Pakistan’s star fast bowler, Shaheen Afridi, achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the fastest bowler to reach 100 wickets in one-day internationals (ODIs) during the ICC Men’s World Cup 2023 match against Bangladesh. He accomplished this feat in just 51 matches, surpassing Australia’s Mitchell Starc, who achieved the same milestone in 52 outings.
Notably, Nepal’s Sandeep Lamichhane reached 100 wickets in 42 matches, while Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan achieved this milestone in 44 matches. Shaheen Afridi’s achievement not only makes him the quickest fast bowler but also the fastest Pakistani bowler to reach 100 wickets, surpassing Saqlain Mushtaq, who achieved this in 53 matches.
Fastest to 100 ODI wickets (pacers)
- 51 – Shaheen Shah Afridi (Pakistan)
- 52 – Mitchell Starc (Australia)
- 54 – Shane Bond (News Zealand)
- 54 – Mustafizur Rahman (Bangaldesh)
- 55 – Brett Lee (Australia)
Shaheen Afridi is widely regarded as one of the best bowlers in the world and is known for his ability to swing the ball effectively. He represents Pakistan in all formats of the game and is particularly lethal with the new ball. Shaheen made his international debut in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is in 2018, and his success in ODIs is a testament to his skill and consistency.
