The countdown has begun for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which starts in just a few days. This will be the 10th edition of the tournament and will be hosted jointly by India and Sri Lanka. The competition will run from February 7 to March 8, with 55 matches scheduled across eight grounds. Five venues will be in India, while three will be in Sri Lanka.

India enter the tournament as the defending champions. They lifted the trophy in the last edition, played in the USA and the West Indies, by winning every match they played. The Indian team will now try to win the T20 World Cup for the third time, having earlier won the title in 2010.

Only two other teams have managed to win the tournament more than once. West Indies claimed the title in 2012 and 2016, while England emerged champions in 2010 and 2022.

Across the nine previous editions of the Men’s T20 World Cup, bowlers have produced several match-winning performances. With the new tournament approaching, we revisit the top five bowling figures ever recorded in the history of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.

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1. Ajantha Mendis (6/8) vs Zimbabwe – 2012

Former Sri Lanka spinner Ajantha Mendis has the best bowling figures in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup history. He took 6 wickets for 8 runs against Zimbabwe in Hambantota during the 2012 tournament.

Sri Lanka scored 182 runs after batting first. Zimbabwe were then bowled out for 100 in 17.3 overs. Mendis completely troubled the batters with his spin and variations.

He dismissed Vusi Sibanda, Brendan Taylor, Hamilton Masakadza, Elton Chigumbura, Prosper Utseya, and Kyle Jarvis to complete his six-wicket haul.

2. Rangana Herath (5/3) vs New Zealand – 2014

Rangana Herath produced a brilliant spell against New Zealand in the 2014 T20 World Cup in Chattogram. He picked up 5 wickets for just 3 runs in 3.3 overs.

Sri Lanka scored only 119 runs, but Herath’s bowling helped dismiss New Zealand for just 60 runs. His wickets included Brendon McCullum, Ross Taylor, James Neesham, Luke Ronchi, and Trent Boult.

3. Umar Gul (5/6) vs New Zealand – 2009

Pakistan fast bowler Umar Gul took 5 wickets for 6 runs against New Zealand at The Oval in the 2009 T20 World Cup.

New Zealand were bowled out for 99 runs. Gul used yorkers and slower balls to remove Scott Styris, Peter McGlashan, Nathan McCullum, James Franklin, and Kyle Mills. Pakistan chased the target easily.

4. Fazalhaq Farooqi (5/9) vs Uganda – 2024

Afghanistan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi delivered a strong performance against Uganda in the 2024 T20 World Cup in Guyana. He took 5 wickets for 9 runs in four overs.

Afghanistan scored 183 runs and then bowled Uganda out for just 58 runs. Farooqi dismissed Ronak Patel, Roger Mukasa, Riazat Ali Shah, Brian Masaba, and Robinson Obuya.

5. Sam Curran (5/10) vs Afghanistan – 2022

England all-rounder Sam Curran took 5 wickets for 10 runs against Afghanistan in the 2022 T20 World Cup in Perth.

England bowled first and dismissed Afghanistan for 112 runs. Curran’s victims included Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Rashid Khan, Usman Ghani, and Fazalhaq Farooqi. England won the match by five wickets.

Due to a BCCI ruling, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will no longer be able to keep Bangladeshi fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman on its roster, and as a result, KKR has had to make a number of adjustments to the make-up of their team as they prepare for IPL 2026.

While the franchise had secured Mustafizur Rahman's services at an auction price of ₹9.2 crores, after being told by the BCCI to get rid of him, KKR will need to find a way to replace him with an alternative option from the pool of unsold players. Fast bowling is vital to KKR's strategy, and so we've put together a list of three potential fast bowling replacements that the franchise could pursue.

1. Richard Gleeson

Richard Gleeson is an outstanding performer on the pitch in the SA20 league. He has taken 8 wickets in 3 matches. Gleeson was known to be Batman, who runs quickly when out too late, but he also played an important role in the Joburg Super Kings' win with his experience and ability to handle the pressure.

Gleeson is 36 years old and has IPL experience playing for CHENNAI SUPER KINGS and MUMBAI INDIANS in a total of 3 matches. He was given a base price of 75 LAKH in auctions, but his name failed to come up, despite being shortlisted. He would be a valuable acquisition for KKR in the short term based on his performance and experience in various T20 leagues throughout the world.

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2. Fazalhaq Farooqi

Another player who stands out from the list of fast bowlers is left-arm pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi from Afghanistan. He regularly represents his country in the T20 format and was recently named to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad. Farooqi brings both variety and consistency when bowling, making him one of the top candidates.

Farooqi has played in the Indian Premier League for Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad. He has taken six wickets in 12 games in the IPL, which are not very good statistics, but when you look at his international T20 record, he has made an impression with 63 wickets in 51 T20Is. Overall, he has played 149 T20 games and taken 186 wickets, making him a very reliable performer with plenty of experience.

3. Spencer Johnson

Australian fast bowler Spencer Johnson is also on the radar of KKR, though he is currently injured and currently missing out on the Big Bash League due to this injury. He had a disappointing season with KKR in IPL 2025, where he only collected one wicket in four matches.

However, Johnson has an impressive T20 record overall, having taken 85 wickets in 71 T20 matches. He offers both pace and bounce as a left-arm fast bowler, and if Johnson can regain his full fitness, then KKR may consider bringing him back due to their familiarity with both him and the conditions in which they play.

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), on October 18, announced that they have decided to withdraw from participating in the upcoming tri-nation T20I series against Pakistan and Sri Lanka, which is scheduled to take place in late November. They were supposed to travel Pakistan to feature in the tri-series and face the hosts on November 17.

However, the ACB stated that they had taken the decision to postpone the trip in response to the tragic incident where the Pakistan Army targeted their three players, Kabeer, Sibghatullah, and Harron, along with five other fellow countrymen from Urgun district. They were martyred while seven others were injured.

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“In response of this tragic incident and as a gesture of respect to the victims, the Afghanistan Cricket Board has decided to withdraw from participating in the upcoming Tri-Nation T20I Series involving Pakistan, scheduled to be played in late November. The Afghanistan Cricket Board expresses its deepest sorrow and grief over the tragic martyrdom of the brave cricketers from Urgun District in Paktika Province” The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) revealed in a statement.

Afghanistan withdraw from participating in T20I series against Sri Lanka and Pakistan

The last face-off between the two sides came in Sharjah during the tri-series where they met in the final. Afghanistan failed to qualify for the Super 4 stage of the recent Asia Cup 2025, where Pakistan lost the final to India in Dubai and ended as the runners-up. The left-arm pacer of Afghanistan, Fazalhaq Farooqi, and their T20I captain, Rashid Khan, expressed their emotion on the tragic incident.

“The martyrdom of the civilians and our domestic cricket players by the oppressors is an unforgivable crime. The massacre of innocent civilians and our domestic cricket players by these oppressors is a heinous, unforgivable crime.” Farooqi wrote on his Facebook page.

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of civilian lives in the recent Pakistani aerial strikes on Afghanistan. A tragedy that claimed the lives of women, children, and aspiring young cricketers who dreamed of representing their nation on the world stage.” Rashid Khan wrote on X. It will be interesting to see if Afghanistan shake hands with Pakistan in the ICC events.

Amo Sharks have secured two victories and currently hold the third position in the points table with four points. They lost their last match by 5 wickets against Mis-e-Ainak Knights, failing to defend the target of 162 runs. 

On the other hand, Speen Ghar Tigers are struggling in this tournament, having lost all their matches and currently occupying the bottom position in the points table. They lost their last match by 12 runs against Band-e-Amir Dragons.

AM vs SG Match Details

Date: July 24th, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM IST

Venue: Kabul International Cricket Stadium, Kabul 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

AM vs SG Weather Report

Clear weather

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Top Batters AM vs SG

• Imran Mir (AM) - 144 runs in this tournament 

• Shahudullah Kamal (AM) - 102 runs in this tournament

• Hassan Eisakhil (AM) - 93 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler AM vs SG

• Zahir Khan (SG) - 5 wickets in this tournament 

• Aftab Alam (AM) - 4 wickets in this tournament

• Fazalhaq Farooqi (AM) - 3 wickets in this tournament

AM vs SG Recent Performance

AM vs SG Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If SG bats first

• First Innings score prediction- SG is expected to score 140-150 runs

• Result prediction- AM will win the match by 6 Wickets.

Scenario 2- If AM bats first

• First Innings score prediction- AM is expected to score 170-180 runs.

• Result prediction- AM will win the match by 30-35 Runs

AM vs SG Predicted Playing XI

Amo Sharks (AM) Playing XI 

Mohammad Ishaq (WK, Noor ul Rahman, Shahidullah Kamal, Abdul Malik, Imran Mir, Hassan Eisakhel, Samiullah Shinwari, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Yamin Ahmadzai, Qais Ahmad, Aftab Alam

Speen Ghar Tigers (SG) Playing XI

Ikram Alikhil (WK), Hazratullah Zazai, Darwish Rasooli, Bahir Shah, Rahmat Shah, Zubaid Akbari, Shams UR Rahman Karokhil, Fareed Ahmad Malik, Mohammad Ibrahim Abdulrahimzai, Zahir Khan, Faridoon Dawoodzai.

AM vs SG Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

Amo Sharks Dragons To win

We predict that the Amo Sharks will be winning this Afghanistan T20 Shpageeza Cricket League match. The likes of Imran Mir, Shahidullah Kamal and Fazalhaq Farooqi will be key players to watch out for.

Amo Sharks had an excellent start to the tournament, winning both their matches and currently lead the points table with four points. They won their last match by 3 wickets against Band-e-Amir Dragons, successfully chasing down the target of 200 runs.

On the other hand, Mis-e-Ainak Knights have secured two victories and currently hold the second position in the points table with four points. They won their last match by 18 runs against Boost Defenders.

AM vs MAK Match Details

Date: July 22nd, 2025

Time: 3:00 PM IST

Venue: Kabul International Cricket Stadium, Kabul 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

AM vs MAK Weather Report

Clear weather

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Top Batters AM vs MAK

• Sohail Khan (MAK) - 130 runs in this tournament 

• Wafiullah Tarakhil (MAK) - 123 runs in this tournament

• Imran Mir (AM) - 120 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler AM vs MAK

• Mujeeb Ur Rahman (MAK) - 5 wickets in this tournament 

• Farmanullah Safi (MAK) - 4 wickets in this tournament

• Fazalhaq Farooqi (AM) - 3 wickets in this tournament

AM vs MAK Recent Performance

AM vs MAK Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If MAK bats first

• First Innings score prediction- SG is expected to score 155-170 runs

• Result prediction- AM will win the match by 4 Wickets.

Scenario 2- If AM bats first

• First Innings score prediction- AM is expected to score 180-200 runs.

• Result prediction- AM will win the match by 10-25 Runs

AM vs MAK Predicted Playing XI

Amo Sharks (AM) Playing XI 

Abdul Malik, Mohammad Ishaq (WK), Imran Mir, Shahidullah Kamal, Samiullah Shinwari, Sharafuddin Ashraf (C), Hassan Eisakhel, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Yamin Ahmadzai, Aftab Alam, Babar Khan

Mis-e-Ainak Knights (MAK) Playing XI

Afsar Zazai (WK), Wafiullah, Khalid Taniwal, Emal Shaheen, Farmanullah Safi, Nasir Jamal, Sohail Khan, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman (C), Zia ur Rehman Akbar, Sayed Shirzad, Ziaur Rahman Sharifi, Khalil Gurbaz.

AM vs MAK Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

Amo Sharks Dragons To win

We predict that the Amo Sharks will be winning this Afghanistan T20 Shpageeza Cricket League match. The likes of Imran Mir, Shahidullah Kamal and Fazalhaq Farooqi will be key players to watch out for.

Both Amo Sharks and Band-e-Amir Dragons had a strong start to the tournament, each winning their opening matches and currently stand in 2nd and 3rd position in the points table, respectively.

Amo Sharks won their opening match by 6 wickets against Boost Defenders, successfully chasing down the target of 150 runs, while Band-e-Amir Dragons beat the Mis-e-Ainak Knights by 6 wickets in their last match.

AM vs BD Match Details

Date: July 21st, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM IST

Venue: Kabul International Cricket Stadium, Kabul 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

AM vs BD Weather Report

Clear weather

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Top Batters AM vs BD

• Imran Mir (AM) - 85 runs in this tournament 

• Rahmanullah Zadran (BD) - 64 runs in this tournament

• Hashmatullah Shahidi (BD) - 63 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler AM vs BD

• Khalil Ahmed (BD) - 4 wickets in this tournament 

• Fazalhaq Farooqi (AM) - 2 wickets in this tournament

• Aftab Alam (SM) - 2 wickets in this tournament

AM vs BD Recent Performance

AM vs BD Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If BD bats first

• First Innings score prediction- BD is expected to score 155-165 runs

• Result prediction- AM will win the match by 5 Wickets.

Scenario 2- If AM bats first

• First Innings score prediction- AM is expected to score 170-180 runs.

• Result prediction- AM will win the match by 10-20 Runs

AM vs BD Predicted Playing XI

Amo Sharks (AM) Playing XI 

Samiullah Shinwari, Aftab Alam, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Mohammad Ishaq (wk), Shahidullah Kamal, Yamin Ahmadzai, Abdul Malik, Imran Mir, Hassan Eisakhil, Babar Khan

Band-e-Amir Dragons (BD) Playing XI

Hashmatullah Shahidi ©, Mohammad Shahzad (wk), Sediqullah Atal, Muhammad Asif, Gulbadin Naib, Nangialai Kharoti, Rahmanullah Zadran,Izharulhaq Naveed, Nijat Masood, Mohammad Saleem, Khalil Ahmed.

AM vs BD Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

Amo Sharks To win

We predict that the Amo Sharks will be winning this Afghanistan T20 Shpageeza Cricket League match. The likes of Samiullah Shinwari, Fazalhaq Farooqi and Imran Mir will be key players to watch out for.

The St Kitts & Nevis Patriots have officially revealed their squad for the 2025 Caribbean Premier League (CPL), building a formidable unit for the upcoming season. With a combination of international firepower and homegrown Caribbean flair, the Patriots are aiming for a strong comeback after a quiet run in recent editions. The squad announcement came following the official draft held on June 18, which also included the unveiling of retained and newly signed players.

The overseas players, including Rilee Rossouw (South Africa), Fazalhaq Farooqi and Waqar Salamkheil (Afghanistan), Corbin Bosch (South Africa), and Mohammad Nawaz (Pakistan), will provide quality and variations in the batting and bowling attack. The well-known local trades for Jason Holder and Alick Athanaze will bolster the already deep all-rounders.

The squad also has a strong core of Caribbean players with returning players Evin Lewis, Andre Fletcher, Kyle Mayers, and Dominic Drakes for yet another season. The CPL's emerging player policy brings new additions in the form of Jyd Goolie, Navin Bidisee, and Leniko Boucher, who were also drafted to ensure there is plenty of youth added to the mix.

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St Kitts & Nevis Patriots Squad for CPL 2025

Rilee Rossouw, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Waqar Salamkheil, Corbin Bosch, Mohammad Nawaz, Jason Holder, Alick Athanaze, Kyle Mayers, Evin Lewis, Andre Fletcher, Dominic Drakes, Mikyle Louis, Ashmead Nedd, Jeremiah Louis, Jyd Goolie, Navin Bidisee, Leniko Boucher

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The Rajasthan Royals will be up against the Gujarat Titans in Match number 47 of IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur in Jaipur. On the night of an important 'must-win' game, and ahead of the toss, the caretaker captain Riyan Parag had a very good opportunity to make some tactical changes to the Royals' lineup. Parag won the toss and elected to bowl first, and he confirmed that Fazalhaq Farooqi and Tushar Deshpande would not play, with both being replaced by Sri Lankan spinner, Maheesh Theekshana and Indian pacer, Yudhvir Singh. It can be interpreted that given their statistics so far this IPL and the conditions of the day, the Royals wanted to add to their spin depth and their pace option.

At the toss, Riyan stated, "Two changes, Farooqi out, Theekshana in. Tushar out and Yudhvir in." This tactical choice clearly identifies Rajasthan’s intention to adapt to changing conditions and play the Gujarat Titans' batsmen to their weaknesses. Given the Narendra Modi Stadium's recent tendencies to assist spinners, it would appear Rajasthan is looking to adapt to that tactic by swapping out a fast bowler with a spin bowler. By adding spin in the form of Theekshana and pace in the form of Yudhvir Singh, they want to be able to attack the top order early and control the middle overs. 

Fazalhaq Farooqi, despite being a key wicket-taker for the Royals, struggled recently, while Tushar Deshpande managed 6 wickets in 8 matches but had an expensive economy of 11.25.  Both these bowlers were picked up in the auction citing their ability to ball both with new and old ball. Speaking of bowling performance, the Afghan pacer went wicketless in his three appearances, conceding at 11.70 per over. Their exclusion signals a calculated risk, showing the Royals’ willingness to make bold tactical adjustments to stay alive in the playoff race.

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Gujarat Titans Give Debut to Karim Janat

Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill also made a change to their playing XI ahead of the crucial clash. Afghan all-rounder Karim Janat was handed his IPL debut, replacing Sherfane Rutherford. Known for his hard-hitting skills and effective medium-pace bowling, Janat strengthens GT’s all-round department and adds more balance to the squad. Speaking at the toss, Gill stated, "We felt it was the right time to bring Karim in. He’s a quality player with strong performances across T20 leagues worldwide."

The match is hugely significant for both teams with playoff places on the line. The Rajasthan Royals' consistent strategy of aggressive selection shows they want to remain unpredictable, while the Gujarat Titans' embrace of new talent suggests a longer term focus on increasing their depth. Whoever prevails at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on what promises to be a tense day, it could be the difference in determining how each season transpires from here on in.

The Rajasthan Royals have introduced a significant modification to their XI for Match 28 of the IPL 2025, benching Afghan medium pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi in favor of Sri Lankan all-rounder Wanindu Hasaranga. The Royals are playing host to Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Jaipur-based Sawai Mansingh Stadium, which is also their first home game of the season.

Farooqi, who played in RR's last match against the Gujarat Titans, has been omitted for strategic reasons and not because of injury. His replacement, Hasaranga, had skipped the previous game due to personal reasons but is now available and ready to deliver with bat and ball. Rajasthan captain Sanju Samson confirmed the switch at the toss, saying, "Hasa is back. Hasaranga will be replacing our Farooqi ji (smiles)."

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The return of Hasaranga is a move to reinforce the middle overs with a tried match-winner who provides variation to the bowling unit and solidity in the lower order. Farooqi, the specialist left-arm seamer, bowled only two overs against Gujarat and remained wicketless, which could have instigated the think tank to choose Hasaranga's all-round ability.

Tactical Shift for Stronger Middle Overs

Rajasthan too are hoping to rebound after suffering a comprehensive 58-run loss to Gujarat Titans. RCB, on the other hand, have lost a six-wicket game to Delhi Capitals but have won all their three away matches so far.

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RCB captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and decided to bowl first, citing the hard condition of the pitch. Both teams are keen to put their campaigns back on track, and RR will be hoping that Hasaranga's return has an instant effect.

With Farooqi being the Impact Player possibility for RR, there remains the chance that he might come on later in the game based on the situation in the game. But currently, Rajasthan has decided to rely on Hasaranga's spin and experience to prove fruitful at home.

In the sixth game of the IPL 2025, the Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders (RR vs KKR) match will be played at Barsapara Cricket Stadium (Guwahati) on Wednesday evening (March 26), which will be the second game for both teams. Here, we are going through the Dream11 top captains and vice-captains for the match. 

IPL 2025, Match 6: RR vs KKR Probable XIs

Rajasthan Royals Predicted Playing 11: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson/Fazalhaq Farooqi (Impact Sub), Riyan Parag (Captain), Nitish Rana, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shubham Dubey, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande

Kolkata Knight Riders Predicted Playing 11: Sunil Narine, Quinton de Kock (wk), Ajinkya Rahane (Captain), Rinku Singh, Venkatesh Iyer, Ramandeep Singh, Andre Russell, Harshit Rana, Spencer Johnson, Vaibhav Arora/Angkrish Raghuvanshi (Impact Sub), Varun Chakravarthy

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IPL 2025, Match 6: RR vs KKR Dream11 Top Captains And Vice-captains

Top 3 Captain's choices

Sunil Narine: KKR legend Sunil Narine is the key name in both batting and bowling line-ups for the defending champions. In their first game of the IPL 2025, despite a slow start, the opener Narine scored a valuable 44 off 26 balls with five fours and three sixes. While he had a century partnership with captain Ajinkya Rahane for the second wicket, disciplined Narine had bowling figures of 4-0-27-1. 

Ajinkya Rahane: KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane is in dream form with the bat. After having a great domestic season, including finishing as a leading run-scorer in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024-25 (469 runs), Rahane started the IPL 2025 with a strong 56 off 31 balls, including six fours and four sixes. 

Shimron Hetmyer: Caribbean cricketer Shimron Hetmyer is one of the dangerous T20 batters whose strike rate generally stays over 150. He likes to deal with boundaries, which makes his team’s scoreboard busy. In their IPL 2025 opener, while RR were already out of the game, desperate Hetmyer still managed to play a useful cameo of 42 off 23 balls with one four and four sixes.  

Top 3 Vice-captain's choices

Sanju Samson: At least for the first three games of the IPL 2025, RR regular captain Sanju Samson is playing only as a batter while Riyan Parag is leading the side. Although Samson always tends to get dismissed early, his consistency is getting better, and he scored a valuable 66 off 37 balls (seven fours and four sixes) in their season opener against SunRisers Hyderabad despite not getting a good start on their 287-run chase. 

Varun Chakravarthy: KKR spinner Varun Chakravarthy is in great form with the ball. Although he had a tough outing during the first game of the IPL 2025, where he had the bowling figures of 4-0-43-1, it was one of his rare performances in recent times. 

Fazalhaq Farooqi: The Afghan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi is one of the most consistent pacers in T20 cricket since 2024, as he has recorded the joint highest wickets in this period with 89 wickets in 57 innings, including four four-fers and four fifers. The left-arm fast bowler is a key for RR.