Current best World XI across all formats

9 - Trent Boult (New Zealand)

New Zealand v England - 2nd Test: Day 3

Left-arm quick, over 140 clicks, Boult can swing the ball both in to and away from the batsman on any pitch. If the pitch offers some assistance, he becomes way deadlier.

With a knack of picking wickets early on in the innings, Boult is equally as effective during the death overs. Along with his partner in crime Southee, Boult spearheads the New Zealand attack and is the go-to bowler if wickets are required.

Along with his bowling, Boult is one of those rare breeds of fast bowlers who are freaks on the field. Throughout his career, he's had the knack of taking extraordinary catches, recently adding RCB captain Virat Kohli to his list.