5 strongest throwing arms in cricket today

It is a very crucial part of the game and at times it is less worked on but it can win you games, remember the throw of Mohit Sharma to Mahendra Singh Dhoni during the World Cup 2015 against South Africa to dismiss AB de Villiers. That throw literally changed the course of the match, tilting it in favour of India and eventually winning it.It was one instance which highlighted the advantage of having boundary riders with good, strong throwing arms. Throwing arms are also important as during the fag-end of an innings, especially, batsmen look to convert ones into two and here is where a good throwing arm could save you crucial runs which could become crucial in deciding the fate of the match.Here is a look at the best in the world today with such arms. Disclaimer: This is a list reflecting the opinion of an individual, and the views espoused are not necessarily shared by the editing team.

#1 David Warner

David Warner is Australias pint sized dynamo

The pint-sized dynamo from Australia is short and sturdy; he is muscular and his shoulders are full of strength, so do not get deceived by his height. Warner has earned himself quite a reputation of being a good boundary rider.

His throws are also deceivingly quick and accurate. Warner is fleet-footed and very agile, he gets to the ball in a jiffy and the best part like most modern players is his quick release to cut down on time. Attach these characteristics with his lethality in batting that makes him a vital cog in any team and in any conditions.

#2 Ajinkya Rahane

Ajinkya Rahane is the most useful fielder in the Indian team

Again a fielder who could be taken lightly because of his physical stature/built; he is short, lean and does not give you the impression that he could throw the ball hard, sharp and accurate. But this Maharashtrian has good pair of hands and a strong shoulder.

Probably a lot of training and practice has enhanced his ability to throw a cricket ball. Somebody who could surprise you, he is nimble-footed and ultra-quick to the ball. His throws are immaculately accurate and he hits the stumps more often than not. His throwing arm is one of the best in contemporary cricket.

#3 Dale Steyn

Dale Steyn throws the ball like a steyn gun as well

This is the more common scenario, fast bowlers with real strongly built throwing arms. The fast bowlers from the African continent who Dale Steyn in the modern day and era exemplifies, his throws are serious and very accurate. He is somebody who likes to throw just above the stumps for a comfortable keepers gather. Wicket-keepers usually like it there.

He comes from that part of the universe where they are naturally athletic and well built and then with umpteen hours of practise Steyn has a real good arm, which surely is envied by bowlers all across the world.In fact when he releases the ball it seems like a steyn-gun has fired a bullet.

#4 Kieron Pollard

Kieron Pollards exploits on the bpundary ropes are well kown

The West Indian giant is a gymnasts delight. He is intimidating and makes his presence felt with whatever he does. Kieron Pollard is from the modern day and age of cricketers who loves to play a lot of franchise cricket. Teams select him for various reasons, one of them being his ability to create moments on the field of play.

His arms are the strongest probably in the business. He is a gifted cricketer and has a natural ability, which makes him a rare breed. Pollard is also feared by batsmen around the world when they consider taking on his arms.

#5 AB de Villiers

There is nothing ABD cannot do

How can one leave out this entity from any list in cricket, if it is batting or fielding based. He fits in easily in any that is based on merit. The Renaissance-man from South Africa isarguably the best fielder in the business. He is lightning on the field and triggers tension among the opposition batsman when the ball is played to him.

Most batsmen decide against the run, pretty understood, his arms and shoulders like Kieron Pollard are gifted. He is agile, a true athlete in every sense of the world, thanks to his experience of hockey and badminton. He is also one of the most feared and admired batsmen in the world today.