When it comes to real fast bowling, Brett Lee rules. Undeniably one of the fastest bowlers of today's cricket, Brett Lee is indeed a thrilling bowler to watch. He is the brother of the all rounder Shane Lee. He approaches the bowling crease with a fascinating pace and with a nice high action releases the ball with lightning speed. Brett Lee has become one of the bowlers to be watched closely in recent crickets. His terrific pace coupled with his accuracy of line and length make him one of the dangerous bowlers to play against. With pace easily exceeding 140 kms/hr and his uncomfortable length, he makes the batsman struggle to get into their line to play the ball. When in his full form, he has the ability to run through the batting line up of any team in the world.
Like many other fast bowlers Lee's career was hampered by injuries even before he got into the national team. He had a bad stress fracture in his back which kept him out of cricket for at least a year. Then he also underwent an elbow surgery. Despite of injuries, Brett Lee's come back proved his determination.
Brett Lee is one of the most enthusiastic players in the Australian side. He also makes a very good hitter in the slog overs. Lee's running and arm power makes him a trusted fielder in the deep. Brett Lee is still young and has a lot of cricket ahead of him. With good chances for the captain's cap, he is one of the players to be noted in the Australian side.
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