can give the best batsman in the business quite a few nightmares.

#11 Mark Steketee- 15 wickets

Mark Steketee was only second to Sean Abbott in terms of wickets. The Brisbane Heat pacer snared 15 scalps this season in nine games.He took at least one wicket every game barring one which was the loss to the Sixers earlier in the year. His best bowling figures came against the Strikers where he picked up 3/32.

He complemented the Heat's explosive batting line-up nicely.