Five young fast bowlers who can make it big in international cricket

#3 Shardul Thakur - India

Shardul Thakur plays for Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy

The young Mumbai pace bowler made his first-class debut against Rajasthan in Jaipur in November 2012. In the 2012-13 Ranji season, he finished with 27 wickets in six matches at an impressive average of 26.25.

The following season turned out to be his breakthrough season, as he took 48 wickets at an average of 20.81 from ten matches with five five-wicket hauls.

This performance made the selectors take notice of the Mumbaikar. He was picked up by IPL franchise, Kings XI Punjab in the 2014 IPL Auctions for INR 20 lakhs.

In 2015-16 Ranji Trophy final, he took eight wickets against Saurashtra, a performance that led Mumbai to its 41st Ranji Trophy title. He was also picked in the Indian Test team for the tour of West Indies but did not get a chance to showcase his talent.

Considering the shortage of pace bowlers coming through the system, it is certain that this talented pacer would soon be donning the Indian Test cap. His pace, bounce and control of line and length have been his key strengths.