Cricket commentary is one of the toughest jobs in the world as the voice behind the microphone not only has to bring the essence of the game but also give the viewers their own perspective of the events that are unfolding in the field in real time. Over the years there have been several voices who have bought rationale and excitement to the game with voices like Richie Benaud, Bill Lawry, Tony Grieg and Tony Cozier to name a few, in this list we look at the five of the best commentators to be going around in world cricket right now.
Ian Bishop – West Indies
The former West Indian fast bowler is known to have precise knowledge of the game and his enthusiasm towards the end overs of an exciting game is what makes a viewer hooked on to the game. His immortal words of Remember the Name when Carlos Braithwaite struck 4 sixes to help West Indies win the T20 world cup in 2016 is still etched in the memory of many.
Harsha Bhogle -India
The soft spoken and ever smiling Hyderabadi can sound like Picasso with his words as he has the knack of describing cricket like a orchestra conductor with his soothing voice and ability to simplify the terms and also add humorous anecdotes to the happenings on the field.
Mark Nicolas – England
The former County cricket giant might not have played International cricket for England but his immense knowledge about the game and his unlimited passion for the game along with the joy of hearing him describe the ball by ball action makes him a joy for any listener along with the fact that he can also provide the right insights during the course of a game.
Pommie Mbangwa – Zimbabwe
The former Zimbabwe fast bowler might have quit the game early but his enthusiasm for the game and the love he carries towards the sport can be understood whenever he is describing the action with his high pitched and emotive description of the game.
David Lloyd – England
The former English cricketer and Lancashire cricket giant made the seamless transition to cricket commentary post his playing days barring a few years as the English cricket coach. David Lloyd is known for his precise comments about the game but more over is known for his funny comments and anecdotes which can even leave his fellow commentators in splits.