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Originally Posted by Ian Pont
Rubel bowled a ball at 149 kph in the WC in 2011 against West Indies. He is a reluctant fast bowler though. Often his speed will be around 135 kph so I feel he does the minimum required in his training and whilst he does what he is told to do, the point about desire is that it comes from inside you. My personal view is Rubel, if he chose to be, could be a seriously quick fast bowler. It might just all be a bit too hard work for him. He's a great lad and always happy and smiling. But underachieves when he has more to offer. I am hoping his injury gives him the chance to build up and come back stronger, keener and with a huge passion for pace.
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Coach, I saw a replay of that 149 k delivery, and my first impression was it was probably a speed gun error since it seemed so random. I know Rubel is capable of such a speed, but its probably his absolute fastest effort ball. It would be great if I am wrong.
Rubel did hit 148k in England during the WT20 warm up matches in 2009.