Pacers’ role in the shorter format of the game is undeniable. Their impact in the first six overs and the death overs makes them invaluable assets. In the IPL, we have witnessed some of the greatest speedsters continuously impress everyone with their bowling. In the past, legends like Brett Lee set the stage, and currently, it is Jasprit Bumrah who consistently makes headlines. Also, Mitchell Starc, one of the most experienced players in IPL 2024 but the expensive name as well, showing how much franchises value pacers in particular.
Although many pacers have faced issues with fitness, but when they are at their peak, they deliver exceptional performances. The IPL 2025 auction once again highlighted this, with some of the biggest pacers securing spots in teams at record prices.
So if we were to create a special Playing XI consisting solely of pacers for IPL 2025, it would undoubtedly be a mix of the best in the business. Take a look at the Pacer XI for IPL 2025
Best pacers Playing XI for IPL 2025
| Position | Player | Bowling Style |
| 1 | Jasprit Bumrah | Right-arm fast |
| 2 | Mitchell Starc | Left-arm fast |
| 3 | Trent Boult | Left-arm fast |
| 4 | Kagiso Rabada | Right-arm fast |
| 5 | Anrich Nortje | Right-arm fast |
| 6 | Mohammad Siraj | Right-arm fast |
| 7 | T Natarajan | Left-arm medium-fast |
| 8 | Matheesha Pathirana | Right-arm fast |
| 9 | Prasidh Krishna | Right-arm fast-medium |
| 10 | Deepak Chahar | Right-arm medium-fast |
| 11 | Reece Topley | Left-arm fast |
Starting with Jasprit Bumrah, who is currently dominating the bowling sector, he is undoubtedly the leader of the Pacer XI. The brilliance he has showcased in the last few years in the IPL makes him the most valuable player of this XI.
Alongside Bumrah, Mitchell Starc once again makes the cut as the most experienced player. Last year he did everything right for KKR, Starc has delivered match-winning performances multiple times, especially in knockout games. He was also a key reason why KKR won IPL 2024, with his exceptional spell in the final against SRH proving decisive for the team.
The team also includes the fiery Trent Boult, known for striking early in the game’s powerplay overs. Adding to the mix is Deepak Chahar, whose lethal swing bowling makes him the perfect player for the Pacer XI in IPL 2025.
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