T20 WC 2021: Five surprising performers from the tournament
The T20 World Cup 2021 concluded with Australia lifting their maiden trophy in the shortest format. The highly anticipated competition produced some splendid performances that kept the on-lookers at the edge of their seats. The tournament had every element that made it a fascinating one.
Ahead of the ICC event, a lot of cricket experts and former cricketers had predicted their favourites and also picked the top performers of the side. But there have been certain performances that have chimed in to grab the attention of many.
Here are the 5 Players who surprised with their performances in T20 World Cup 2021:
5. David Warner
Though Warner struggled with his form before entering the mega event, he made sure he brings a shift in his fortune. The southpaw blew the trumpet of his repertoire by producing some impressive performances with the willow. He chipped in a total of 289 runs at a healthy average of 48.16 from seven matches. Warner was also awarded as the man of the tournament for his impressive performances. The batter also became the highest run-scorer for his side in the T20 World Cup surpassing Matthew Hayden’s record.
4. Adam Zampa
Australia’s leg spinner Adam Zampa has had an impressive run in the multination tournament. Despite having put some good shows on display in the past, he has often been underestimated. He however made sure he exudes his flair for the team in the marquee event. Zampa finished as the second-highest wicket-taker of the World Cup with 13 wickets to his account. He bowled at a stunning economy rate of 5.81 and also registered the best figures of the tournament against Bangladesh, securing 5 wickets for 19 runs in four overs.
3. Rassie van der Dussen
The batter was the highest run-getter for South Africa in the mega event. He amassed 177 runs at an impressive average of 59.00. Before heading into the high-profile competition, South Africa struggled a tad bit with their middle-order batting. However, Rassie van der Dussen was one of the batters who took the mantle of holding the fort of the side. He produced some impressive performances with the willow and displayed his class to the cricketing fraternity. He also played a belligerent knock of unbeaten 94 runs against the in-form England side to fashion the team’s victory.
2. Charith Asalanka
Charith Asalanka was definitely one of the finds for the Sri Lankan team in the mega event. With his fearless approach and dominating stroke play, he impressed the cricketing fraternity. Even when the openers of the Dasun Shanaka-led side struggled to make an impact, he brought a certain stability to the team’s batting order. From six matches, he scored 231 runs at an average of 46.20 in the tournament.
1. David Wiese
Namibia scripted history by qualifying for the super 12s of the T20 World Cup 2021. These strides by the associate nations go down to play a crucial role in expanding the roots of the game. One name that stood firm for the side in the high-profile tournament is that of all-rounder David Wiese. He scored 227 runs from eight matches at an average of 45.40. He further garnered the audacity of his talent by clinching six wickets. His contributions helped the side to put up a strong fight in the tournament.
