World Cup 2019: Top 5 players who can help New Zealand win the tournament

#4 Trent Boult

Trent Boult

Trent Boult, the spearhead of the New Zealand's pace-bowling attack, presents a significant threat to batsmen around the world with an ability to move the ball both ways even in unresponsive conditions. Sir Richard Hadlee has rated him as one half of the best new-ball pair in New Zealand history. This speaks volumes about his capabilities.

His ability to bowl at 140+ kph and to move the ball in the air will pose a stringent challenge to the opponent batsmen. The pitches and conditions in England will also be quite suitable for his bowling style. Moreover, his toe-crushing yorkers at the death overs coupled with cunning slower ball variations will make life tough for the batsmen.

Not to forget that he was the joint highest wicket-taker in the World Cup 2015, claiming 22 wickets from 9 matches at an average of 16.86. This time, he will look to repeat the same performance and will hope to help his side in claiming their first-ever title.