West Indian fast bowler Michael Holding earned which famous nickname for his smooth, silent run-up and lethal pace?

Answer Explanation

Michael Holding was nicknamed 'Whispering Death' for his almost silent, effortless run-up to the crease followed by devastating fast bowling. He later used the phrase as the title of his 1993 autobiography.

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