Shaheen Afridi Climbs to Second on Pakistan’s T20I Wicket-Takers List
Left-arm pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi moved past Shadab Khan to claim second place among Pakistan’s leading T20I wicket-takers. He reached the milestone during Pakistan’s crucial Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours clash against Sri Lanka at Zayed Cricket Stadium.
Quick strikes boost Afridi’s tally
Shaheen entered the match with 111 wickets in 89 games. He struck early, dismissing Kusal Mendis after only two deliveries. In his following over, he removed Pathum Nissanka, caught behind, to claim the outright second spot with 113 wickets.
Pakistan’s top T20I wicket-takers
Currently, Haris Rauf leads Pakistan’s wicket chart with 130 scalps in 90 innings. Afridi follows with 113 wickets in 90 innings. Shadab Khan sits third with 112 wickets from 104 games. Former stars Shahid Afridi and Saeed Ajmal complete the top five.
Most wickets for Pakistan in Men’s T20Is
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Haris Rauf – 130 wickets in 90 innings
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Shaheen Shah Afridi – 113 wickets in 90 innings*
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Shadab Khan – 112 wickets in 104 innings
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Shahid Afridi – 97 wickets in 96 innings
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Saeed Ajmal – 85 wickets in 60 innings
Mixed Asia Cup campaign for Shaheen: Afridi Climbs to Second on Pakistan’s T20I Wicket-Takers List
Before this match, Shaheen endured a quiet tournament with the ball, managing only three wickets in four appearances. However, he compensated with the bat, scoring 64 runs across three innings at a blistering strike rate of 206.45.
Sri Lanka steady after early blows
At the time of reporting, Sri Lanka stood at 53/3 by the end of the powerplay. Skipper Charith Asalanka was unbeaten on 17, while Kamindu Mendis supported him with 10 runs.
